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The Dark RoomEp. 59: Blind Film Critics Society 2025 AwardsAlex and Lee are joined by special guests, John Stark and Ren Leach, to present the 2nd annual Blind Film Critics Society nominations and awards, which honor the best in cinema for 2025.Follow Alex on Letterbox'd at @alexhoward11 and Lee at @leepugsleyla Follow John Stark at:https://www.macthemovieguy.comYouTube - @macthemovieguy Rotten Tomatoes - John StarkFollow Ren Leach at: https://www.renleach.com Letterbox'd - @renleach If you would like to contact us, please e-mail darkroomfilmcast@gmail.com.Check out the Blind...
2026-03-2434 min
Dirty Laundry: The Divorce Podcast[From the Vault] Amanda and Alex Get Personal: Life, Business, and the Golden Rules of DivorceSend us Fan MailIn this special re-run episode, hosts Alex Howard and Amanda Silver step out of the interviewer chairs and into the spotlight. They share the personal stories and professional philosophies that shaped Dirty Laundry, from Amanda’s "Golden Rule" for high-conflict communication to the surprising thrill-seeking hobbies they hide behind their professional veneers. This is an editorial look at the human side of divorce mediation, exploring how to maintain "family wellness" and personal sanity while navigating life's biggest transitions.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own an...
2026-02-0539 min
Vera House PodcastHometown Sound: Richmond's Conditions on Writing, Touring, and Reunion with Brandon Roundtree and Alex Howard #024Got thoughts? Throw them at us by sending a text here10% OFF your next purchase at Point 5 in Carytown:https://verahouse.co/point5Follow Conditions:https://www.instagram.com/conditionsbandhttps://www.facebook.com/conditionsbandhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/5CdtIKatJJJuXXjjxRtT8Xhttps://music.apple.com/us/artist/conditions/275764015Richmond made them, the world loved them. In this episode, Brandon Roundtree and Alex Howard of Conditions; both veterans of Richmond’s vibrant music scene, take us from Canal Club nights and storage-unit re...
2025-11-261h 43
The Dark RoomEp. 49: What's Wrong with the Best Films of the Century?Alex and Lee welcome Matt Lauterbach of All Senses Go to discuss the inaccessibility of the New York Times' Top 100 Films of the Century So Far. In this episode, we discuss why accessibility for these films is important, the barriers to getting them audio-described, and potential solutions moving forward.Matt's interview with Alex: https://allsensesgo.substack.com/p/these-are-the-best-films-of-the-century?fbclid=IwY2xjawMvQkVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHtDSHHujndVMfuCskiYonhOCw-b2fKt3z4wqLVVXGcKwVo7K5dJ9elyvhob6_aem_5w3kn_0k-JmQcZM0ANwAWA Original NYT Article: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/movies/best-movies-21st-century.htmlAlex's Letterboxd list of NY Top 100 Movies w...
2025-09-1153 minThe Dark RoomIntroducing The Blind Film Critics SocietyAlex and Lee are pleased to welcome special guest, John Stark, to the show as we proudly introduce the Blind Film Critics Society (BFCS). The BFCS was formed to bring blind and low vision voices to the film criticism space, and we are honored to present the nominations and winners for the first annual BFCS awards. Please note that our selections represent the 2024 calendar year in film.If you are interested in joining the Blind Film Critics Society or would like to learn more, you can e-mail John Stark at macthemovieguy@aol.com, and be sure to...
2025-05-2316 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS3 E30: This week on the DL: The Unexpected Psychological Benefits of FashionSend us Fan MailThis week Alex sits down with Lisa Shaw of Lifestyled By Lisa, a fashion stylist on a mission to build confidence in her clients via their wardrobe.Lisa has been in the fashion industry for 20+ years, and combined her love of style with a Life Coaching certification to build back her clients' confidence after life transitions - be it divorce, postpartum, new relationships or jobs.Amanda was missed on this episode, but we know you'll love the conversation between Lisa and Alex, and bonus: the cameo by producer Ryan...
2025-04-2441 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS3 E26: This week on the DL: A Conversation with the Queen of Mediation, Dr. Barbara LandauSend us Fan MailThis week Alex and Amanda sit down with their hero, the one and only Dr. Landau.Dr. Barbara Landau is a renowned mediator, lawyer, psychologist, and author with decades of experience in conflict resolution. A trailblazer in family mediation, she has dedicated her career to helping families navigate separation with dignity and fairness. Dr. Landau is a sought-after speaker and author, sharing her expertise on dispute resolution, family law, and the psychology of conflict.After decades of supporting families and witnessing the inequities in Family Law, Dr...
2025-03-2745 minThe Dark RoomEp. 39: Close Up With Roy Samuelson, Author & Audio Description PerformerAlex and Lee chat with Roy Samuelson, an audio description performer, voice actor, speaker, coach, and author of the book, A Voice Actor's Guide to Audio Description Performance: Crafting Immersive Entertainment Experiences for Blind Audiences. In our discussion, Roy highlights what makes for a good audio description performance and chronicles his experiences in the accessibility field.Learn more about Roy's book here: https://www.roysamuelson.com/book/You can listen to some insightful interviews with audio description professionals on Roy’s podcast “The ADNA Presents” here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-adna-presents/id1513...
2025-03-2050 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS3 E24: This week on the DL: Sneaking a Peek into the Diary of a People PleaserSend us Fan MailA+A sit down with the brilliant and vulnerable, Breanne of The Diary of a People Pleaser - another amazing example how one brave woman can support, empower and educate the masses, all while on her own growth journey.Turns out Alex always knew she was a people pleaser, Amanda, on the other hand, discovered she has tendencies in the middle of the episode - are you a people pleaser?Listen in to find out!Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their...
