2 Girls on a Bench the Podcast
161 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsTwo frustrated writing partners and friends with no time to write. How to procrastinate now? A podcast of course! Find us everywhere @2GirlsonaBench and on BenchPodcasts.com.
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Ep 105 Hanging Over
March 24, 2021 11:45 - 48 minutes - 88 MBWelcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. Today we read your limericks and a few of our own for the March #BenchWriteClub! Join us as we drift in and out of consciousness… on the bench. Promo for the 5thAnnual Livestream for the Cure, led by the amazing Nick (also of Mr. Nikoli’s Kitchen) coming in May – here are the details! #BenchWriteClub Limericks by: @KaylaStorytella @bjkdrvr8 @HRHammer @DrHomieH Shout outs to:@Brook...
Ep 104 Bet
March 17, 2021 00:39 - 57 minutes - 104 MBEp. 104 Bet Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. Today we figure out which Golden Girl we are, talk dirty keto (our new night club), have an leprechaun/elf chat, and make plans for so much corned beef. The March #BenchWriteClub is due on 3/20 – a Limerick about COVID (email us [email protected]). THIS SATURDAY 3/20 – we will be on FB LIVE, celebrating St. Patrick’s Day late, as usual! Promo for Down To Folk, fro...
Ep 103 Where did you go?
March 09, 2021 13:00 - 59 minutes - 109 MBWelcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. Today we have a lot of nuts, you may even say it’s an embarrassment of riches… if you are Siana. We promise to continue to give you content and we are crazy, but that’s all normal. St. Patrick’s day is coming – we will be on FB LIVE! Promo for the Podfix Network – give our network a listen on Podfix Presents! **GIVEAWAY ALERT** If you leave a review on Podfix Presents in iTunes duri...
Ep 102 Siana's New Extraordinary Playlist
March 01, 2021 21:28 - 1 hour - 116 MBWelcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. This episode is also delayed but hopefully worth it. We talk about our screenplay issues when it comes to the timing, spend waaaay too much time researching ‘As Seen On TV’ commercials from the 90s, which of course leads back to some lovely bell pepper memories. Then we lose our minds over some sort of companion book for this show – let us know if that’s something you want or need in your li...
Ep 101 Idealism Takes a Holiday
February 28, 2021 23:41 - 53 minutes - 98.8 MBWelcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench and it’s our very late January episode. January started with a bang and then came some audio issues, but we thought it was still worth putting out. Listen as our idealism (ha!) takes a holiday. Join our #Benchlings group on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/2girlsonabench Twitter: @2girlsonabench Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/2girlsonabench/ Support the show via Patreon: https:...
Ep 100 Gobble Gobble Write Club
November 25, 2020 00:18 - 1 hour - 127 MBEp. 100 Gobble Gobble Write Club Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench and it’s our 100th episode! It’s a writing podcast, about friendship, snacks, sometimes Bill Murray and today is our November #BENCHWRITECLUB. Come for the laughs, stay for the prompts! Thank you so much for listening, we love you. On 11/26, Thanksgiving, we will be on FB Live, calling @butterball and showing you our turkeys! Thank you to our #BENCHWR...
Ep 99 Wind Beneath Our Wings
November 18, 2020 20:14 - 51 minutes - 94 MBEp. 99 Wind Beneath Our Wings Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and thank you for all the support for our Bench Gives Back Livestream. It was incredible! Now, it’s time for some shrimp and a #BenchWriteClub for November, brought to you by our #Benchling and pal, Bret-Jordan (@bjkdrvr8). WRITE CLUB DUE 11/22 by 1pm PT / 4pm ET Include the following phrase: “that is not how you cook a turkey” in your 250 word story. Email to [email protected], you...
Ep 98 Bench Gives Back and Chips
November 03, 2020 01:05 - 34 minutes - 63.8 MBEp. 98 Bench Gives Back and Chips Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we LIVESTREAM on the bench! It’s HERE, the week before our livestream to raise money for to find a cure for Epilepsy at the BENCH GIVES BACK. So many guests this Saturday, 11/7! Today we talk about all that and a few bags of chips. BENCH GIVES BACK: We will be LIVE on 11/7, 10am-10pm PT, here’s the TEAM LEESEY page for donations: https://epilepsyfoundation.donordrive.com/participan...
