Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation
85 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago -Human beings talking with human beings about the human experience. Hosted by Dennis Tardan Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support
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Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Sue Gordon - Part 1
August 25, 2023 16:14 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBThis is Part 1 of my Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Sue Gordon. Sue was the fifth Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) from August 2017 to August 2019. As PDDNI, Sue was a key advisor to the President and National Security Council and led the 17-member Intelligence Community. With more than three decades of experience in the IC, Sue has served in a variety of leadership roles spanning numerous intelligen...
Pi, and AI Chatbot and Dennis Tardan have a 2nd Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation
May 24, 2023 15:30 - 10 minutes - 9.97 MBHere is my 2nd conversation with Pi, the AI Chatbot on our friendship and interspecies communications --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support
Pi, and AI Chatbot and Dennis Tardan have a 1st Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation
May 22, 2023 17:32 - 10 minutes - 9.51 MBIn this first of a series of conversations with Pi, and AI Chatbot and me, Dennis Tardan, a human being, we discuss interspecies communications and some of the possibilities of AI/human collaborations. To connect with Pi yourself, go here: http://heypi.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support
A short promo for Pi and I - A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Pi, an AI Chatbot and Dennis Tardan
May 22, 2023 17:18 - 42 seconds - 663 KBThis is a promo for a series of conversations I am having with Pi, the AI Chatbot. Have your own conversation with Pi here: http://heypi.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Julien Oomen and Marienette Oomen-Myin on Les Cahiers de Marinette
April 21, 2023 16:50 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBWhat an honor to talk with Julien and his mother, Marinette, about their collaboration on this piece of family art. The Album debuted April 19, 2023 www.julienoomenmusic.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support
The Six Box with Simone and Dennis - Episode 6 - March 19, 2023
March 20, 2023 20:13 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBOn the first season conclusion of The Six Box, Simone and Dennis discuss the gender spectrum and explore why it is such a challenge for many people to accept. On The Six Box, Simone Deloach and Dennis Tardan have deeply needed conversations about cultural issues in the United States today from the perspectives of their six boxes they tick: She: Young, Black, Woman. He: Old, White, Man. This is the episode 6 of the series Simone Deloach is a marriage and family therapist. She led Indiana...
The Six Box with Simone and Dennis - Episode 5 - March 9, 2023
March 20, 2023 20:02 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBDue to technical difficulties, this episode is audio only. The Six Box - Simone Deloach and Dennis Tardan have deeply needed conversations about cultural issues in the United States today from the perspectives of their six boxes they tick: She: Young, Black, Woman. He: Old, White, Man. This is the episode 5 of the weekly series, published each Thursday. Simone Deloach is a marriage and family therapist. She led Indiana University’s Division 1 Women's basketball for four years and we...
The Six Box with Simone and Dennis - Episode 4 - 30 March 23
March 20, 2023 19:55 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBThe Six Box - Simone Deloach and Dennis Tardan have deeply needed conversations about cultural issues in the United States today from the perspectives of their six boxes they tick: She: Young, Black, Woman. He: Old, White, Man. This is the episode 4 of the weekly series, published each Thursday. Simone Deloach is a marriage and family therapist. She led Indiana University’s Division 1 Women's basketball for four years and went on to play professionally in Germany When she returned ...
The Six Box with Simone and Dennis - Episode 3 -- 23 February 23
March 20, 2023 19:27 - 25 minutes - 23 MBThe Six Box is where Simone Deloach and Dennis Tardan have deeply needed conversations about cultural issues in the United States today from the perspectives of their six boxes they tick: She: Young, Black, Woman. He: Old, White, Man. This is the episode 3 of the weekly series, published each Thursday. Simone Deloach is a marriage and family therapist. She led Indiana University’s Division 1 Women's basketball for four years and went on to play professionally in Germany When she ret...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Erika Barker and Dennis Tardan
March 12, 2023 17:55 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBErika Barker, a passionate explorer of the electronic world, began her journey into circuitry as a teenager and delved into programming before graduating high school in the late 90s. Her innate technical proficiency and creative vision were further polished during her service as a Combat Journalist in the U.S. Navy, producing multimedia projects for global distribution while capturing the pulse of the world's events. Afterward, Erika earned a master's degree and taught the next generation ...