2025-03-1346 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS3 E23: This week on the DL: One Mom’s Battle With Family Court – And How She’s Fighting BackSend us Fan MailThis week, Amanda and Alex sit down with the Tina Swithin of One Mom’s Battle, to talk about the brutal realities of the family court system. After fighting to protect her own daughters from an abusive ex, Tina became an advocate, author, and relentless force for change exposing how the system prioritizes parental rights over child safety.This conversation will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about divorce and custody battles. If you’re a parent, a survivor, or just someone who cares about protecting kids, this is an e...
2025-03-0654 min
The Dark Room2025 Oscars Audio Description RoundtableAlex and Lee host the 2nd Annual Audio Description Roundtable. This year we are featuring the audio describers behind Anora, Dune Part Two, and The Substance. If you would like to reach us, feel free to e-mail us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.com and be sure to follow us on Instagram and subscribe on YouTube to @darkroomfilmcast.Check out the Blind Can Film Festival hosted by our sponsor, Ben Fox:https://www.blindcan.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for the Blind's Website!Find t...
2025-02-241h 18Dirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS3 E21: This week on the DL: How This Mom Rewrote her StorySend us Fan MailThis week Amanda and Alex sit down with Toronto local, Amy Tseng, who shares her incredible story of overcoming adversity.She was newly pregnant when he walked out, and Amy realized that she could either be the victim of her own story, or rise up and rewrite the ending. So this single mom decided to build both a booming business, Dermedix, and a beautiful life for her and her daughter - on her own.Here to inspire and motivate other single mom's, this is an episode you don't want...
2025-02-2048 min
The Dark RoomEp. 38: Succeed Without Sight Summit Interview with Alex, Live from Sundance 2025Listen to an excerpt from the Succeed Without Sight Summit interview Alex did while at the Sundance Film Festival, hosted by Kristen Smedley. If you would like to reach us, feel free to e-mail us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.com and be sure to follow us on Instagram and subscribe on YouTube to @darkroomfilmcast.Check out the Blind Can Film Festival hosted by our sponsor, Ben Fox:https://www.blindcan.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for the Blind's Website!Find transcripts of our e...
2025-02-1445 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS3 E20: This week on the DL: Skye Katz Shares her Sobriety StorySend us Fan MailThis week Alex and Amanda sit down with the incredibly stylish entrepreneur Skye Katz of Skye Flowers Luxury Floral Design.Skye shares openly about her struggle with sobriety and how an intervention from family and friends got her into rehab. From rock bottom she rose to build a thriving business with two Ontario locations, all while raising three kids and maintaining a solid partnership with her husband of over two decades.Now, many years later, Skye wants to ditch the shame associated with sobriety and motherhood and support women...
2025-02-1356 minThe Dark RoomEp. 37: Up Close With Visually Impaired Writer, Marc MuszynskiAlex and Lee sit down for a chat with visually impaired writer, Marc Muszynski, who has worked on shows such as “Dexter” and “Polly Pocket”. Marc chronicles his journey with visual impairment and talks about his experience in the writers' room. Check out the Honest trailer for “Frozen” here:https://youtu.be/Zb5IH57SorQ?si=llA9Qhz6hGn_PCFHIf you would like to reach us, feel free to e-mail us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.com and be sure to follow us on Instagram and subscribe on YouTube to @darkroomfilmcast.Check out the Blind Ca...
2025-01-3153 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS3 E18: This week on the DL: Can you Co-Parent with a Toxic Ex?Send us Fan MailThis week the A team sit down with the brilliant legal mind behind instagram sensation @LegallyNikNikki, a single mom and solicitor in the UK, has committed her career to advocating for those exiting toxic marriages and supporting their efforts both in court and beyond.Today Amanda and Alex get to the heart of a question they are asked constantly: can you really ever co-parent successfully with a toxic ex? Tune in to find out what Nik has to say, as well as her tips on parallel p...
2025-01-3039 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS3 E17: This week on the DL: Stepping into Your Power as You AgeSend us Fan MailPrepare yourself for the most beautiful and nurturing conversation of 2025. The A team is delighted to be chatting with their soul sisters, Helen Tansey and Mt Meikle of the Helen and Mt Podcast. Helen, a portrait photographer and mastermind behind her company Sundari Photography, and Mt, a fashion stylist and founder of La Closette are on a mission to change the narrative around aging.Empowered by their professional experience of making women look and feel their best, they took to the microphone to share their own personal...
2025-01-2337 minThe Dark RoomEp. 36: Alex And Lee’s Top 10 Films Of 2024Alex and Lee present their top 10 films of 2024.We want to take a moment to acknowledge the devastation and losses people are experiencing during the ongoing Los Angeles wildfires. our hearts are with the city of Los Angeles and everyone affected by this natural disaster. For anyone looking for fire recovery resources, please visit:http://recovery.lacounty.gov/resources If you would like to reach out to us, please e-mail darkroomfilmcast@gmail.com and be sure to follow us on Instagram and subscribe on YouTube at @darkroomfilmcast Check out Lee’s award-winning sh...
2025-01-1755 min
The Dark RoomEp. 35: Alex And Lee’s Most Anticipated Films Of 2025Happy New Year! As we look ahead to 2025, Alex and Lee share their most anticipated films of the year and some fun life updates.If you have any questions or comments, please e-mail us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.com. Also, be sure to follow us on Instagram and YouTube at @darkroomfilmcast. Lee’s award-winning short film, Audio Description: https://youtu.be/NdHN94XRrf0?si=MXlKjcsnPkrjUyc3Check out the Blind Can Film Festival hosted by our sponsor, Ben Fox:https://www.blindcan.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on...
2025-01-0250 minThe Dark RoomEp. 34: Up Close with Rhys Lloyd on Olympics and SNL Live ADAlex and Lee sit down with Rhys Lloyd, the Studio Head of Descriptive Video Works to discuss everything that goes into creating live audio description for the 2024 Summer Olympics, Paralympics, and Saturday Night Live, which has AD for the full season for the very first time!Contact Rhys Lloyd: rhys@dvworks.comContact Descriptive Video Works: info@dvworks.comEmail us with questions, feedback or show ideas! darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for the Blind's Website! Find transcripts of our episodes...
