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Our Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS3E11 Literary traveller Constance Ray (Lewis, Cruden Bay, Slains Castle and Bram Stoker's Dracula, Edinburgh's literary connections)My name is Alison Fraser and I love all things Scotland, the people, the food, the music and the places and my guests are people just like me.
In this episode I’m joined by literary travel writer Constance Ray.
Constance is from the US but is living in Germany. She did undergraduate studies in English literature and had the opportunity to study in London for a semester.
She’s currently based in Europe where she started her literary travel blog. She says she belie...
2024-12-0944 minOur Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS3E10 Chemistry professor and musician Colin Campbell (Surgeon's Hall, Loch Rannoch, Wemyss Bay, Isle of Bute, Arisaig, Skye, Harris)Welcome to Our Scotland, the podcast where we take 24 hours in Scotland, add in teleportation, time travel and anything else we please to conjure up the day of our dreams.
My name is Alison Fraser and in this episode I’m joined by Professor Colin Campbell. Colin is a professor at the University of Edinburgh where he is head of organic chemistry in the School of Chemistry.
Colin is also a musician currently producing an album inspired by one of his favourite places in Scotland, which you will hear more...
2024-12-0259 minOur Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS3E9 Exploring the rich history of The Machars - bookshop owner Jayne Baldwin on Wigtown and its surroundsWelcome to Our Scotland, the podcast where we take 24 hours in Scotland, add in teleportation, time travel and anything else we please to conjure up the day of our dreams.
My name is Alison Fraser and in this episode I’m joined by Jayne Baldwin, a bookseller, writer and publisher who lives in Dumfries and Galloway.
Jayne originally trained and worked as a journalist. She now brings those skills, researching and a nose for a good story, to her non fiction books. She says she’s fascinated by social history and although not an historian, she t...
2024-11-2551 minOur Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS3E8 Crime writer Wendy Jones (Surgeons Hall, Arthur Conan Doyle, Stirling Castle and Dundee)Welcome to Our Scotland, the podcast where we take 24 hours in Scotland, add in teleportation, time travel and anything else we please to conjure up the day of our dreams.
My name is Alison Fraser and I love all things Scotland, the people, the food, the music and the places and my guests are people just like me.
In this episode I’m joined by crime fiction author Wendy Jones
As well as being the author of the DI Shona McKenzie mysteries Wendy is the...
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Homespun: Create the Life You Crave053 | Finding Home While on the Move as a Military Child with Alison Fraser KingIn this episode I was joined by mother, wife, podcaster and former army child Alison Fraser King. Alison and I chatted about what it meant for her to move around quite often as a child raised in a military household. How it felt leaving places behind, what it was like to be in a little English community wherever she went, what adventures really mean to her, spoiler - it's the simple pleasures, and how she raised her son in light of this upbringing.
You can find Alison on her website:
alisonfraser.co
Her...
2024-11-1126 minOur Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS3E7 Writer AJ Merron on falling in love with Scotland (Edinburgh, Inverclyde, Loch Fleet, South Rona, Harris)Welcome to Our Scotland, the podcast where we take 24 hours in Scotland, add in teleportation, time travel and anything else we please to conjure up the day of our dreams.
My name is Alison Fraser and I love all things Scotland, the people, the food, the music and the places and my guests are people just like me.
In this episode I’m joined by writer James Merron, aka AJ Merron. James lives in Edinburgh but is originally from Lancashire.
James describes himself as a ho...
2024-11-1153 minOur Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS3E6 Eoin Smith takes us on a magical tour (Aviemore, John Henry Anderson's grave, Applecross, Kincraig, Fringe Festival, The Tunnels)Welcome to Our Scotland, the podcast where we take 24 hours in Scotland, add in teleportation, time travel and anything else we please to conjure up the day of our dreams.
My name is Alison Fraser and I love all things Scotland, the people, the food, the music and the places and my guests are people just like me.
In this episode I’m joined by Eoin Smith. Eoin is a multi-award-winning magician and author based in Aberdeen.
As a magician, Eoin's performances have taken him...
2024-11-0457 minOur Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS3E5 Lindsay Bruce talks family holidays, thin spaces and a Scottish Cup Final (Millport, Harris, Motherwell)Welcome to Our Scotland, the podcast where we take 24 hours in Scotland, add in teleportation, time travel and anything else we please to conjure up the day of our dreams.