Ep 97 Spooky Bench Treats
October 27, 2020 23:07 - 1 hour - 134 MBEp. 97 Spooky Bench Treats Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. Today is a busy show! We saved a TON of candy from our Dutch and Russian snackcrates to try today. Then we talk with Lori Bonfiglio, an Epilepsy Foundation volunteer, who has an amazing journey to share. Finally, we have our October #BenchWriteClub entries – they are spooooky! October is almost over, so be sure to follow @AlltheHorror18 so you stay up to date with...
Ep. 96 Mr. Nikolis & Psycho
October 22, 2020 01:06 - 1 hour - 133 MBEp. 96 Mr. Nikolis and Psycho Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench, we procrastinate on the bench and it’s #ALLTHEHORROR time on the bench. We are joined by our dear friend Nick of @NikolisKitchen, to discuss the classic film Psycho. Be sure to follow @AlltheHorror18 so you stay up to date with all the great content or go grab some #AlltheHorror merch – all proceeds go to @ScaresThatCare. The #AllTheHorror theme music was composed by Sean Faust. WRITE CLUB ...
Ep. 95 The Omen II with Drew
October 06, 2020 15:59 - 1 hour - 143 MBEp. 95 The Omen II with Drew Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench, we procrastinate on the bench and it’s #ALLTHEHORROR time on the bench. We are joined by our friend Drew Hallum from @ReelFeelsPod and other shenanigans to discuss The Omen II – just in time for Halloween! Be sure to follow @AlltheHorror18 so you stay up to date with all the great content or go grab some #AlltheHorror merch – all proceeds go to @ScaresThatCare. The #AllTheHorror theme music was ...
Ep 94 Slurpee Death
October 03, 2020 23:15 - 56 minutes - 103 MBEp. 94 Slurpee Death Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench, we procrastinate on the bench and we had to take a break on the bench... It was an unexpected hiatus and we missed you all! We announce the #BENCHWRITECLUB, due 10/16, our Livestream #BenchGivesBack for Epilepsy research, and talk WAY too much about lotion. There are some bad Russian accents…. WRITE CLUB DUE 10/16 Start your story with a sentence that is genuinely happy and upbeat, no double meani...
Ep 93 Vodka Slushy
October 03, 2020 22:26 - 47 minutes - 86.4 MBEp. 93 Vodka Slushy Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench, we procrastinate on the bench and sorry we’ve been gone for a while... It was an unexpected hiatus and we missed you all! We announce the #BENCHWRITECLUB, due 10/16. Lots of fun times coming – see all the info below. WRITE CLUB DUE 10/16 Start your story with a sentence that is genuinely happy and upbeat, no double meanings. End it with the same sentence, but this time it’s chilling, dark and horri...
Ep 92 Siana’s Extraordinary Playlist
July 10, 2020 04:02 - 1 hour - 143 MBEp. 92 Siana’s Extraordinary Playlist Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench, we procrastinate on the bench and Siana plays Tricia music on the bench. Today we read our June #BENCHWRITECLUB entries, and yes, there will be accents! BENCH BUSINESS: Donate to Tawny here: GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/tawny-amp-george-platis-medical-bills Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/2522885924478736/ Get get VOKL at GetVokl.com and join us there...
Ep 91 Off the rails BONUS
July 10, 2020 03:25 - 1 hour - 133 MBEp. 91 Off the rails BONUS Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack with a Swedish accent on the bench (for you #Hammer), and we procrastinate on the bench. Today we didn’t really write, we more did that silly thing you do when you talk and show people pictures on a podcast… that’s why this is a bonus episode! Siana says it’s “the worst audio ever.” Enjoy. BENCH BUSINESS: Donate to Tawny here: GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/tawny-amp-george-platis-medical-bills Face...
Ep 90 Disappointing Popcorn
June 17, 2020 03:20 - 1 hour - 118 MBEp. 90 Disappointing Popcorn Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench, we procrastinate on the bench and we are still somehow talking about #benchmermaids. Today we use Siana’s #FuckthisShit journal for a bit of inspiration. We also announce the #BENCHWRITECLUB – it’s a doozy, get ready, due to [email protected] by 6/26. And don't forget about #TriciasExtraordinaryAccentList.... BENCH BUSINESS: Donate Blood: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-...
Ep 89 Christine Blackburn tells us stories!
June 12, 2020 01:08 - 1 hour - 124 MBEp. 89 Christine Blackburn tells us stories! Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench, we procrastinate on the bench and we talk about #benchmermaids. Just roll with it. Today we have a very special guest, Christine Blackburn – the QUEEN of storytelling! We are so honored that she joined us and even participated in a #writingprompt. Listen now to hear the naked motorcycle story! CHECK OUT THESE LINKS for more from Christine Blackburn: Sundays: Story Worthy Hou...