2024-12-0539 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS3 E11: This week on the DL: Intimate Betrayal: Surviving InfidelitySend us Fan MailOn today's episode, Amanda and Alex sit down with psychotherapist Lauren Larusso, and get into the nuance of an affair. After having her world blown apart by her husband's extramarital affair, Lauren found her practice gravitating towards helping others experiencing the same type of betrayal. Lauren has gone on to build an Instagram community of over 115k followers, in addition to helping others through her therapy practice and the many courses she offers.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do...
2024-11-2743 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS3 E10: This week on the DL: Vitamin GEESend us Fan MailA leading beauty expert, an entrepreneur, podcast host and a spiritual goddess, Amanda and Alex sit down with Stephanie Gee of Gee Beauty to discuss the do's and don't's of skin care, what true self care looks like, and how to handle the tween demands for bougie products.Steph shares her own skin care journey, and her struggles and insecurities reminding us that celebs are regular people just like us.Curious about what the inside of a family business looks like? Want to know where to splurge on products...
2024-11-2141 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS3 E9: This week on the DL: The Hollywood DivorceSend us Fan MailPop the corn and pour yourself a drink because the A team is headed to Hollywood this week!Alex and Amanda are joined by E News personality, Adam Havener. You may remember him from such shows as The Hollywood Reporter, American Music Awards, and Billboard. This week, he spills all the tea on what the heck is going on with celeb divorces! Pull up a chair, you don't want to miss this one. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do...
2024-11-1437 min
The Dark RoomEp. 32: Behind the AD: Star Wars - The MandalorianAlex and Lee sit down with the team behind the world-class audio description of The Mandalorian (and the rest of the Mando-verse), which includes AD writer Justin Sohl and narrator Nicol Zanzarella. The Mandalorian and the rest of the Mando-verse is now streaming on Disney+. Huge thanks to Justin, Nicol, Disney, Deluxe, and LucasFilm!Find Nicol at: http://www.nicolzanzarella.com/If you have any questions or comments, feel free to email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for the Blind's Website!
2024-11-0750 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS3 E7: This week on the DL: Divorce Horror StoriesSend us Fan MailHappy Halloween from the A team! Leaning into this spooky day, enjoy some real life scary stories about divorces gone terribly wrong!From newsworthy tales to Alex's own real life divorce story, you'll want to grab a drink from the cauldron and turn the volume up.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and...
2024-10-3124 min
The Dark RoomEp. 31: Spider-Man Movie RankingsIn honor of Venom: The Last Dance's release, Alex and Lee debate the best and worst of the 9 Spider-Man Films!Email us and let us know what you think of the Spider-Man films!If you have any questions or comments, feel free to email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for the Blind's Website!Find transcripts of our episodes on our hosting site, Buzzsprout!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!Support us on Patreon!Follow us on Instagram!Find us on...
2024-10-2554 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS3 E6: This week on the DL: Erasing FamilySend us Fan MailAs mediators, Amanda and Alex know that there are two sides to every story, and that is why they are delighted to chat with Ginger Gentile this week!Ginger is a documentary filmmaker who experienced the difficulties of the family court system first hand. Her documentary, Erasing Family, sheds a light on Parental Alienation, often used a means of abuse in our courts, and shows the other side of the court battle: the side where the kids lose out. The film, however, is one of hope, where children are r...
2024-10-2432 min
The Dark RoomEp. 30: Halloween Horror With Aaron Sauerland And Dustin LittleAlex and Lee welcome filmmakers , Aaron Sauerland and Dustin Little, to the show to discuss their upcoming short film “In Case Of Fear”. We also recap our favorite horror films of 2024 so far. If you would like to partner with Aaron and Dustin on “In Case Of Fear” which will have audio description, you can contribute to their campaign here:http://www.seedandspark.com/fund/InCaseOfFear#storyAlso, be sure to follow them on Instagram here:In Case Of Fear: @InCaseOfFear Aaron Sauerland: @AaronSauer...
2024-10-0459 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS3 E2: This week on the DL: The Foreign Affair pt. 2 of 2Send us Fan MailHow wild is Monica's story? If you missed last episode, pause now and go back - for this two part-er, you need to hear the story from the beginning!Amanda and Alex welcome back Monica Neish of Neish Hair, for part two of her incredible life's story. From model to mother, Monica share's how scary it was to find out that the father of her children was not the man she thought he was. So stop what you're doing and listen, you do not want to miss th...
2024-09-2643 min
Dirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS3 E1: This week on the DL: The Foreign Affair pt. 1 of 2Send us Fan MailWelcome back! It's season three and have we got a story for you!On the first episode of the much anticipated third season, Amanda and Alex welcome Monica Neish of Neish Hair, a stylist and hair extension master! Monica has travelled the world to hone her craft, and in those travels, found herself pregnant in a foreign country engaged to a man who was more than what met the eye. Tune in for a whirlwind story of love, fear, passion, strength and above all, what it means to be...
2024-09-1929 min
The Dark RoomEp. 29: Up Close with Ross Minor, Blind Accessibility ConsultantFor this episode, Alex and Lee take a detour from the film world to discuss the video game landscape with Ross Minor, a blind accessibility consultant. Ross has played a huge role in advancing accessibility for video games within the blind and low vision communities and he discusses his experiences with us.TRIGGER WARNING: There are discussions of murder, suicide, and domestic abuse early in the episode. Please skip to 5:28 to avoid these subjects if you wish.Thumbnail Image Description: The words "The Dark Room" in the classic yellow and blue Pokemon Font over the...
2024-09-1253 minThe Dark RoomEp. 28: Up Close with Tristan Snyder, Blind Audio Describer And Sound EngineerAlex and Lee chat with Tristan Snyder, blind audio describer and sound engineer. In our discussion, Tristan talks about his journey into the world of audio description and sound engineering and the way he navigates this being blind.Tristan’s website:https://ear2earsound.com Find video versions of Tristan’s audiobooks here:https://dcmp.org Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for the Blind's Website!Find transcripts of our episodes on our hosting site, Buzzsprout!S...