My name is Alison Fraser and I love all things Scotland, the people, the food, the music and the places and my guests are people just like me.
In this episode I’m joined by Lindsay Bruce, a features and obituaries writer for the Press and Journal, one of Scotland's oldest newspapers.
Lindsay is a mu...
2024-10-2847 minOur Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS3E4 Writer Patti Callahan takes us timehopping (Edinburgh, Inverness)Welcome to Our Scotland, the podcast where we take 24 hours in Scotland, add in teleportation, time travel and anything else we please to conjure up the day of our dreams.
My name is Alison Fraser and I love all things Scotland, the people, the food, the music and the places and my guests are people just like me.
In this episode I’m joined by Seattle-based writer Patti Callahan.
Patti has been a student, hairstylist, cocktail waitress, corporate professional, and small business owner. She’s als...
2024-10-2142 minOur Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS3E3 Professor Donna Heddle and great Scottish stories (Fife, Papa Westray, Iona, Lochindorb, Elderslie, St Margaret's Chapel, St Magnus Cathedral)If you had just 24 hours in Scotland where would you go? Add in teleportation, time travel and even the magic of pausing time you can conjure up the day of your dreams.
That is what Our Scotland is all about, highlighting the places and people that are memorable.
My name is Alison Fraser and I love all things Scotland, the people, the food, the music and the places.
In this episode I’m joined by Professor Donna Heddle who is going to take us on...
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Our Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS3E2 Travel influencer James Campbell takes us on an epic adventure (Dumfries, Loch Goil, Sango Bay, St Kilda, Skye, Loch Fyne)If you had just 24 hours in Scotland where would you go? Add in teleportation, time travel and even the magic of pausing time you can conjure up the day of your dreams.
That is what Our Scotland is all about, highlighting the places and people that are memorable.
My name is Alison Fraser and I’m on a quest to discover as much of Scotland as possible,
In this episode I’m joined by James Campbell, a travel influencer from Glasgow.
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Our Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS3E1 Scottish travel blogger Gemma Armit says Hiya Scotland (Aberdour, Glencoe Lochan, Stac Pollaidh, Applecross Inn, Cairngorms, Signet Library, Isle of Skye)If you had just 24 hours in Scotland where would you go?
Add in teleportation, time travel and even the magic of pausing time you can conjure up the day of your dreams.
That is what Our Scotland is all about, highlighting the places and people that are memorable with a fantasy 24 hours.
My name is Alison Fraser and I’m on a quest to discover as much of Scotland as possible.
In this episode I’m joined by award-winning travel blogger Gemma Armit from Everything Edinburgh, Two Scots Abroad and Hiya...
2024-09-3046 min
A Musical Theatre PodcastGYPSY with Alison Fraser"Here she is boys! Here she is world! Here's... one of the best written musicals of all time!" GYPSY is part of Jeff's top three, and we have a top tier guest this week to celebrate it. Two-time Tony nominee Alison Fraser (THE SECRET GARDEN, ROMANCE/ROMANCE, IN TROUSERS) was a close friend of writer Arthur Laurents and played the role of Tessie Tura in the famous 2008 Broadway revival. Join us as she helps us explore the striptease artist Gypsy Rose Lee, her tragic monster of a mother, and how their musical fable is as old as storytelling itself.
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Women Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastRosemarie Callender on how you can grow your podcast without social mediaHands up if you’re tired of promoting your podcast all over social media but without the rewards you expected?
My guest today has been very vocal on her own show about giving up the social media hustle for listeners and she’s going to share how she has been growing her podcast without making copious reels, stories and posts.
Rosemarie Callender is the host of The Podcast To Amplify Show: Podcasting Tips for Women Coaches, Service Providers and Entrepreneurs.
In this episode you’re going to hear what led Rosemarie to quitting instag...
2024-07-041h 02Our Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS2E10 Laurie Goodlad's pick of the ShetlandsThis past season has taken us from Orkney to Glasgow, Edinburgh to the north coast, around the highlands and islands and many places in between.
This is our final episode for season two and joining me to share their perfect day is Laurie Goodlad.
Laurie has written for the Lonely Planet and featured on travel shows, blogs and tourism campaigns.
Laurie is on instagram as Shetland with Laurie, and that will give you a clue as to where we will be.
Laurie’s links:
Shetland With Lauri...
