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Planet Shivers

249 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★ - 4 ratings

Planet Shivers will take you to space and back with special guests including Visual Artists, Musicians, and much more.

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#40 - The Roundtable #1

October 02, 2020 06:14 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MB

It was a late Rosh Hashanah evening, and the human cocktail was mixed to perfection. The first Planet Shivers roundtable is finally here!  Isaac is BACK! Mike Strunk is BACK! And we welcome Shahn to Planet Shivers!  We talk John Wayne’s country album, The Jackson-Whites, Tom Quick, the Doan Brothers, and black and white cookies. We go deep, and barely make it back. Hope you enjoy!

The Roundtable #1

October 02, 2020 06:14 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MB

It was a late Rosh Hashanah evening, and the human cocktail was mixed to perfection. The first Planet Shivers roundtable is finally here!  Isaac is BACK! Mike Strunk is BACK! And we welcome Shahn to Planet Shivers!  We talk John Wayne’s country album, The Jackson-Whites, Tom Quick, the Doan Brothers, and black and white cookies. We go deep, and barely make it back. Hope you enjoy!

Albert Shivers: 'Shivers List Pt.1'

September 10, 2020 20:08 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MB

Planet Shivers host and visual artist Albert Shivers goes through a list of his biggest artistic influences including, Robert Crumb, Salvador Dali, and Frida Kahlo. @albertshivers

#39 - Shivers List

September 10, 2020 20:08 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MB

Planet Shivers host and visual artist Albert Shivers goes through a list of his biggest artistic influences including, Robert Crumb, Salvador Dali, and Frida Kahlo. @albertshivers

Sharon Preston-Folta: 'Little Satchmo' (w/ filmmaker John Alexander)

August 18, 2020 21:24 - 1 hour - 59.5 MB

On this episode of Planet Shivers Albert Shivers talks about jazz great, Louis Armstrong, and then daughter of Louis Armstrong, Sharon Preston-Folta joins the show. She speaks about growing up with Armstrong as a father, and the new documentary she is working on with filmmaker, John Alexander. It was fantastic to speak with both Sharon and John, and we hope you enjoy the show! 

#38 - Sharon Preston-Folta & John Alexander

August 18, 2020 21:24 - 1 hour - 59.5 MB

On this episode of Planet Shivers Albert Shivers talks about jazz great, Louis Armstrong, and then daughter of Louis Armstrong, Sharon Preston-Folta joins the show. She speaks about growing up with Armstrong as a father, and the new documentary she is working on with filmmaker, John Alexander. It was fantastic to speak with both Sharon and John, and we hope you enjoy the show! 

Luke Sweirczek & Andrew Confair: 'Hollywood Confidential'

August 05, 2020 23:18 - 1 hour - 70.4 MB

Planet Shivers Podcast: Luke Sweirczek & Andrew Confair: 'Hollywood Confidential' Albert talks about his new art show and a new radio station he and Isaac found, then Andrew and Luke join the show to discuss old Hollywood. Albert Shivers: @albertshivers Isaac Wilson: @when_in_zen

#37 - Andrew Confair & Luke Sweirczek

August 05, 2020 23:18 - 1 hour - 70.4 MB

Planet Shivers Podcast: Luke Sweirczek & Andrew Confair: 'Hollywood Confidential' Albert talks about his new art show and a new radio station he and Isaac found, then Andrew and Luke join the show to discuss old Hollywood. Albert Shivers: @albertshivers Isaac Wilson: @when_in_zen

Mike Strunk: Stranger In A Strange Land

July 23, 2020 19:37 - 1 hour - 57.4 MB

In this episode of Planet Shivers Albert Shivers has a late-night flashback, and Mike Strunk is back to talk about Horror Films, Woodstock, living in Seattle and living in Portland, Oregon.  Albert Shivers: @albertshivers