2024-07-2352 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E42: This week on the DL: The RecapSend us Fan MailAs the A team says goodbye to Season Two and hello to a much needed summer vacation, the hosts reminisce about their favourite episodes.If you're interested in listening to those episodes mentioned in full:Ash/The Gamer Educator: S2 E1Should I Stay or Go: S2 E9Dame Jasvinder Sanghera: S2 E8Dogs and Divorce: S2 E15Blended/Step Families: S2 E21 & S2 E37Narcissism: S2 E30Religion and Divorce: S2 E19 & S2 E34Addiction and Therapy: S2 E35 & S2 E39 & S2...
2024-07-1139 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E41: This week on the DL: The Secret to Fighting BetterSend us Fan MailWe all know that in relationships, there will be conflict - you will inevitably end up fighting...but there is productive fighting, and destructive fighting.Today's guest, Cinnie Noble, is the conflict resolution guru and she not only teaches clients how to deal with conflict better, but she was also Alex's teacher!If you want to learn now to listen better, manage your emotions in conflict, stay open minded and manage any and all conflict in your relationships - personal or romantic - this is the episode for you!
2024-07-0457 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E40: This week on the DL: Does Couples Counselling Actually Work?Send us Fan MailOoooh this is a good one! As a pair that believe(d?) in therapy, couples' and otherwise, Amanda and Alex got into the nitty gritty on its efficacy with Therapist Dawn Wiggins this week.Dawn talks to the ladies about EMDR, tapping, homeopathy and more, all of which can support talk therapy. A multi-disciplinary approach is what Dawn specializes in, and the tips and info she shares on this episode are invaluable!Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do...
2024-06-271h 02Dirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E39: This week on the DL: Addiction and Where to Turn for HelpSend us Fan MailAddiction affects more than just the person with the affliction, and that's why this week on the DL Alex chats with Michelle from JACS Toronto, an organization determined to provide barrier-free access to addiction support.JACS is a non-profit organization offering education, group therapy as well as individual therapy - all at no or low cost and are supported by donations. The pay-what-you-can model means they can help more people struggling with addiction, and the families, parents, schools, and communities that are impacted.Anything from teens addicted to technology, v...
2024-06-2055 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E38: This week on the DL: Organization as Self CareSend us Fan MailThis week's episode is all about "out with the old, in with the new" with organizational experts Danielle and Amalia from Perfectly Put. Divorce is a time of transition, often resulting in inadvertent purging when simply dividing household contents with your ex, but the experts believe that we should lean into to the purge and embrace new found organization!Amanda and Alex wonder, is home organization the newest form of self-care? An organized home as an organized mind? Tell us what you think!Disclaimer: The views and o...
2024-06-1355 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E35: This week on the DL: Sex, Porn, Therapy - the Male PerspectiveSend us Fan MailThis week Amanda and Alex sit down with Eric Pierni, Psychotherapist and Founder of Men Therapy Toronto, an exclusive therapy clinic for men. Eric found a need in the market for a clinic with men's mental health at the forefront. Eric's clinic offers individual therapy as well as group work, and specializes in sex and porn addiction.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to pr...
2024-05-2347 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E34: This week on the DL: the Gay Husband, the New Husband, and the Mormon WifeSend us Fan MailBuckle up listeners, the DL team has an episode for you!This week, Alex and Amanda are honoured to sit down with Jessica Frew, host of The Husband in Law podcast, which she records with her ex husband and second husband. Jessica shares her divorce journey, what it is like co-parenting after her husband came out, getting remarried and battling all that stigma while a member of the Mormon (LDS) Church. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own an...
2024-05-1654 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E32: This week on the DL: Amanda versus the MatchmakerSend us Fan MailA DL first! Amanda Silver takes on the guest solo. While Alex was taken out by the norovirus, Amanda was given carte blanche to interview Shanny, matchmaker extraordinaire! And boy did she deliver!Enjoy this episode where Shanny gives us the scoop on all things dating after divorce and all the hot tips you need to know to get back on the dating horse! Guess what, dating apps are not for everyone and thankfully, you have other options.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are t...
2024-05-0242 min
The Dark RoomEp. 27: A Movie Trailer discussion with Kensuke NakamuraLee and Alex discuss the accessibility and history of movie trailers with special guest Kensuke Nakamura. He discusses his process when making audio described trailers. NOTE: This episode resulted in the Alien Romulus trailer getting described by Kensuke, you can find it, along with his other trailers. at the link below. Kensuke's Audio Described trailers: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?app=desktop&list=PLKtLt6a4OKA-xipFD_DRi_02-iF00F70d&si=qKBI3LBSlGhisv7QQuestions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for...
2024-04-1956 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E29: This week on the DL: Kids and TransitionsSend us Fan MailAlex and Amanda sit down this week to discuss all things transitions. We see it every day, not just in divorce, but the real question is how can we help our kids with these transitions?Transitions for kids can look like: going to a new school, a new home, maybe even a new neighbourhood. It could also look like going to summer camp for the first time, to a first sleepover, taking transit or walking to and from school alone. Transitions for children of divorce, however, can look different: i...
2024-04-1131 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E28: This week on the DL: Who Even Are Alex & Amanda?Send us Fan MailThis week's episode is all about Amanda and Alex; who they are, why they got into this biz in the first place (I mean let's be honest, no child thinks "when I grow up I want to help people divorce!"), how they operate their practice, and, best of all, how they work together!Also, they are officially changing their job titles from Divorce Mediators to Divorce Planners ;)If you've been considering working with either of the hosts, you may want to consider working with both!...