2024-06-1947 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastHow to market your podcast (and guest on other shows) with Aoife O'BrienHow do you market your podcast?
Today’s guest is Aoife O’Brien, host of the Happier At Work podcast. You’re going to hear how she is using podcast guesting and LinkedIn, among others, to get her podcast known among her ideal listeners.
You’re going to get a short email that you can use to send to potential guests, as well as lots of other great tips to implement in your own podcasting.
I’m Alison Fraser, host of Women Who Podcast, the show for side-hustling women who are ambitious but time-limit...
2024-06-1748 minOur Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS2E9 From New Zealand to Skye with Sonja BolgerJoining Alison Fraser on Our Scotland in this episode is Sonja Bolger.
Ten years ago Sonja, who is a New Zealander, moved to Edinburgh on her overseas experience.
She now lives on the Isle of Skye with her husband and two children.
Sonja blogs about her adventures and she also runs the Scottish Scran facebook community and website.
As well as hearing about Sonja’s perfect day in Scotland you will hear some Skye visiting tips.
Sonja's links:
www.migratingmiss.com - original travel web...
2024-06-1242 minOur Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS2E8 Gary Campbell on crofting and how it's unique and innovative (Unst, Yell, Isle of Bernaray, Barra(Joining Alison in this episode is Gary Campbell, chief executive of the Crofting Commission.
As well as hearing some of the places that Gary has been able to experience and enjoy through his work you’ll also find out more about crofting itself.
Gary’s previous work includes 11 years with the University of Highlands and Islands and 30 years as a chartered accountant with EY where he travelled across Scotland advising commercial businesses.
Crofting Commission: https://crofting.scotland.gov.uk/
Scottish Crofting Federation: https://www.crofting.org/
Nation...
2024-06-0350 minOur Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS2E7 Gareth Davies of Edinburgh Expert Walking Tours (Dean Village, Sandwood Bay in the Highlands, Royal Mile)Joining Alison is Edinburgh tour guide Gareth Davies from Edinburgh Expert Walking Tours.
Gareth operates tours in and around Edinburgh, taking in the main sites and the lesser known.
Gareth moved to Edinburgh for university in 1998, but as you’ll hear, has never left.
Thank you Gareth for sharing what would make your perfect Scottish day.
Gareth’s links:
Website: https://www.edinburghexpert.com/
Gareth took us around Edinburgh, including Dean Village and the Royal Mile, as well as out to Sandwood Bay in the Highlands.
Dean Village: https://www.chasingthelongroad.com/scotland/dean-village-edinburgh/
Sandwood Bay: https://www.visitscotland.com/inf...
2024-05-2841 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastRobin Hackney interviews Alison Fraser on Spandex and WineThis episode is an interview I did on the Spandex and Wine podcast with Robin Hackney. If you’ve not listened to Robin’s show before then I hope that after this episode you cue up some more of hers.
I recently had a chat with podcaster Aoife O’Brien, the host of the Happier At Work podcast and we talked about guesting on other people’s podcasts and the short and simple email you could send first, so make sure you’ve subscribed to Women Who Podcast so you get that episode automatically in your po...
2024-05-2330 minOur Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS2E6 Tide Lines' Robert Robertson (Fort William, Glasgow, Barrowlands, Stirling, Ross of Mull)Joining Alison is Tide Lines' front man Robert Robertson.
Robert is a gold medal winner at the Royal National Mod, Scotland’s premier Gaelic festival and a former member of the band Skippinish.
We chatted on the back of Tide Lines trio of sold-out gigs at Glasgow’s Barrowlands venue, and just before a stripped back tour of Scotland.
Robert’s links:
Website: https://www.tidelinesband.com/
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSX39m6HKC8pSzNrUkedNDQ
Bruichladdich Rock’ndaal festival: https://festival.bruichladdich.com/
2024-05-2036 minOur Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS2E5 From Orkney to Glasgow with trad musician Graham Rorie (Old Man of Hoy, Lochinver, Glasgow, Crathes, Stromness, Orkney Folk Festival)Joining Alison to share their perfect Scottish day is Orcadian fiddle and mandolin player Graham Rorie.
Graham is an award-winning folk musician based in Glasgow.
Nominated for ‘Musician of The Year’ at the 2023 Scots Trad Music Awards and a finalist in the 2021 BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year, Graham has been making a name for himself as a performer, composer, session musician and producer since he graduated from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland’s Traditional Music Degree.
