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Andy Karl

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Published: Tuesday 01/27/2026

In this episode of Every Day Is Groundhog Day (Except for the Days When It's Not), we speak to Andy Karl who originated the role of Phil Connors in the Groundhog Day musical.

We discuss Andy's time playing Phil in 4 different productions of the musical over almost 10 years, his love of the material, and so much more.

Unbeeped version of the episode.

Music by the Mysterious Breakmaster Cylinder.

Transcripts are provided by Aveline Malek.

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