2024-04-0445 minThe Dark RoomEp. 26: 2024 Oscars Reaction And Dune: Part 2 ReviewAlex and Lee give their reactions to the 2024 Oscars ceremony and winners and review DUNE: PART 2.Please follow us on Instagram and YouTube at @darkroomfilmcast and if you have any questions or comments, we would love to hear from you! You can email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.com.Check out the Blind Can Film Festival hosted by our sponsor, Ben Fox:https://www.blindcan.comFind transcripts of our episodes on our hosting site, Buzzsprout!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!Support us on Patreon!Follow us on Instagram!...
2024-04-0355 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E27: This week on the DL: Breaking Free with Shannon TalbotSend us Fan MailThis week Amanda and Alex sit down with Author, Speaker and Life Coach, Shannon Talbot. Currently promoting her book, Breaking Free: Stop Holding Back, Start Being You, Shannon shares stories about her own struggles starting a family, balancing work and life and ultimately quitting her career in finance in order to follow her passions.Her book is incredibly user friendly, pairing anecdotes with worksheets, so you can get immediate answers and support for all your major questions!Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their...
2024-03-2847 minThe Dark RoomEp. 25: Most Anticipated Films Of 2024Now that the Oscars are over, Alex and Lee look ahead to the rest of the year and discuss their most anticipated films for the remainder of 2024. *** Please note: this episode was recorded prior to the release of “Dune: Part 2”.Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for the Blind's Website!Find transcripts of our episodes on our hosting site, Buzzsprout!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!Support us on Patreon!Follow us on Instagram!Find us on Faceb...
2024-03-1442 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E24: This week on the DL: What is Coercive Control?Send us Fan MailThis week the team is bringing you a heavy, but incredibly important, episode: Coercive Control with Behavioural Scientist, expert Trish Guise.Trish arms listeners with what red flags we should be looking out for early in relationships, as well as how this type of abuse can present both in your marriage and in your divorce. Amanda and Alex ask the hard hitting questions on everyone's mind: how does this type of abuse affect the kids?Please note that references are made to Jane's law in the conversation...
2024-03-071h 00
The Dark RoomEp. 24: The Accessible World Of Disney - Part 2: Animated FilmsAlex and Lee continue their celebration of the accessible world of Disney with part 2 focusing on Disney animated films. They review the latest Disney animated feature “Wish” and share their favorite animated movies from the Disney cannon.Image Description: The words "The Dark Room" are in the classic 90s Disney Home Video white Font sitting over the iconic light blue Disney Castle. The word "podcast" is sitting under the castle in a light blue font. The entire image sits on a stark blue background.Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Desc...
2024-02-2949 min
The Dark Room2024 Oscars Audio Description Round TableWatch the video version of this episode here!Alex and Lee are pleased to present this special panel presentation, featuring audio description writers and narrators who worked on 7 of the 10 Oscar-nominated Best Picture films. In their conversation, they celebrate the works of these wonderful individuals who made these films accessible and highlight specific audio description aspects of each project. The panel features Matthew Christoffersen ("American Fiction"), Tristan Snyder ("Anatomy of a Fall"), Stoney Emshwiller ("Barbie" & "The Zone of Interest"), Liz Gutman ("Maestro" & "May December"), Christina Stevens ("American Fiction" & "Oppenheimer"), and Samantha Manahan ("Poor Things")....
2024-02-161h 12
The Dark RoomEp. 23: The Blind Sundance ExperienceAlex and Lee are joined by returning guest Jamie Gagnon to discuss Alex and Jamie's trip to Sundance 2024, the slate of films they saw, and the overall festival's accessibility.Watch the Thelma Post-Screening Q&A! (minor spoilers)Watch Jamie's newest horror shorts here!Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for the Blind's Website!Find transcripts of our episodes on our hosting site, Buzzsprout!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!Support us on Patreon!Follow us on Instagram!
2024-02-0848 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E20: This week on the DL: Are we Still Defaulting to 50/50 Parenting Time?Send us Fan MailThis week's episode is a bit controversial as we are seeing the family courts shifting from a 50/50 parenting default to looking at what is truly in the best interest of the children.As mediators, Alex and Amanda are always putting the interest of the child at the forefront, and really, working for the family unit as a whole... but can the same thing be said about the courts?Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of...
2024-02-0839 min
The Dark RoomEp. 22: 2023- A Year in ReviewAlex and Lee reflect on the films of 2023. They reveal their favorite audio description tracks and movies of the year!Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for the Blind's Website!Find transcripts of our episodes on our hosting site, Buzzsprout!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!Support us on Patreon!Follow us on Instagram!Find us on Support the showSupport the show
2024-01-3055 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E18: This week on the DL: Why does Marriage Benefit Men and Exhaust Women?Send us Fan MailBuckle up DL listeners, this is a goody! The A team sits down with Kate Anthony to discuss the PATRIARCHY (aka Alex's favourite topic)! More specifically, how marriage really only functions on the back of women.Kate's new book: The D Word, is the quintessential survival guide to educate, empower, and encourage women who are struggling to decide if they should stay in or leave their marriages. Did you know we are on YouTube? If you prefer to enjoy our content that way, don't forget to like...
2024-01-2549 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E15: This week on the DL: Who Gets the Dog in the Divorce?Send us Fan MailCalling all dog lovers! Even if you're not getting a divorce, we guarantee you'll learn something from this episode.This week Alex and Amanda sit down with the brilliant and compassionate Karis Nafte of Who Keeps the Dog. Karis is a certified pet mediator who got her start in the animal world as a certified dog behavioural expert and is therefore able to advise her clients on the best strategies during divorce for their four legged family members.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are t...
2023-12-2147 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E13: This week on the DL: Surviving the HolidaysSend us Fan MailThe A Team is back with an intimate and informative conversation around how best to survive the "most wonderful time of the year". Alex and Amanda know that it is not always a happy time, especially for those newly single and navigating the holidays on their own, so tune in for tips and tricks for both the emotional side of things, as well as the logistical side.And remember, if you need a little help, you can always reach out to the gals on Instagram or via email.