#36 - Mike Strunk

July 23, 2020 19:37 - 1 hour - 57.4 MB

In this episode of Planet Shivers Albert Shivers has a late-night flashback, and Mike Strunk is back to talk about Horror Films, Woodstock, living in Seattle and living in Portland, Oregon.  Albert Shivers: @albertshivers

Susan Silver: 'Hot Pants In Hollywood'

July 10, 2020 00:06 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MB

This week on The Planet Shivers Podcast, I got to talk with writer Susan Silver. Ms. Silver wrote and worked on The Mary Tyler Moore Show, Laugh-In, The Partridge Family, The Bob Newhart Show, and more! Susan and I had a fun conversation about her being an early female writer in the business, her journey from Wisconsin to Hollywood, her autobiography 'Hot Pants in Hollywood', as well as her time spent with Lenny Bruce.  Susan Silver: https://hotpantsinhollywood.com/ Albert Shivers: ...

#35 - Susan Silver

July 10, 2020 00:06 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MB

This week on The Planet Shivers Podcast, I got to talk with writer Susan Silver. Ms. Silver wrote and worked on The Mary Tyler Moore Show, Laugh-In, The Partridge Family, The Bob Newhart Show, and more! Susan and I had a fun conversation about her being an early female writer in the business, her journey from Wisconsin to Hollywood, her autobiography 'Hot Pants in Hollywood', as well as her time spent with Lenny Bruce. Susan Silver: https://hotpantsinhollywood.com/ Albert Shivers: ...

Gabby Borges: 'Thick As Thieves' (Part One)

July 03, 2020 17:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MB

On this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I down with Gabby Borges. Musician, Singer, and my younger sister. In this first part of our conversation we crack each other up constantly as we discuss funny stories, New York City life and the New York accent, Seinfeld, and how I can't stop watching the old Star Treks. Albert Shivers: @albertshivers Gabby Borges: @gerbygib

#34 - Gabby Borges

July 03, 2020 17:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MB

On this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I down with Gabby Borges. Musician, Singer, and my younger sister. In this first part of our conversation we crack each other up constantly as we discuss funny stories, New York City life and the New York accent, Seinfeld, and how I can't stop watching the old Star Treks. Albert Shivers: @albertshivers Gabby Borges: @gerbygib

#33 - Ella Steinbeck

June 26, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 83.7 MB

Comedian, Actress & Writer, Ella Steinbeck, joins this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast to talk about dealing with Lyme and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome during the corona virus pandemic.  INSTAGRAM  Albert Shivers: @albertshivers  Ella Steinbeck: @lifewithlymeandehlerdanlos  **Ella Steinbeck is also on Episode #16 of Planet Shivers**

Ella Steinbeck: 'Quarantined'

June 26, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 83.7 MB

Comedian, Actress & Writer, Ella Steinbeck, joins this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast to talk about dealing with Lyme and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome during the corona virus pandemic.  INSTAGRAM  Albert Shivers: @albertshivers  Ella Steinbeck: @lifewithlymeandehlerdanlos  **Ella Steinbeck is also on Episode #16 of Planet Shivers**

#32 - Mike Strunk & Isaac Wilson

June 19, 2020 16:00 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MB

On this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast Isaac and I discuss more astral projection, modern light pollution, and joined my Michael Strunk, we chat about the de-evolution of humanity with technology. Then, we all get into talking about the films ‘Trouble Every Day’ and ‘Enter the Void’. We also discuss exploitation in horror films and on Coney Island in the early days--ending with ‘Freaks’ and Todd Browning. Available on all major podcast platforms and Youtube! Albert Shivers --...

Isaac Wilson & Mike Strunk: 'Human Atrophy'

June 19, 2020 16:00 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MB

On this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast Isaac and I discuss more astral projection, modern light pollution, and joined my Michael Strunk, we chat about the de-evolution of humanity with technology. Then, we all get into talking about the films ‘Trouble Every Day’ and ‘Enter the Void’. We also discuss exploitation in horror films and on Coney Island in the early days--ending with ‘Freaks’ and Todd Browning. Available on all major podcast platforms and Youtube! Albert Shivers --...