Graham’s links:
Website: https://www.grahamrorie.com/
Youtu...
2024-05-1335 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastMary Lee on how podcasting is helping build a businessWhy start a podcast?
Joining me today is Mary Lee, host of All Things Menopausal for a conversation about how podcasting creates intimacy, the whisper that led her to start her own show and what it means for her new business.
Mary is a menopause doula, helping women going through this stage of life.
She lives in Vancouver Island, Canada, but thanks to podcasting she is connecting with women from all over the globe.
I’m Alison Fraser, host of Women Who Podcast, the show for side-hustling women who are ambitious bu...
2024-04-3043 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastStacey Simms on lessons learned from 10 years of podcastingWhen Stacey Simms’ son was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes she turned to podcasts to learn more.
But when she couldn’t find what she was looking for her husband suggested she create her own show.
Nine years on and Diabetes Connections has more than 600 episodes. Stacey is also the host of Diabetes Connections Type 2, as well as the author of The World’s Worst Diabetes Mom and its sequel Still The World’s Worst Diabetes Mom.
I connected with Stacey over on Threads and in this conversation you’re going to hear what she would d...
2024-04-2344 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastOvercome your fears and start that podcast, with Becca IngersollWhat if no one listens.
What if my friends turn against me?
What if, what if, what if.
As a podcaster I’ve had these thoughts, and I’d bet that you have probably had something similar.
My guest today is Becca Ingersoll, she is the host of Finding Joy Through Life’s Trials, a podcast which she describes as a safe place for us to share our stories.
She had those what if thoughts too, but you’re going to hear what Becca did to push past these and to ge...
2024-04-1630 minOur Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS2 E1 Author Barry Hutchison (aka JD Kirk) takes us to IslayWelcome to season 2 of the Our Scotland podcast, with me, your host, Alison Fraser. We have a new name but the passion for all things Scotland remains.
Going forwards you can expect to hear more about the perfect days in Scotland, you might get some ideas for a future holiday, add some Scottish fayre to your shopping list and discover some Scottish artists to listen to.
We’re starting this season with a conversation with writer Barry Hutchison. Barry is a prolific author having published more than 100 titles for bo...
2024-04-1639 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastWhat I would do if I were starting all over againHey podcasters, what would you do differently if you were starting all over again?
This is the topic of this week’s show.
I’m going to go through what I would do differently, what I would keep the same and share what other podcasters would do.
I asked in my free facebook group what other podcasters would have done differently.
Thanks to Penny Fitzgerald from Penny For Your Shots and
Mare, co-host of Connection Project 360, for contributing.
So dear listener, if you already have...
2024-04-0912 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastCultivating a Community Off-Air with Carla WardOne of the best things I did last year was fly from New Zealand all the way over to Perth in Western Australia for a podcast listener meetup. I’d met just a couple of other people who I knew would be there, but everyone else would be a new connection - including the people I was sharing an air bnb with.
Was I worried? Not at all, in fact I was so excited to be meeting people who had the same interest as me.
That trip, and the people I met, will stick with me...
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Our Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandOur Scotland Season 2 TrailerIf you could design your perfect day in Scotland what would it look like?
Where would you be? What would you do? What food, drink and music would you enjoy?
These are the questions I ask my guests in Our Scotland.
My name is Alison Fraser and I’m on a quest to find the best places to visit Scotland, from the eyes of the people who have experienced them for themselves.
Our Scotland is a podcast about Scotland for people who love the country, regardless of where they live or ho...
2024-04-0101 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastMeet the women who keep me accountable, AKA why accountability groups are amazingWelcome back to another episode of Women Who Podcast.
This is the podcast for side hustling women who were time limited, but ambitious, and who wants to have some podcasting in their life, whether that's guesting or as I like to promote, having your own podcast.
This episode is a little different to the others. You're going to hear a call that was held between myself and three of my other podcasting friends.
We get together every week in an accountability group. Every Thursday morning or my time we meet. And we thought...
2024-03-2938 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastHow you can make your podcast processes more efficient with Lisa ZawrotnyOver the past few episodes we’ve covered topics such as how to repurpose content and how to squeeze your podcast into your jam packed calendar.
In this episode you’re going to hear more about batching, the art of being efficient with the time you have.