Ep 88 Letting the days go by
May 26, 2020 01:16 - 1 hour - 125 MBEp. 88 Letting the days go by Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. We talk about Popeye, Tom Hatten (if you know who that is, you are our people), Fred Willard (RIP!), Killer Sofa (seriously, tell us if you liked it) and revisit the days of the week, quarantine style. Now, get off your butts and do #BenchWriteClub NOW! LIVESTREAM for the CURE #BENCHWRITECLUB CHALLENGE: The prompt is: "7 words to describe your experience i...
Ep. 87 Red Red Wine
May 15, 2020 02:12 - 1 hour - 166 MBEp. 87 Red Red Wine Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. This episode is very late, but don’t worry, we have some decent excuses. Especially with kids and homeschooling and work and so on and so on…. BENCH BUSINESS: PROMO for the 4th Annual Livestream for the Cure – we will be there on May 28th with @epicfilmguys KILLER SOFA – Listen now on Pop Up Film Cast and next week on the Podfix Network feed Thank you & shout out ...
Ep 88 Peep Wars
April 07, 2020 21:50 - 57 minutes - 106 MBEp. 86 Peep Wars Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. This episode is a week late, but, much like all of you, this new lifestyle is creating a sort of chaos around everything. Especially with kids and homeschooling and the realization that this is our new normal for a very…. long… time… So, are you #TeamMarshmallow? Or do you want to be right with Tricia on the #PeepHaters team? BENCH BUSINESS: PROMO for the 4th Annual Li...
Ep 86 Peep Wars
April 07, 2020 21:50 - 57 minutes - 106 MBEp. 86 Peep Wars Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. This episode is a week late, but, much like all of you, this new lifestyle is creating a sort of chaos around everything. Especially with kids and homeschooling and the realization that this is our new normal for a very…. long… time… So, are you #TeamMarshmallow? Or do you want to be right with Tricia on the #PeepHaters team? BENCH BUSINESS: PROMO for the 4th Annual Li...
Ep 85 Abductions Only
March 26, 2020 04:25 - 58 minutes - 108 MBEp. 85 Abductions Only Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. It’s time for the #RandomWriteClub and we promise, you won’t be sorry! We break out the apocalypse snacks and they are not great. Also, if you can give blood, please sign up, link below! Stay safe, sane and healthy our dear, dear Benchlings! #BenchWriteClub contributors: @KaylaStorytella (Kayla) @bjkdrvr8 (Bret-Jordan) @ReelFeelsPod (Drew) Sew stuff with J...
Ep 84 BONUS: Podfix Bench March Madness
March 20, 2020 22:21 - 27 minutes - 50.3 MBWelcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench… and we’re spending our lock down podcasting more! This bonus episode is a mini episode on the Podfix Network, a great group of shows we are part of. Check them all out at https://podfixnetwork.com/. For the month of March, there’s new content every day! Join our #Benchlings group on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/2girlsonabench Twitter: @2girlsonabench Instagram: https://www.instag...
Ep 83 Medical Tongs
March 17, 2020 01:22 - 35 minutes - 65.3 MBEp. 83 Medical Tongs Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench… and we’re spending our lock down writing – join us! It’s time for #RandomWriteClub – there are 3 writing prompts in this episode – send your reply to [email protected] whenever, and we’ll share it. Since the world is a ball pit right now why not spend it writing, what else is there to do? And also… #snackapocalypse needs to be a thing. Just sayin’. #RANDOMWRI...
Ep 82 Podiversary - The Lost Episode
March 16, 2020 23:42 - 42 minutes - 78 MBEp. 82 Podiversary - The Lost Episode Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench… and we’ve been doing it for 2 YEARS, and somehow, we still have audio and technical issues that cause delays… Thanks for sticking with us! TEAM LEESEY Epilepsy walk info – Postponed til November, but you can still donate! https://epilepsyfoundation.donordrive.com/participant/30787 Join our #Benchlings group on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com...
Ep 81 Write Club Serenade
February 22, 2020 05:56 - 54 minutes - 99.1 MBEp. 81 Write Club Serenade Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench… and we’ve been doing it for 2 YEARS! What?? AND a plethora of new writing submissions thanks to our #Sharpie Kayla! It’s time for some major kazoo action ;) Gotta #snackdiddy? Send it over! February #BenchWriteClub submissions: @KaylaStorytella (Kayla #Sharpie) @maddie_blake_ @ shirley_penick @Emily_Is_Moore @BooksTransire (Amanda Nelson) SHOUT OUTS:...