World Gone Wrong

June 13, 2020 02:30 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

In this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I give my tow cents on the lack of compassion and empathy for our black brothers and sisters in the U.S.

Albert Shivers: 'World Gone Wrong'

June 13, 2020 02:30 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

In this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I give my tow cents on the lack of compassion and empathy for our black brothers and sisters in the U.S. Albert Shivers: @albertshivers Isaac Wilson: @when_in_zen

#31 - World Gone Wrong

June 13, 2020 02:30 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

In this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I give my tow cents on the lack of compassion and empathy for our black brothers and sisters in the U.S. Albert Shivers: @albertshivers Isaac Wilson: @when_in_zen

#30 - Mike Strunk

May 14, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 75.2 MB

Anyone who has had a late-night coffee-induced conversation with Mike, knows all the wild directions it can go. This is no exception. Strunk and I recorded for over three hours; with plenty left on the table. I’ll be splitting this conversation into three episodes.  In this hour we talk about Mike’s new toy production, The Blister Sisters, Horror movies, his time living in the Bronx, pre-Giuliani, along with lots of stuff in between. I could gush for paragraphs, but I’ll just say t...

Mike Strunk: 'No Safe Space'

May 14, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 75.2 MB

Anyone who has had a late-night coffee-induced conversation with Mike, knows all the wild directions it can go. This is no exception. Strunk and I recorded for over three hours; with plenty left on the table. I’ll be splitting this conversation into three episodes.  In this hour we talk about Mike’s new toy production, The Blister Sisters, Horror movies, his time living in the Bronx, pre-Giuliani, along with lots of stuff in between. I could gush for paragraphs, but I’ll just say t...

Michelle Star: 'Following My Bliss'

May 01, 2020 22:15 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MB

On this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I talk about some new projects I have coming up and Isaac and I talk with actress Michelle Star. We cover her decision to pursue the craft, her interest in acting as a child, her experiences being an extra in film and on television, hanging out with Blair Brown and Judd Hurst, and fixing Sandra Bullock’s computer.  You can find this podcast and all the others on all major podcast platforms, and Youtube.

#29 - Michelle Star

May 01, 2020 22:15 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MB

On this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I talk about some new projects I have coming up and Isaac and I talk with actress Michelle Star. We cover her decision to pursue the craft, her interest in acting as a child, her experiences being an extra in film and on television, hanging out with Blair Brown and Judd Hurst, and fixing Sandra Bullock’s computer.  You can find this podcast and all the others on all major podcast platforms, and Youtube.

Albert Shivers: 'I'm Running For Prez'

April 17, 2020 23:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

In this episode I reveal my plan to run for president this coming November, and features vey special surprise guest. @albertshivers

I'm Running For Prez

April 17, 2020 23:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

In this episode I reveal my plan to run for president this coming November, and also features a very special surprise guest.

#28 - I'm Running For Prez'

April 17, 2020 23:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

In this episode I reveal my plan to run for president this coming November, and features vey special surprise guest. @albertshivers

#27 - Don Wilson & Isaac Wilson

April 08, 2020 18:25 - 1 hour - 84.5 MB

On this episode of The Planet Shivers podcast. Isaac and I speak again with visual artist Don Wilson. This time we concentrate on Don's career as an art teacher, more stories on Alex Grey, and we also riff around with arts talk of all sorts.

Don Wilson: 'The Teacher'

April 08, 2020 18:25 - 1 hour - 84.5 MB

On this episode of The Planet Shivers podcast. Isaac and I speak again with visual artist Don Wilson. This time we concentrate on Don's career as an art teacher, more stories on Alex Grey, and we also riff around with arts talk of all sorts.

