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The Less Desirables

The Less Desirables

By: Tim Beeman
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Episodes
  • The Less Desirables: June 3, 2026 – A Ram, a Lion, AND a Snake?
    Jun 3 2026

    The Less Desirables Recorded in The Such-N-Such Media Studios at Liberty Plaza.

    Tim is solo this week because it’s Salem City FC’s turn to occupy his Wednesday night. He talks about previous SCFC games (or matches) and what SCFC is!

    Special thanks, as always, to Top Leaf Cigar Lounge, Soft Golf, Coffee Park Airstream, Dream Kreams, and X1 Communications.

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    12 mins
  • The Less Desirables: May 27, 2026 – Boogeying Down with Boogey
    May 27 2026

    The Less Desirables Recorded in The Such-N-Such Media Studios at Liberty Plaza.

    Tim is solo because he had to record early to get to the Disco Turkey game in High Point. He talked futher in detail about this new gig for him and a little about the Salem City FC soccer team.

    Special thanks, as always, to Top Leaf Cigar Lounge, Soft Golf, Coffee Park Airstream, Dream Kreams, and X1 Communications.

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    15 mins
  • The Less Desirables: May 20, 2026 – No Mystery, Just Drood
    May 21 2026

    The Less Desirables Recorded in The Such-N-Such Media Studios at Liberty Plaza.

    This week on The Less Desirables, Tim and Bethany celebrate World Bee Day, ‘E’ turning five, and Tim’s uncanny ability to remember every birthday in the family. They also welcome back one of the show’s favorite humans, Jessica Perry from The Little Theatre of Winston‑Salem, who arrives with cast members Robin Shapllo and Heather Levinson.

    The trio is here to talk about The Mystery of Edwin Drood, opening June 5 at Hanesbrands Theatre. It is not your typical musical. It is immersive, unpredictable, and powered by audience votes that determine the detective, the murderer, and the secret lovers. No two shows are the same, and even the cast has not seen every possible ending.

    Jessica, Robin, and Heather break down the show’s wild structure, the joy of performing with an ensemble that doubles as a live band, and the thrill of interacting with an audience that is encouraged to laugh, react, and even sit on stage as part of the set. They also talk about the brilliance of Rupert Holmes, the costumes, the music, and the sheer talent packed into this production.

    Tim plays a little Rupert Holmes for context, much to the delight of some and the horror of others. The cast shares their favorite endings, their favorite confessions, and the moments they cannot wait for audiences to experience. It is a lively, funny, behind‑the‑scenes look at a show that promises to be one of the most entertaining productions of the season.

    Get your tickets early. With only eleven performances and endless possible outcomes, this is a show people will want to see more than once.

    Special thanks, as always, to Top Leaf Cigar Lounge, Soft Golf, Coffee Park Airstream, Dream Kreams, and X1 Communications.

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    56 mins
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