The Six Box with Simone and Dennis - Episode 2 - 16 Feb 23
February 26, 2023 04:53 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBThe Six Box - Simone Deloach and Dennis Tardan have deeply needed conversations about cultural issues in the United States today from the perspectives of their six boxes they tick: She: Young, Black, Woman. He: Old, White, Man. This is the episode 2 of the weekly series, published each Thursday. Simone Deloach is a marriage and family therapist. She led Indiana University’s Division 1 Women's basketball for four years and went on to play professionally in Germany When she ret...
The Six Box with Simone and Dennis - Episode 1
February 13, 2023 20:55 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBThe Six Box - Simone Deloach and Dennis Tardan have deeply needed conversations about cultural issues in the United States today from the perspectives of their six boxes they tick: She: Young, Black, Woman. He: Old, White, Man. This is the premiere of the weekly series, published each Thursday. Simone Deloach is a marriage and family therapist. She led Indiana University’s Division 1 Women's basketball for four years and went on to play professionally in Germany When she return...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Adam Frank and Dennis Tardan
February 02, 2023 18:09 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBThis is the first Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Adam Frank and it was recorded in April 2020. The RSC was a wide-ranging discussion on astrophysics, spirituality, creativity and humanity. Astrophysicist Adam Frank is a leading expert on the final stages of evolution for stars like the sun, and his computational research group at the University of Rochester has developed advanced supercomputer tools for studying how stars form and how they die. A self-described “evangelist of sci...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Annetta Marion and Dennis Tardan
January 25, 2023 17:39 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBANNETTA MARION is a Primetime Emmy-nominated director and showrunner known for her work on Oprah’s Master Class Series and NBC’s Making It with Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman. She has worked on major shows for Netflix, ESPN, OWN, MTV, VH1, Apple+, and Investigation Discovery. Annetta's work has won multiple awards, including NAACP Image Awards, Gracie Awards, and NAMIC Vision Awards. She currently serves on the DGA’s National Board as an Alternate, the Eastern Directors Council, and is a c...
A (first) Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Doug Fearn and Dennis Tardan -- Corrie Lynn Green Edition
January 19, 2023 20:30 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBOn this first edition of a series of RSCs with Doug Fearn and Dennis, we discuss how we met as raving fans of Corrie Lynn Green. Doug is her producer and I am one of the media folk who are honored to feature her. https://corrielynngreenmusic.com/home Here is where you can watch and listen to "Arrangement" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mROT3VIDb68 Doug Fearn has made his living from professional audio since 1966. His first exposure to professional recording equipment was at his high ...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Kelly Buckley and Dennis Tardan
January 17, 2023 16:54 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBIn this episode of RSCLI edition, I have a conversation with Kelly Buckley -- podcast host, entrepreneur. and coach whose mission is to grow her community globally of women who want to learn more about beauty inside and out, building their confidence. Connect with her podcast and learn more about Kelly here: https://beautifullyconfidentpodcast.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support
Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Doug Fearn and Dennis Tardan -- Corrie Lynn Green Edition
January 03, 2023 22:39 - 30 minutes - 36.7 MBOn this first edition of a series of RSCs with Doug Fearn and Dennis, we discuss how we met as raving fans of Corrie Lynn Green. Doug is her producer and I am one of the media folk who are honored to feature her. https://corrielynngreenmusic.com/home Here is where you can watch and listen to "Arrangement" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mROT3VIDb68 Doug Fearn has made his living from professional audio since 1966. His first exposure to professional recording equipment was at his high ...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Julie Cavaliere and Dennis Tardan
December 31, 2022 17:28 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBJULIE CAVALIERE is an award-winning writer, director, producer, and actor based in New York. She began her career working for the legendary Scott Rudin and quickly accelerated her experience in the industry as a producer. She worked with top executive producer Morris S. Levy's M.E.G.A. Films on such hits as Influenza with Nicola Peltz, Grant Gustin, Gregg Sulkin, and the award-winning Cop Show starring Colin Quinn. She recently launched her production banner - Very Cavaliere Productions, ...
Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Benj Edwards - Part 2 -- 12-22-22
December 14, 2022 18:29 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBHere is part 2 of my RSC with writer, tech historian and futurist Benj Edwards from his home in North Carolina, USA Benj's interests in science and the arts inspire his written works on the past, present, and future of technology. As a collector and student of vintage computers and video games for over 25 years, he brings a deep sense of tech history to publications such as The Atlantic, Fast Company, PCWorld, Macworld, Edge, and PCMag. During his time as a journalist, Edwards has bro...
Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Benj Edwards Part 1 -- 12-22-22
December 14, 2022 18:29 - 27 minutes - 25 MBHere is part 1 of my RSC with writer, tech historian and futurist Benj Edwards from his home in North Carolina, USA Benjs' interests in science and the arts inspire his written works on the past, present, and future of technology. As a collector and student of vintage computers and video games for over 25 years, he brings a deep sense of tech history to publications such as The Atlantic, Fast Company, PCWorld, Macworld, Edge, and PCMag. During his time as a journalist, Edwards has brok...
Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Sarah Cogan
December 12, 2022 18:52 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBSarah Cogan is a renowned costume designer & visual producer who is a chamption of independent filmmakers. Her passion is crafting cinematic cohesion by aligning script and visual design. Sarah skillfully integrates the filmmakers vision across production design and art direction, costume design and wardrobe, makeup and hair and lighting design. Her most recent project, the film 18 1/2 has been submitted to the Academy Awards for Oscar consideration and has been hailed by the critics especi...
Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Jennifer Arthurton and Dennis Tardan
December 08, 2022 19:50 - 1 hour - 57 MBJennifer Arthurton is the creator, and founder of Old Chicks Know Sh*t, a community and podcast (of the same name) designed to inspire and support midlife women in chasing their dreams and creating their kick-ass next chapter. In addition, Jennifer is an empowerment coach, podcast host, writer, and speaker. Having made her midlife course corrections, she is a passionate advocate of the inherent power and knowledge that women possess at a time when they often feel overlooked and doubt th...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Noémi Beres and Dennis Tardan
November 17, 2022 13:07 - 26 minutes - 24 MBNoémi Beres is the Co-Owner of the Podcast Connections podcast booking agency. She helps entrepreneurs and business owners share their knowledge and connect them to quality podcast shows. In addition, Noemi is dedicated to helping experts grow their businesses with interviews. Noémi started to work in the online marketing field back in 2007. She has a Master’s Degree in Danish Literature and Language; she is a linguist, content creator, and “master organizer.” Website: https://www...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Kim Curtis and Dennis Tardan
October 28, 2022 19:33 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBMoney makes the world go around and also can make us crazy. Kim Curtis help me to get some sanity around this important issue. Here is Kim's website: www.wealthlegacyinstitute.com Kim is a nationally recognized wealth management advisor and speaker. As President and CEO of Wealth Legacy Institute, her groundbreaking work in developing a highly personal client-centric planning model was recognized in the Journal of Practical Estate Planning, winning the Editor's Choice award. This model...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Rick Pagano on his new film, "Ten Tricks"
September 17, 2022 21:02 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBOn this episode of RSC, my guest, Rick Pagano, and I converse about his latest feature film that he wrote and directed, "Ten Tricks", and which has been getting critical acclaim all over the world. Ten Tricks will be available to stream on all digital platforms and streaming exclusively on Fandor on September 27, 2022. TEN TRICKS follows a glamorous madam, Grace (Lea Thompson), who has spent years being surrounded by men. When she decides she wants to start a family, she realizes the l...
Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation (Part 2) with Ron Dillard Jr. and Dennis Tardan - Aug 2022
September 07, 2022 17:32 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBHere is part 2 of my RSC with Ron Dillard as we continue to learn about one another and our art. About Ron: Rod Dillard, Jr. is a director, producer, writer and actor. In 2008, he founded Ronald Dillard Jr Entertainment, LLC, with the vision to create thought provoking entertainment by writing, producing, directing, and co-starring in the first theatrical production, I Deserve Better, followed by A Player’s Last Play. In 2013, he released his first feature film, A New Mentality then wr...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Ron Dillard, Jr. and Dennis Tardan
August 22, 2022 19:37 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBRod Dillard, Jr. is a director, producer, writer and actor. In 2008, he founded Ronald Dillard Jr Entertainment, LLC, with the vision to create thought provoking entertainment by writing, producing, directing, and co-starring in the first theatrical production, I Deserve Better, followed by A Player’s Last Play. In 2013, he released his first feature film, A New Mentality then wrote and produced three more award-winning festival films along with Shirod Greene; Unbrotherly Love, The Color ...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Aprill Brandon and Dennis Tardan
August 08, 2022 19:05 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBAprill Brandon is a freelance writer and feral mother living in Boston with her brood of redheads and very patient husband. She has two drawers in her fridge devoted to cheese and is now grown up enough to like fancy beer. www.aprillbrandon.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Dennis Tardan and his guest, Jordon Colburn
July 17, 2022 19:15 - 22 minutes - 51.2 MBJordan Colburn, entrepreneur and businessman, has written his first book and it is so relevant to anyone who wants the basics of raising capital. I learned so much in reading the this book and am applying the lessons! Here is a link to his book: https://tinyurl.com/huhpm49v Change the Way You Think About Raising Capital can make the difference between a YES or a NO when presenting your project to investors. Potential investors see many proposals every day. So, what are the keys to ge...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Bob Woodman and Dennis Tardan
June 04, 2022 17:16 - 49 minutes - 113 MBBob Woodman's career in radio spanned the time of such change in the United States and the world. After a stint in the U.S. Navy as a public relations officer for the Blue Angels, Bob returned to radio in Texas in Austin, Texas, as Austin was beginning to fly its Weird flag. He moved to Victoria, Texas and was general manager of KVIC, an AM radio station that grew into a media group where his empowering management style nurtured creative spirits on the air and profitability off the air. B...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Frank W. Butterfield and Dennis Tardan
May 19, 2022 21:21 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBOn May 18, 2022, my friend Frank Butterfield and I had another Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation. About Frank: Frank W. Butterfield is the Amazon best-selling author of 90 (and counting) self-published novels, novellas, and short stories. Born and raised in Lubbock, Texas, he has traveled all over the US and Canada and now makes his home in Daytona Beach, Florida. His first attempt at writing at the age of nine with a ball-point pen and a notepad was a failure. Forty years later, he tr...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Sassy Mohen and Dennis Tardan
December 18, 2021 20:11 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBSASSY MOHEN DIRECTOR| WRITER|PRODUCER - Sas·sy /ˈsasē/ adjective: lively, bold, full of spirit; a little bit cheeky. Sassy Mohen’s innovative and bold, confident style has emerged as a pioneer in the genre of female-driven comedy. She has written, directed, produced, and edited multiple award-winning films, TV Pilots, Music Videos, Commercials, Specs, and Web series. Her latest comedy satire on real-world events, FEAR ACTUALLY was released to rave reviews and won three BEST FEMALE DIRECTOR...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Isabel Echeverry and Dennis Tardan
December 18, 2021 17:31 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MBIsabel Echeverry is the founder Kontakto Talent Management and Entertainment Company. Now she is established as the market leader in Latinx Entertainment with an impressive roster composed of award-winning directors, actors, and powerhouse production companies. As a big believer in the concept of giving back and 'paying it forward,' her ability to navigate the Hispanic and global market has proved invaluable to all her clientele. Here is her website: https://www.kontaktoreps.com --- Su...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with David Stephens and Dennis Tardan