#26 - The Mysterious History of Bessie Tucker

April 01, 2020 20:35 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MB

On this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I talk about my favorite, and very unknown, blues singer Bessie Tucker; although it might also just be physco-babble about her. Either way it’ll be entertaining. I also mention my distrust for Jif peanut butter, and the history of the dreaded Momo.  Included in this episode are shout-outs to a few independent businesses that are still keeping their work going online, and how you can still support them! This episode and more are availab...

The Mysterious History of Bessie Tucker

April 01, 2020 20:35 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MB

On this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I talk about my favorite, and very unknown, blues singer Bessie Tucker; although it might also just be physco-babble about her. Either way it’ll be entertaining. I also mention my distrust for Jif peanut butter, and the history of the dreaded Momo.  Included in this episode are shout-outs to a few independent businesses that are still keeping their work going online, and how you can still support them! This episode and more are availab...

#25 - Kisha Peart

March 20, 2020 18:35 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MB

 On this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I traveled to Queens, NY to talk with the multi-talented actress, comedian, and writer Kisha Peart. I enjoyed this conversation very much, and Kisha is a breath of fresh air that we all need right now. Check out this episode on all major podcast platforms and Youtube (link below)

Kisha Peart: 'Stage to Screen'

March 20, 2020 18:35 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MB

 On this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I traveled to Queens, NY to talk with the multi-talented actress, comedian, and writer Kisha Peart. I enjoyed this conversation very much, and Kisha is a breath of fresh air that we all need right now. Check out this episode on all major podcast platforms and Youtube (link below)

Don Stettner: 'Art Lives'

March 05, 2020 23:30 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB

I have interviewed a lot of visual artists on this show, and Don Stettner has been one of the most interesting. This conversation is on location at Don Stettner’s amazing studio. We cover Don’s unique creative process, the initial pushback during the 1960’s against abstract art, fitting into art galleries, and Don’s artistic connection with animals and cave paintings. Don Stettner is a real artist from his core, and it was a true pleasure to talk with him. Don Stettner Instagram - ...

#24 - Don Stettner & Isaac Wilson

March 05, 2020 23:30 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB

I have interviewed a lot of visual artists on this show, and Don Stettner has been one of the most interesting. This conversation is on location at Don Stettner’s amazing studio. We cover Don’s unique creative process, the initial pushback during the 1960’s against abstract art, fitting into art galleries, and Don’s artistic connection with animals and cave paintings. Don Stettner is a real artist from his core, and it was a true pleasure to talk with him. Don Stettner Instagram - ...

#23 - Marty Carr, Gillian Nicole & Isaac Wilson

February 25, 2020 02:05 - 1 hour - 77.1 MB

On this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I converse with visual artist Marty Carr and Gillian. We talk about watercolors, Marty’s creative process, erotic art, and all the fun places you may find it and other mischief.  I promise you’ll want to check out this episode. You can find this episode and more on all podcast apps, Spotify and Youtube. Marty Carr: @theladybared Isaac Wilson: @when_in_zen Albert Shivers: @albertshivers

Marty Carr: 'Paints & Spanks'

February 25, 2020 02:05 - 1 hour - 77.1 MB

On this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I converse with visual artist Marty Carr and Gillian. We talk about watercolors, Marty’s creative process, erotic art, and all the fun places you may find it and other mischief.  I promise you’ll want to check out this episode. You can find this episode and more on all podcast apps, Spotify and Youtube. Marty Carr: @theladybared Isaac Wilson: @when_in_zen Albert Shivers: @albertshivers

Courtney Natt, Sylvia Thompson & NaMu: 'Create & Be'

February 10, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 73.9 MB

Courtney Natt, Sylvia Thompson & Na Mu are three artistic entrepreneurs opening their own studio space and gallery to inject some culture into Stroudsburg, PA Albert Shivers - @albertshivers Isaac Wilson - @when_in_zen Courtney Natt - @nattoncanvas Sylvia Thompson - @shotbysyl Na Mu - @namu.visions