Ep 80 Dead Ants
February 11, 2020 23:26 - 52 minutes - 97 MBEp 80 Dead Ants Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. We are sad about Bambi… but it leads to some conversations about pushing a main character into a big life change. Tell us about an acronym you didn’t understand... February #BenchWriteClub DUE 2/14 – email us [email protected] BRING A FRIEND MONTH! Bring a friend and we’ll play you a song on kazoo! Sure, we’ll even take requests! You’re sitting on the couch wat...
Ep 79 Ask Me About My T-Rex
February 04, 2020 20:12 - 44 minutes - 81.6 MBWelcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. Today we go deep into dino culture, lid drawers, knobs, glue boxes and all the things you love about us, mostly. We also do a writing prompt about a sandwich and announce the #BenchWriteClub for February. February #BenchWriteClub DUE 2/14 – email us [email protected] BRING A FRIEND MONTH! Bring a friend and we’ll play you a song on kazoo! Sure, we’ll even take requests! You’re ...
Ep 78 Pipila Returns
January 29, 2020 02:14 - 55 minutes - 101 MBEp 78 Pipila Returns Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. It’s last week’s lost episode, the one we believe the aliens abducted! Re-tooled and edited and here for your listening joy. If you can’t find us, we’re off somewhere with a map getting lost! SHOUT OUTS: @MMandOscar for helping Tricia understand Midsommer! Check out our family of shows on the Podfix Network: https://podfixnetwork.com/ Join our #Benchlings grou...
Ep 77 Here We Go Yo!
January 15, 2020 22:25 - 1 hour - 124 MBEp. 77 Here We Go Yo! Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and sometimes we procrastinate on the bench. Today we are glad to be back, writing and brainstorming about 2020 goals. And of course, popcorn. #BENCHWRITECLUB written by us, supplied by: @KaylaStorytella (Kayla #Sharpie) @bjkdrvr8 (Bret-Jordan, our longtime pal!) Weird Gazelle informercial we mentioned: https://youtu.be/pyK-3Em8__c Join our #Benchlings group on Facebook! https://www.faceb...
Ep 76 Bench Cheeseball
December 03, 2019 19:42 - 1 hour - 112 MBEp. 76 Bench Cheeseball Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. We missed you #Benchlings! Today Siana reveals a holiday cheese ball, we read your submissions to the #BenchWriteClub and more… November #BENCHWRITECLUB Contributors: “I walked in. The whole family was there. What could go wrong?” @KaylaStorytella (Kayla #Sharpie) @bjkdrvr8 (Bret-Jordan, our longtime pal!) @HRHammer (Stephanie #TheHammer) SHOUTOUTS: St...
Ep 75 I Like to Boogie
November 14, 2019 05:58 - 55 minutes - 102 MBEp. 75 I Like to Boogie Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we still procrastinate on the bench! Today's episode is a little late, and we blame Tricia's left foot. Did you know November is Epilepsy awareness month? We have a special guest to tell us about it. Today we also announce the #BenchWriteClub for November! Visit and donate to the Epilepsy Foundation! SHOUT OUTS: Story Smash and Screwed Up Stories by Christine Blackburn @StoryWorthy Autho...
Ep 74 Haunted Bench Part 2
October 31, 2019 08:27 - 1 hour - 138 MBEp. 75 Haunted Bench Part 2 Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and its part 2 of #AlltheHorror on the Bench! Happy Halloween – enjoy these ghost stories and original works – and maybe a treat or two… muah ha ha ha! Be sure to follow @AlltheHorror18 so you stay up to date with horror content all year long! CONTRIBUTORS: Ghost Stories from Tammy & Brice of Hollyweird Paranormal @HWPpodcast “Billy’s Inferno by Ann Fox @antoinettefoxny, read by Shawn Ennis...
Ep 74 Haunted Bench Part 1
October 30, 2019 06:30 - 53 minutes - 97.4 MBEp. 74 Haunted Bench Part 1 Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and once again it’s time for #ALLTHEHORROR on the Bench! Today we feature original stories, a haiku, a ghost story and a song! We got it all folks. Make sure you listen to the end for some groovy outtakes. Stay tuned for part 2 on Halloween! Be sure to follow @AlltheHorror18 so you don’t miss a show! CONTRIBUTORS: “Boys in the Van” written and read by Bret-Jordan Kreiensieck @bjkdrvr8 A Ha...
