'The Universe Needs To Relax' (w/ Cynthia Erivo) | Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang

Elphaba may sing about how she is "not that girl" but Cynthia Erivo IS that girl! Okay?! And she's also the guest this week on Las Cultch! The magnificent hyper-talent joins Matt & Bow to discuss auditioning for Wicked, crafting her Elphaba and ultimately letting her go. Also, running towards portraying some of the most iconic people and characters in history (Aretha Franklin! Celie! Harriet Tubman!), running in general, and a moment of appreciation for the color green. All this, how Ariana Grande has helped Cynthia find her voice as a recording artist, the responsibility and magic of singing at The Kennedy Center, the importance of listening to lyrics, the oppression of onion and garlic, and continued angst about the lack of availability of British snacks in America. Wicked hits theaters November 22nd and Cynthia is spectacular in it. OOOHHHAAAAHHHAAAAAHHHAAAAAHHHHHH!!!!!

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[jackhayes]

I really appreciate Bowen giving Matt the space to connect with Cynthia and Ariana - obviously these are people that Bowen has worked with and known for years now, so it's special to give Matt the opportunity to connect and have a moment with them. Arguably the emotional peaks of both interviews have been fostered by Matt. Great work girls!!

[joons]

her perspective of elphaba just changed how i grew up viewing the character. it makes soooo much sense that elphaba is not this always angry and miserable girl cuz she grew up having people giving her the look, insulting her and everything. cynthia is very detailed

[Rieness]

Watching Matt beaming while Cynthia compliments Bowen is such a lovely reflection of their friendship.

[Mktv]

Forget the Oscar and EGOT, give her a NOBEL PEACE PRIZE 😭

[stevenclemons]

Cynthia interviews are what i need right now. I need to feel my skin and radiate love.

[Itsthegabaghoul]

Her Elphaba is so emotionally intelligent, no, it’s a genius portrayal. I completely agree with Bowen that the inner child concept made me roll my eyes. Admittedly during my first watch, I found the inner child scene cringe. On my second watch I clearly saw little Elfie peak through her strong exterior throughout the movie. That scene made me tear up the 2nd time. I was (still am) captivated by Ariana but Cynthias performance is haunting and will probably stay with me forever

[papajaighh]

"Its not enough that can sing, its not enough that you can act". Yeah she moved my heart with that one

[greciasofiaibarcena]

I just cry every time I hear Cynthia´s voice, it has something that trespasses all physical layers and just makes my eyes water

[alliegrossi]

THANK GOD Alfie was mentioned... like right away. What a vocal MOMENT

[b_M_w_]

I am speechless at how beautiful this conversation is, every part of it.

[kyanajoyceee]

Them mentioning Cynthia’s rendition of Alfie is literally one of my favorite songs to listen to. Almost every song day

[KristinAlayna]

She knows exactly who she is and who she's here for - those that need healing and deliverance from evil. She has so many tools aka talents because her real job requires that kind of toolbox. Art is a ministry. Empathy is a ministry. She isn't in it for a paycheck. She's in it because she has to be. Her alternative careers were teacher and therapist, which she still functions as in this career. Imagine if we all knew exactly what we were supposed to be doing and who we were supposed to be doing it for.

[ernestinacantu]

I've watched Wicked four times, because of her, she is wonderful, will be one of my favorite movies ever.

[porgiepuddinandpie]

matt and bo catching the reference and both humming the melody in the same moment is why this podcast will outlive all the rest 58:02

[pbea.njay]

I get chills hearing Cynthia sing sometimes when she speaks, what a song bird💛💚

[ashtonthewolfie]

God, I'm so obsessed with her, she's so talented and regal.

[maicon.]

this woman is AMAZING. her voice isn't human... everytime she sings I got chills... the talent is unmesurable...

[hellochristiaan]

YES i am uncultured and haven’t heard of cynthia unti wicked
and huge talent aside, HER STYLE IS IMMACULATE!!
the nails always eat and the fashion is just everything!!

[SerenaaAlice]

''Get to the joke, before someone else does'' STORY OF MY LIFE. UGH. I can't wait to see this


ALSO They way I fell off my seat when Bowen said Walkers are not the same as Lays. LET THE CHURCH SAY

[huntermacintyre]

I got chills just cause they brought up alfie