2023-12-0742 minThe Dark RoomEp. 21: Up Close with Ashley Eakin, Disabled Director/WriterAlex and Lee chat with Ashley Eakin, a disabled director and writer, who has worked on projects for Netflix, Disney+, and Apple TV+. Ashley recounts her journey into Hollywood, and what navigating her disability has looked like, as well as how her experiences have influenced her storytelling. She also discusses her experiences utilizing audio description on her projects. Ashley's Instagram: @asheakinForgive Us Our Trespasses: https://www.netflix.com/title/81320168Audio Description Project: https://adp.acb.org/ Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comFind transcripts of our episodes on our hosting s...
2023-11-3050 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2. Ep.12: This week on the DL: Real Life Spotlight: Jodi McBurneySend us Fan MailWe have a friend in the house! This week the gals sit down with Alex's longtime friend and colleague, Jodi McBurney, who spills all the tea on her divorce and life after the fact.Jodi shares incredible advice, as well as some of the hardships she had to endure when exiting her marriage - being the first "failed" relationship in her friend group, battling outside stigma, and never becoming a mom are just some of the topics we get into. Grab your favourite beverage and come along for the...
2023-11-3054 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 Ep11: This week on the DL: Real Life Spotlight: Andrea RappaportSend us Fan MailDL listeners are in for a treat when fellow podcaster, comedienne, and all-round badass, Andrea Rappaport visits the DL.Co-host of the incredibly popular How-Not-To-Suck-At-Divorce podcast, Andrea gets personal with Amanda and Alex as she shares her journey through divorce.You'll laugh, you'll cry - heck it's divorce! Also, learn about Andrea's upcoming collab with Breethe App and how it can support you through your own divorce.Enjoy this week's episode and don't forget to email us for more info about the DL C...
2023-11-2353 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E10: This week on the DL: Real Life Spotlight: Children of DivorceSend us Fan MailGuess who's back! This week Alex and Amanda chat with their colleagues, Helen Yack and Gabbi Silverberg from RiseUp Counselling! All four women speak candidly about their personal experiences with Divorce and the impacts on the next gen - spoiler, your kids will be fine!Helen and Gabbi take us inside the minds of children whose parents are going through divorce; how they make sense of their situations, and some dos and don’ts for parents during this time. Whether you’re a parent, step-parent, or were a chil...
2023-11-161h 00The Dark RoomEp. 20: Up Close with Michele Spitz, Audio Description Grant Provider And NarratorLee and Alex chat with Michele Spitz, a speaker, philanthropist, audio, describer, and grant provider for filmmakers. In this episode, Michele discusses her journey into the audio description world, and the way she has been able to advance accessibility for blind and low vision viewers.Michele Spitz's Woman of Her Word website: https://www.womanofherword.com/Support the show
2023-11-1545 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E9: This week on the DL: Should I Stay or Should I Go?Send us Fan MailThis week Alex and Amanda chat amongst themselves on the real-life (and often debilitating) question so many ask themselves: Do I Stay or Do I go? Everyone in a relationship at some point as has asked themselves this question, and this week the gals sit down and answer listener questions around this theme.Given the popularity around this topic, and the general difficulty of relationships, the A team has decided to launch a private group to discuss this very question! Stay tuned for more info around our support group!
2023-11-0947 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E8: This week on the DL: Forced Marriage and Honour KillingsSend us Fan MailIt was a tremendous privilege to sit down with best selling British author, activist and public speaker Dr. Jasvinder Sanghera. Jasvinder escaped from a forced marriage and has spent the better part of her life helping others escape, and fighting honour based violence and forced marriage.It is a powerful conversation about her own personal journey, as well as the impact Jasvinder has made on British law, in schools and with law enforcement to break the cycle of turning a blind eye to abuse in the name of “culture”.Aman...
2023-11-021h 12
The Dark RoomEp. 19: Halloween Horror With Rein Brooks, Audio Description WriterHappy Halloween! To celebrate spooky season, Alex and Lee chat with Rein Brooks, audio description writer for “Birth/Rebirth”, “The Royal Hotel”, and other films. We discuss your favorite horror films and the unique challenges of writing audio description for the horror genre.Note: When Rein discusses The Walking Dead description he is referring to a sample he did, not the actual description.Audio Description Project: https://adp.acb.org/ Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comFind transcripts of our episodes on our hosting site, Buzzsprout!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!Supp...
2023-10-3158 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E7: This week on the DL: What the heck is a Section 30?Send us Fan MailBuckle up! This week Alex and Amanda sit down with Joanna Seidel of Toronto Family Therapy.If you are curious about what services and processes are involved when dealing with various court assessments for children, (like Section 30's, Voice of Child, Children's Aid involvement or Supervised Access), then you do not want to miss this incredibly important conversation.Joanna brings years of experience and education and is one of the top professionals in her field!Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their...
2023-10-2644 min
The Dark RoomEp. 18: The Blind Film Festival Experience - Pt. 2In this part 2 episode, Alex continues recounting his experience at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and discusses the ways the film festival was accessible as well as areas where there is room for growth.Audio Description Project: https://adp.acb.org/ Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comFind transcripts of our episodes on our hosting site, Buzzsprout!Support us on Patreon!Follow us on Instagram! @darkroomfilmcastFind us on Facebook!Support the show
2023-10-2522 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E6: This week on the DL: WTF DivorceSend us Fan MailThis week Rob Roseman from WTF Divorce sits down with Alex and Amanda to share about his personal journey through divorce and how that led him to create a podcast, as well as an online community.Through his social media platform @wtfdivorce he is a beacon for those struggling with divorce, and in need of a good laugh. Sharing jokes and stories, Rob is on a mission (much like the DL) to normalize divorce!Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do n...