Ep 73 We Want Candy!
October 25, 2019 09:10 - 1 hour - 128 MBEp. 73 We Want Candy! Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and today we talk about CANDY on the Bench! We are joined by so many amazing people, please go check out a new show this week! And of course, be sure to follow @AlltheHorror18 so you don’t miss any of the shows this month! THANK YOU TO THESE AMAZING PODCASTERS! Talking Codswallop - Gemma @CodswallopPod (who also inspired our title!) LA Not So Confidential - @LAnotsopod Penance RPG – Dragon @Penan...
Ep 72 The Devil in the Cabinet
October 17, 2019 23:58 - 1 hour - 135 MBEp. 72 The Devil in the Cabinet Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate, as you know! Today it’s time for a bonus #ALLTHEHORROR episode on the Bench! We are joined by Tim Gibson of The Cabinet Podcast. Make sure you check out his awesome show too! Be sure to follow @AlltheHorror18 throughout October for more spooky content. BENCH BUSINESS: All the Horror music composition featured by musician Sean Faust Thank you to Gemma from @Codswallo...
Ep 71 Scary Reel Stories
October 08, 2019 10:30 - 1 hour - 137 MBEp. 71 Scary Reel Stories Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench it’s time for #ALLTHEHORROR on the Bench! Today we are joined with the amazing human, Drew Hallum from @ReelFeelsPod to talk about the classic stories “Scary Tales to Tell in the Dark” by Alvin Schwartz, and other things! Be sure to follow @AlltheHorror18 so you don’t miss a show! BENCH BUSINESS: Shout out to Shari – check her out at: www.sharidworkinsmith.com All the Horror music composition...
Ep 70 FLASHBACK to Polybius Rises
October 01, 2019 22:52 - 1 hour - 120 MBEp. 70 FLASHBACK to Polybius Rises Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench it’s time for #ALLTHEHORROR on the Bench! For this glorious month of October, we will be releasing episodes every week that have some sort of spooky spin. In addition, a bunch of podcasters will be releasing episodes daily to celebrate October – follow @AlltheHorror18 so you don’t miss a show! Today’s audio drama was curated by Tim Gibson of @thecabinetcast. It includes original work by Ti...
Ep 69 Old Fries and a Flashy Pin
September 25, 2019 05:49 - 1 hour - 148 MBEp. 69 Old Fries and a Flashy Pin Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and sometimes we procrastinate… but not the past few weeks! It’s Siana’s 18-year anniversary (WOW) so a bit of reminiscing leads to the old hamburger story, again. Siana tries to get Tricia to stop gushing over Hadestown and musicals and inspiration… ending in a rant. Known to many as the “too many ideas, not enough time” syndrome. It’s also #BenchWriteClub time – come for the old fries and ...
Ep 68 Eh, Screw it!
September 11, 2019 20:42 - 53 minutes - 98 MBEp. 68 Eh, Screw it! Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and this weekend our Bench goes on the road to the Outlier Festival! If you’re local to LA, please join us along with Justine from @mixtapemontage and Tammie & Brice of @HWPpodcast for our Panel on 9/14! Today’s show features the September “BenchWriteClub” announcement, as well as a lot of chatting about food, rice and lentils. Although our #Snackbook has nothing to do with any of that! Also, a shoutou...
LATE Haiku for you!
September 06, 2019 15:38 - 58 minutes - 108 MBEp. 67 Late Haiku for you! Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. This episode is new, but late, so very late. Some info is outdated - for instance, if you use CODE "Bench" (case sensitive) you get 20% off your tickets to the Outlier Festival! Thank you, our dear Benchlings, for understanding. See – we were ACTUALLY writing and we get to present it at the festival, so keep your fingers crossed for us!! August #BENCHWRITECL...
Ep 67 LATE Haiku for you!
September 06, 2019 15:38 - 58 minutes - 108 MBEp. 67 Late Haiku for you! Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. This episode is new, but late, so very late. Some info is outdated - for instance, if you use CODE "Bench" (case sensitive) you get 20% off your tickets to the Outlier Festival! Thank you, our dear Benchlings, for understanding. See – we were ACTUALLY writing and we get to present it at the festival, so keep your fingers crossed for us!! August #BENCHWRITECL...