#22 - Courtney Natt, Sylvia Thompson, NaMu & Isaac WIlson

February 10, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 73.9 MB

Courtney Natt, Sylvia Thompson & Na Mu are three artistic entrepreneurs opening their own studio space and gallery to inject some culture into Stroudsburg, PA Albert Shivers - @albertshivers Isaac Wilson - @when_in_zen Courtney Natt - @nattoncanvas Sylvia Thompson - @shotbysyl Na Mu - @namu.visions

#21 - David Corino

January 24, 2020 06:00 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MB

On this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I talk with way-back buddy, David Corino. He and I go back like spinal chords and car seat.! We cover all the music we loved as teens, from Miles Davis and The Dead, to John Coltrane and Zappa. We chat about following the band Furthur for over twenty shows, as well as talking about drummer Dave’s new band. You won’t want to miss this conversation!

David Corino: 'Miles and Miles'

January 24, 2020 06:00 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MB

On this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I talk with way-back buddy, David Corino. He and I go back like spinal chords and car seat.! We cover all the music we loved as teens, from Miles Davis and The Dead, to John Coltrane and Zappa. We chat about following the band Furthur for over twenty shows, as well as talking about drummer Dave’s new band. You won’t want to miss this conversation!

Ellyse Burnett: 'All the Nostalgia'

January 17, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 75.8 MB

On this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I am joined by actress and amazing friend Ellyse Burnett! Her and I talk about each of the theater projects and films we’ve worked on, living in Denver from living on the east coast, and Ellyse has heavy questions on how and why I am a NASCAR fan This episode also contains a clip of the play F.L.e.X. written by Albert Shivers and starring Ellyse Burnett.

#20 - Ellyse Burnett

January 17, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 75.8 MB

On this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I am joined by actress and amazing friend Ellyse Burnett! Her and I talk about each of the theater projects and films we’ve worked on, living in Denver from living on the east coast, and Ellyse has heavy questions on how and why I am a NASCAR fan This episode also contains a clip of the play F.L.e.X. written by Albert Shivers and starring Ellyse Burnett.

Isaac Wilson: 'Astral Planes'

January 11, 2020 00:55 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MB

Albert Shivers and Isaac Wilson talk deeply about Astral Projection and Lucid Dreaming.

Astral Planes

January 11, 2020 00:55 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MB

Albert Shivers and Isaac Wilson talk deeply about Astral Projection and Lucid Dreaming.

#19 - Isaac Wilson

January 11, 2020 00:55 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MB

Albert Shivers and Isaac Wilson talk deeply about Astral Projection and Lucid Dreaming.

Andrew Confair: 'Acting from the Heart'

December 13, 2019 20:45 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MB

On this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I talk with friend Andrew Confair about acting through college, being roped into my crazy films, and acting for the love of it while having a regular job. Check out this episode and MORE on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Soundcloud, and Youtube.

#18 - Andrew Confair

December 13, 2019 20:45 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MB

On this episode of the Planet Shivers podcast I talk with friend Andrew Confair about acting through college, being roped into my crazy films, and acting for the love of it while having a regular job. Check out this episode and MORE on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Soundcloud, and Youtube.

Don Wilson: In My Blood Pt.2

December 06, 2019 00:30 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MB

Planet Shivers - Ep.17 : Don Wilson: 'In My Blood: Pt. 2' Special Guest: Don Wilson Visual Artist Hosted by; Albert Shivers @albertshivers Sound: Isaac Wilson @when_in_zen Editing: Hahn Islo Planet Shivers is back after a week off with part two of my talk with Don Wilson.  In this second piece with Don, we talk more about hitchhiking, the time Don encountered Bigfoot, meeting Janis Joplin, Don's gallery shows, Edward Snowden, MAD Magazine, sketching in saunas, and our experiences w...