2023-10-1942 min
In Therapy with Alex HowardQ&A with Alex and Paul | Life After LossJoin Alex and Paul for an insightful Q&A session as they delve deep into Paul's remarkable therapy journey and the transformative impact it has had on his life. In this candid conversation, they address questions from you, the audience, shedding light on Paul's personal experiences, offering valuable advice for those who've encountered life-changing events, and exploring the profound moments that have shaped Paul's life through this transformative process. Paul's Just Giving page: https://rb.gy/fb2cw Awakening Program: https://www.alexhoward.com/awakening Mentorship Program: https://www.alexhoward.com/mentorship-program
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The Dark RoomEp. 17: The Blind Film Festival Experience - Pt. 1Alex had the amazing opportunity to attend the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and he is back to discuss his experience on this episode. In part one, Alex shares his thoughts on the movies he saw at TIFF and which ones he anticipates being part of the awards season conversations.Audio Description Project: https://adp.acb.org/ Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comFind transcripts of our episodes on our hosting site, Buzzsprout!Support us on Patreon!Follow us on Instagram! @darkroomfilmcastFind us on Facebook!Support the show
2023-10-1725 minIn Therapy with Alex HowardPart 1: Grief | Life After LossIn Part 1, we meet Paul, a 60-year-old father who lost his daughter to suicide just six months ago. Paul has locked all of his emotions in a box since he lost his mum at age three, and that this recent deeply traumatic event has caused the box to explode open, leaving him in a state of complete emotional overwhelm. In his first session with Alex, we learn that Paul is ready to confront the dark places he's spent his life trying to escape and meet his pain head on.
2023-10-1323 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS2 E5: This week on the DL: The High Conflict DivorceSend us Fan MailYou asked for it and the A team is here to deliver! Is it possible to mediate a high conflict divorce? Tune in this week as Alex and Amanda sit down with the 'Godfather of High Conflict Divorces', Howard Hurwitz , to find out.If you are battling with an ex and wondering if court is your only option, than this is the episode is for you. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of th...
2023-10-0547 min
The Dark RoomEp. 16: Christopher Nolan Films Ranked Pt. 2 Featuring John StarkAlex and Lee welcome back friend and blind movie critic John Stark on the show to rank Christopher Nolan's entire filmography so far. In this second part, we review and rank Nolan's second six films from Inception through Oppenheimer.For a video version of this episode check out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwfrdRkUMGDNwgLAI_YpxSgJohn Stark's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/macthemovieguyAudio Description Project: https://adp.acb.org/ Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comFind transcripts of our episodes on our hosting site, Buzzsprout!
2023-09-0752 min
The Dark RoomEp. 15: Christopher Nolan Films Ranked Pt. 1 (feat. John Stark)Alex and Lee welcome friend and blind movie critic John Stark on the show to rank Christopher Nolan's entire filmography so far. In this first part, we review and rank Nolan's first six films chronologically, Insomnia through The Dark Knight. For a video version of this episode check out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwfrdRkUMGDNwgLAI_YpxSgJohn Stark's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/macthemovieguyAudio Description Project: https://adp.acb.org/ Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comFind transcripts of our episodes on our hosting site, Buzzsprout!
2023-08-2445 min
The Dark RoomEp. 14: Up Close With Kurt Yeager, Disabled Film/TV ActorAlex and Lee chat with Kurt Yeager, a disabled actor whose credits include “Sons Of Anarchy”, “NCIS”, and “The Beanie Bubble”. in our conversation, Kurt discusses the accident that caused his disability, his philosophy on representation and navigating Hollywood, and the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes. If you would like to help the industry professionals currently out of work, you can donate to the Entertainment Community Fund at https://entertainment community.orgQuestions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for the Blind's Website!Find transcripts...
2023-08-1758 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS1 E22: This week on the DL: Money and Divorce with Eva SachsSend us Fan MailJoin Amanda as Alex as they welcome to the conversation Eva Sachs, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst.If you are curious about what is going to happen to your money, your home, your investments and your debts when you separate, than this is the episode for you!Eva breaks down the complex financial components of a divorce into manageable chunks to leave you feeling informed and confident!Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views...
2023-07-2744 minThe Dark RoomEp. 13: Up Close With Liz Gutman, Audio Description Content CreatorJoin Lee and Alex for a conversation with Liz Gutman, an audio description content creator. In this episode, Liz discusses her process of writing audio description, what inspired her to get into this field, and more.Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for the Blind's Website!Find transcripts of our episodes on our hosting site, Buzzsprout!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!Support us on Patreon!Follow us on Instagram!Find us on Facebook!Support the show
2023-07-2638 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS1 E20: This week on the DL: Divorce 101 with the Partners of INB Family LawSend us Fan MailFor the first time on Dirty Laundry we have three guests in studio! Join Amanda and Alex as they get all the do's and don’ts of going through a divorce from the three brilliant minds that make up INB Family Law Firm. From hiring a lawyer, to setting initial goals to collaborative law, if you have questions about embarking on the legal journey, this episode is for you!Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the...
2023-07-1350 minThe Dark RoomEp. 12: Best Of 2023 So FarAlex and Lee discuss their favorite films, audio description tracks, and performances of 2023 so far.Support the show
2023-07-1237 min
The Dark RoomEp. 11: The Blind 'At-Home' Movie ExperienceLee and Alex talk about the positives and negatives of at-home movie and TV viewing from a legally blind perspective. We discuss the accessibility of the major streaming services, devices, and physical media.Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for the Blind's Website!Find transcripts of our episodes on our hosting site, Buzzsprout!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!Support us on Patreon!Follow us on Instagram!Find us on Facebook!Support the show
2023-06-3046 min
The Dark RoomEp. 10: The Accessible World Of Disney - Part 1: Live ActionAlex and Lee celebrate Disney accessibility with a focus on live-action films. They review the recent adaptation of “The Little Mermaid”, rank the live-action remakes, and share some favorite nostalgic classics.Image Description: The words "The Dark Room" are in the classic 90s Disney Home Video white Font sitting over the iconic light blue Disney Castle. The word "podcast" is sitting under the castle in a light blue font. The entire image sits on a stark blue background.Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the...