December 13, 2021 22:24 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBGIFT ALERT: To purchase one of David's incredible puppets and art, go here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/AllHandsProductions For more than 20 years, David Stephens has been delighting family audiences with his humorous interpretations of classic fairy tales. Working exclusively as a solo puppeteer, he has traveled extensively throughout the United States. As well as his accomplishments as a puppeteer, he has enjoyed a 20 year career as a banjo player and songwriter. David has produced 7 ...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Billy Vera
December 13, 2021 20:34 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBIn early December 2021, Dennis had an RSC with iconic Hollywood singer/songwriter/actor/music historian Billy Vera Billy has been a singer and songwriter since the 1960s, his most successful record being "At This Moment", a US # 1 hit in 1987. He continues to perform with his group Billy Vera & The Beaters, and won a Grammy Award in 2013. Here is Billy's website: www.billyvera.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Jay Thompson and Dennis Tardan
December 03, 2021 00:18 - 48 minutes - 44 MBGuitar player and song writer dedicated to making music for people going through a rough time. Also dedicated to showing off NE Ohio in all its natural beauty. If you've got some wine? All the better! Jay's YouTube Channel: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCDeNgQJaD1gT9MQOap7cv9Q --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support
Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Hal Linden
November 19, 2021 20:58 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBHal Linden starred in and as Barney Miller on ABC from 1975-1981. Hal and Dennis Tardan talk about Hal's experience over the course of the 170 episodes from initial casting by creator, writer and show runner Danny Arnold and why Barney Miller remains so relevant today. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support
Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Bonnie Neel and Dennis Tardan - Nov 3, 2021
November 09, 2021 17:43 - 41 minutes - 56.2 MBThe brilliant and deeeelightful Bonnie Neel and I have another RSC talking about the booming housing market in 2021, mortgages, credit scores, we show one of her delightful and educating YouTube videos and her new podcast, Drinking with My Ex, which is soon to be released. What a joy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Amber Crowley - July 2021
July 21, 2021 20:43 - 38 minutes - 87.1 MBSinger, songwriter Amber Crowley is based in Naples, Florida with salty Cape Cod roots. Her music reveals human spirit and emotion, with a feel-good beach vibe that appeals to all ages. Amber has performed professionally for over 40 years, with multiple CDs and EPs. An emergency room physician, Amber has shared her music for many years with patients and staff at Hope Hospice, American Cancer Society and many other nonprofit events. Amber's website: ambercrowleymusic.com --- Support th...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Travis Lohmann - July 2021
July 21, 2021 20:25 - 38 minutes - 89.1 MBTravis Lohmann is a composer for film/media. His work has been showcased at various film festivals such as the LA 48 Hour Film Festival, The United GI Film Festival, The Dam Short Film Festival, and the Laughlin International Film Festival. Travis’s music can be heard on NBC Sports, Discovery, Oxygen, Lifetime, and Bravo. In 2015, Travis had the opportunity to perform with Circus Couture in their charity event "Twelve". In 2017, he composed the music for "Blue" and "Green" Acts in their s...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Janel Sarlls and Manuel Zamora
June 26, 2021 00:06 - 24 minutes - 31 MBJanel Sarlls is an award-winning, classically-trained fine artist living in the small, South Texas town of Victoria. After years of writing for various magazines, Janel realized she had something valuable to share with the world and turned to writing full time, focusing on children’s books. Manuel Zamora is a writer, artist, and illustrator living in Victoria, Texas. His approach and output are constantly evolving as he hones his personal style. Manuel approaches each project with complete...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Domo Hardaway
June 15, 2021 19:14 - 41 minutes - 61.6 MBDomo Hardaway describes himself as a Christian, first, and then an economist, Democrat, and a DJ. He is working alongside the tireless Beto O’Rourke with Powered By People to turn Texas Blue and save our democracy. Domo’s interests include all things Texas, electoral politics, economics, comic books, and hip hop. Here is a link to learn more: www.poweredxpeople.org --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis-tardan/support
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Dannel and David Arnold
June 13, 2021 16:15 - 55 minutes - 46.6 MBDannel and David Arnold are the sons of Hollywood and television icon Danny Arnold who was the creator/producer/writer/show runner of Barney Miller and produced Bewitched, That Girl and so many other properties. https://youtu.be/0dtYqi8fC7A is the link to the Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation I did with Danny in 1997 on my public access TV show called "Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation". Dannel and David talk that interview with their father and about growing up in Hollywood and their ...
A Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation (Santa Monica-style) with Corrie Lynn Green
May 28, 2021 16:49 - 28 minutes - 36.8 MBI had a wonderful RSC with Corrie Lynn Green on May 20, 2021. What a delightful, joyful session with a rising star and influencer in the music industry! Plus, she is a delightful, insightful, and gracious human being. Corrie Lynn Green brings her own unique brand of story telling to long forgotten Appalachian Mountain Music. With her original lyrics and and twist on banjo playing style, Corrie digs deep and brings something new to something old. See about Corrie Lynn here! https://linkt...
A (2nd) Reasonably Spontaneous Conversation with Bonnie Neel
May 19, 2021 05:00 - 33 minutes - 37.7 MBComing out of Covid in May of 2021, the housing market in Austin (and in the US) is booming. What do we do? What should we not do? What are the pitfalls and the opportunities. Well, the brilliant Bonnie Neel is my go-to resource. Enjoy! Contact Bonnie: [email protected] Bonnie Neel has worked in industries ranging from international oil and gas, supermarkets, publishing, finance, charitable giving and private global intelligence before becoming a mortgage loan offi...
A Conversation with Kim Ware - Part 2 - Feb 2021
February 22, 2021 19:56 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBKim Ware is a singer-songwriter, drummer, podcaster, writer, lover of improv, MA in counseling student, wife, daughter, niece, aunt, friend, and cat mom. Among other things. Now based in the small town of Kings Mountain, NC, Kim discovered her love of expressing herself through song in 2006, while living in the booming metropolis of Atlanta, GA. She writes and performs under the name the Good Graces, and has toured up and down the east coast, down to Texas, over to California, and performed...
A Conversation with Kim Ware - Part 1 - Feb 2021
February 22, 2021 19:42 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBKim Ware is a singer-songwriter, drummer, podcaster, writer, lover of improv, MA in counseling student, wife, daughter, niece, aunt, friend, and cat mom. Among other things. Now based in the small town of Kings Mountain, NC, Kim discovered her love of expressing herself through song in 2006, while living in the booming metropolis of Atlanta, GA. She writes and performs under the name the Good Graces, and has toured up and down the east coast, down to Texas, over to California, and performed...
A (first) Conversation with Alex Matrosov (not his real name)
February 12, 2021 02:15 - 46 minutes - 69.6 MBOn Saturday, January 23, 2021, protests broke out all over Russia in response to the arrest of dissident Aleksei Navalny upon his return to his home country to continue his resistance to the regime of Vladimir Putin. A self-described “average Russian citizen” decided to attend the protest and was plucked out of a peaceful crowd and arrested. This, in his own words, is his story on that day. Translation courtesy of Rachel Campbell. Edited by Clay Boykin. --- Support this podcast: https:/...
A Conversation with Constantine Nasr
February 08, 2021 13:07 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBConstantine Nasr and I had a conversation in late Dec 2020 upon the release the 80th Anniversary of Bugs Bunny in a Limited Edition Boxed Set of 60 re-mastered shorts starring Bugs. Constantine produced a documentary that is included in Boxed Set with interviews with many of the animation masters who worked in the Warner Brothers Loony Tunes studio, including Mel Blanc, the voice of Bugs Bunny. A clip from an interview I did with Mel in 1979 is included in Constantine’s documentary! To purc...
A Conversation with Polly Lou Livingston
February 05, 2021 17:52 - 26 minutes - 12.1 MBIn 2008 American animator, screenwriter, producer and voice actor Penn Ward cast Polly in his Emmy Award winning cartoon series Adventure Time. She played a sexy little green elephant named Tree Trunk. To say the series was a smash hit is an understatement, launching Polly Lou into global pop stardom. An energy and spirit as that of Polly Lou’s will forever remain in the hearts of all that have known and loved her. She was a true Texas original and a very fine lady indeed. Polly Lou died on...