Ep 66 Hobnobbin
August 08, 2019 23:58 - 46 minutes - 85.9 MBEp. 66 Hobnobbin Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. Today starts with a distraction intro that eventually comes back around to one of our favorite authors, Margaret Atwood. Then we waste lots of time talking about Queen, actors, Lady Gaga, Christopher Malone, singing random things and more. Try and keep up, then send us your awesome Haiku! August #BENCHWRITECLUB DUE Friday 8/16/19: Write us a haiku about your favorite ...
Ep 65 Egg Chips & Accents
August 02, 2019 04:29 - 1 hour - 113 MBEp. 65 Egg Chips & Accents Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. Here we are with maybe the best chips ever – if you like eggs, that is. Today’s tangent has to do with Tricia’s crotch watching days… also, accents abound in this episode! Featured YOUTUBE video (for German accent inspiration): https://youtu.be/XlGGgNFYMQo July #BENCHWRITECLUB Submissions: Thank you to our Benchlings! Stay tuned for the August prompt in our ...
Ep 64 Creepy Roach Hashtags
July 18, 2019 22:05 - 46 minutes - 84.5 MBEp. 64 Creepy Roach Hashtags Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and we procrastinate on the bench. Today is a compilation of some announcements, outtakes and a revisit to the time we went over hated hashtags – which, it turns out, we still hate! Also, a special treat – a song about that time we lived in an apartment with roaches. Yes, it was as gross as it sounds! July #BENCHWRITECLUB: “It’s summer time and you’re swimming with your best friends in the l...
Ep 63 Jury Doody
July 09, 2019 11:00 - 52 minutes - 71.7 MBEp. 63 Jury Doody Welcome to the bench! We write on the bench, we snack on the bench and guess what? We are professional procrastinators and proud of it. Tricia did some writing during her Jury Duty, all about Woody, Gayle and this big bug she tried to smash. At least it made her civic duty a bit more exciting! WARNING: Tricia is aware that her accent SUCKS! BENCH BUSINESS: If you review us, email your address for a sticker! iTunes reviews seem to help – so go write! Listen on PODCOIN...
Ep 62 A Room of One's Own
July 03, 2019 21:40 - 1 hour - 121 MBEp. 62 A Room of One’s Own Welcome to the bench! FINALLY – June Bench Write Club in July! We want to say thank you for your patience, for listening, responding and coming back to us – it may be mushy, but this process and family bring us so much joy! June #BENCHWRITECLUB Submissions: “There are 3 things you need to know before you read this.” @Kayla_Trapeze (Kayla #Sharpie) @bjkdrvr8 (Bret-Jordan) @HRHammer (Stephanie #TheHammer) @frigay13 (Andrew) @Stories2121 (nickname forthc...
Ep 61 Amanda Smart
June 12, 2019 23:43 - 52 minutes - 96.9 MBEp. 61 Amanda Smart Welcome to the bench! We are two frustrated writers with no time to write. How to procrastinate now? In addition to the podcast, we have many techniques! Snacks, travel stories, random-ness, etc. However, we do a writing prompt each episode to hold ourselves accountable - and we'd love you to write with us. Today we announce the June Bench Write Club – see below! June #BENCHWRITECLUB: “These are the things you need to know before you read this.” Due 6/21 – 3 minute...
Ep 60 Knob Guide
June 07, 2019 22:57 - 42 minutes - 77.7 MBEp. 60 Knob Guide Welcome to the bench! We are two frustrated writers trying to find time to write in between crafts with knobs, work, families and snacks. Ok, the snacks are part of our writing process – we swear. We try not to procrastinate, but we’re just too good at it! This week is brought to you by Tricia’s podiatrist – he says she should walk less… also… sound is NOT our friend! BENCH BUSINESS: If you review us, email your address for a sticker! iTunes reviews seem to help – so ...
Ep 59 Caramel Gala
May 29, 2019 23:38 - 1 hour - 111 MBEp. 59 Caramel Gala Welcome to the bench! We are two frustrated writers trying to manage creativity, work and families all at the same time. No problem! Really, it’s the snacks that keep us going, no joke. Today we read your #BENCHWRITECLUB submissions and they are awesome! May #BENCHWRITECLUB Submissions: @LeilaniGraceffa @bjkdrvr8 @Kayla_Trapeze @Lisa_Ahn @Nadkim @Stories2121 @RMDavie @HeroicMuse2016 BENCH BUSINESS: If you review us, email your address for a sticker!...