2023-06-1447 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS1 E15: This week on the DL: Divorce meets Real Estate with Darren SlavensSend us Fan MailThe A team is joined this week by real estate maverick, Darren Slavens of Slavens and Associates Real Estate Inc. Brokerage.Curious about the market? The best time to sell? Do your letters really make a difference to the seller? Join Amanda and Alex as they get all the answers to your real estate questions!Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim t...
2023-06-0830 minThe Dark RoomEp 9: Teaching Accessibility at DePaul UniversityLee and Alex are guest speakers at an "Accessibility in Cinema" class at DePaul University. Listen in!Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for the Blind's Website!Find transcripts of our episodes on our hosting site, Buzzsprout!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!Support us on Patreon!Follow us on Instagram!Find us on Facebook!Support the showSupport the show
2023-05-311h 01Dirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS1 E13: This week on the DL: Child Support 101 with A&ASend us Fan MailWant to know the ins and outs of child support obligations post divorce? Than this episode is for you! Amanda and Alex bust myths to break down the truths behind child support, where there is wiggle room and how it differs from spousal support.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.
2023-05-2530 min
The Dark RoomEp. 8: Up Close With Jamie Gagnon, Filmmaker & Script Coordinator on 9-1-1Alex and Lee welcome special guest, Jamie Gagnon, Script Coordinator for the television series, 9-1-1. In our conversation, Jamie discusses his short films, making audio description tracks for them, and the current Writers Guild of America Strike. Jamie's Accessible Shorts Playlist on Vimeo & YouTube!Jamie's AD short, Ax-essibility.A great WGA Strike explainer by Dan Murrell (tell him The Dark Room sent you).Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for the Blind's Website!Find transcripts of our episodes o...
2023-05-1745 min
The Dark RoomEp. 7: Movie Sin ListAlex and Lee discuss their movie sin lists: the classic films they have never seen and recount their most memorable movie-going experiences.Alex's Article about the AFI List: https://www.allsensesgo.com/classic-cinema/Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for the Blind's Website!Find transcripts of our episodes on our hosting site, Buzzsprout!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!Support us on Patreon!Follow us on Instagram!Find us on Facebook!Support the show
2023-05-0549 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS1 E9: This week on the DL: Infidelity Part 1: Hiring a Private InvestigatorSend us Fan MailThis week the A Team talk to Private Investigator Whitney Joy Smith, founder and lead investigator of Smith Investigation Agency.If you are concerned about your partner stepping out or sneaking around and need answers, Whitney and her team of sleuths are at your service! Listen along as Amanda and Alex ask Whitney all the burning questions, and demystify the world of P.I.'s, you don't want to miss it!Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect...
2023-04-2733 minThe Dark RoomEp. 6: The Blind Theatrical ExperienceLee and Alex discuss what it's like going to the movie theater as a legally blind patron. What we like, using audio description devices and how it can be improved. Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for the Blind's Website!Find transcripts of our episodes on our hosting site, Buzzsprout!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!Support us on Patreon!Follow us on Instagram!Find us on Facebook!Support the show
2023-04-2042 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS1 E8: This week on the DL: The Break-UpSend us Fan MailJoin hosts Amanda and Alex as they discuss the varying degrees of stigma for different types of breakups.Also - do we leave relationships too soon? Or do we stay for too long? When is it time to reach out and ask for help?Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different...
2023-04-2034 min
The Dark RoomEp. 5: Most Anticipated Films of 2023Lee and Alex discuss their most anticipated films for the rest of 2023 and their brief thoughts on John Wick Chapter 4.Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for the Blind's Website!Find transcripts of our episodes on our hosting site, Buzzsprout!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!Support us on Patreon!Follow us on Instagram!Find us on Facebook!Support the show
2023-04-0656 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS1 E6: This week on the DL: Living Together After SeparationSend us Fan MailThis week Amanda and Alex are talking about the trials and tribulations around living together after one or both parties have made the difficult decision to end the marriage. Listen to stories about what can go wrong, and also how you can set yourself up for success with an interim plan and strong boundaries.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a p...
2023-04-0639 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS1 E5: This week on the DL: 7 Stages of Divorce with Coach Cindy StibbardSend us Fan MailThis week on the DL Amanda and Alex chat with divorce coach Cindy Stibbard. Based in Vancouver BC, Cindy catapulted herself into the divorce world after going through her own divorce and now supports others on the same journey through her coaching practice.If you want more of Cindy, you can find her on Instagram @divorceredefined, or connect with her at www.cindystibbardcoaching.com.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or...
2023-03-3042 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS1 E4: This week on the DL: Dating After DivorceSend us Fan MailJoin Alex and Amanda as they get into the weeds about dating apps, hilarious first date anecdotes and the realities of dating after divorce.Plus, producer Mela weighs in on her experience with the dating scene (since Alex hasn't dated in 16 years...)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.Got...
2023-03-2336 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS1 E3: This week on the DL: Separated...now what? (Part 2: The MOU)Send us Fan MailThis week on the DL Amanda and Alex finish walking you through the components of your separation agreement: parenting plan, child support, spousal support and oh so much more!Also, they answer the burning question: what the difference is between a separation agreement and an MOU (memorandum of understanding)?Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and e...
2023-03-1632 minDirty Laundry: The Divorce PodcastS1 E2: This week on the DL: Separated... now what?Send us Fan MailThis week on the DL Amanda and Alex walk you through the process, think: Mediation 101Tune in for info about separation agreements, litigation vs mediation, having difficult conversations, and how we handle emotions. Also, are you wondering, "do I need a lawyer AND a mediator?", listen to find out.But wait! It is too much info for just one episode - tune in next week for even more information about the separation and divorce process.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest a...
2023-03-0938 minThe Dark RoomEp. 3: 2023 Oscar PredictionsAlex and Lee discuss several topics related to the Oscars and give their Oscar predictions.Questions? Email us at darkroomfilmcast@gmail.comSearch for Audio Description availability for any title on the American Council for the Blind's Website!Find transcripts of our episodes on our hosting site, Buzzsprout!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!Support us on Patreon!Follow us on Instagram!Find us on Facebook!Support the show
2023-03-0359 min