My guest in this episode is Lisa Zawrotny, host of Positively Living: Do Less, Live More... Breathe Easier.
Lisa lives and breathes productivity, but she does it in a way that’s less hustle and more flow.
You’re going to learn what the purpose...
2024-03-2634 min
Spandex & WineFrom Couch Potato to Ironman Competitions, Marathons & Park Runs w/ Alison FraserAlison Fraser went from couch potato to Ironman in just over a year. She has finished Ironman New Zealand four times, five half Ironmans, 16 marathons and 253 parkruns. She was 520 days into a running streak when I broke my ankle and I'm now two months into a new streak. She says running helps her feel free and is a form of stress management. Listen as Alison shares her passion for running as well as her passion for podcasting. Check out everything Alison has to offer: Alison Fraser | Podcaster Other links:www.alisonfraser.cohttps://ww...
2024-03-2631 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastHow Ana Gonzalez fits podcasting into a jam packed calendarImagine all the plates you’re spinning right now, your main job, your side hustle, your family, hobbies, friends - and your podcast.
Maybe you’ve already added your podcast to the mix, or you’re thinking about giving it a go, but you already so many other things going on in your life.
How do you make sure none of these plates fall?
My guest in this episode is Ana Gonzalez, the host of Biz Haps, a podcast that comes out three times a week.
Ana shares what she does to ensu...
2024-03-1927 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastHow to repurpose your podcast content with Emily AbornI bet if you asked your non-podcasting friends all they think you do is record and publish. By now you’ve probably realised there’s a bit more to it than that.
I find this bit a piece of cake, the recording is the fun part, I enjoy the editing process and getting my podcast out into the world. But what I have found difficult was all the rest.
The emails, social media, blog, all the other bits that help your content get seen and found by ideal listeners.
And then I got chat...
2024-03-0534 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEasy and affordable ways to get PR for your podcast with Angel WilbornHow can you get your podcast name better known? What PR opportunities are available to you that won’t break the bank and what can do without hiring someone?
My guest today is Angel Wilborn, host of the Mod Co Podcast and the woman behind the Modest Company PR brand.
Angel will share what she has done, plus a raft of other ideas that you can get started on straight away.
She also suggests you set your own PR goal so have a listen and get started writing yours.
I’m Alis...
2024-02-2731 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastStop checking your metrics, get help and other wisdom from Wild Visionary Audra BartlettFriends, I have so many great things to say about my guest in this episode that I had such trouble choosing just one thing to pick out for the title.
Joining me for a chat about all things podcasting is Audra Bartlett, host of The Wild Visionary podcast.
If you’ve never heard her before I promise you that by the end of this you will be subscribed to her show and cu-ing up her episodes for a podcast binge session.
Audra and I met in a podcasting course, her energy is pure el...
2024-02-1351 minOur Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandS1 E13 Get to know your host Alison FraserIt’s the final episode of season 1, and to round off the first season of Scottish At Heart you can hear my Scottish story and why I wanted to create this show.
You’ll hear about my family connections, family holidays and where I lived for 18 months, plus what music I like to listen to.
Scottish At Heart is the outsiders guide to Scotland.
We go beyond Outlander, castles and kilts to find out what makes Scotland so enchanting.
Through our guests and their stories your future visits will go beyond the s...
2024-02-0110 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastCan your podcast be about two different subjects? Robin Hackney says yesYou’ve more than one interest, how do you decide which one you’re going to podcast about?
Will it confuse your listeners if you speak about two separate subjects?
Our featured podcast host in this episode is Robin Hackney of Spandex and Wine.
She podcasts about exercise and wellness as well as about wine.
What Robin says about Spandex and Wine:
Spandex & Wine is a podcast for finding balance between being healthy & living a happy life. Hosted by Robin Hackney, a 20-year veteran in the fitn...
2024-01-2320 min
Women Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastHow often should I release a new podcast episode?How often should I release a new podcast episode? Do I really have to do two a week? Can my podcast be made in batches?
This episode will help you decide.
If you’re a regular listener to Women Who Podcast you will know that I publish a new episode at least once a week. With the addition of these mini episodes that cadence increases to twice a week.
There are some podcasts which publish every day and others that come out once a month.
There’s no right or wrong frequ...
2024-01-1407 min
The Menopause Disruptor PodcastYour Heritage, your Roots your Identity with Alison Fraser KingIn this inspiring episode, I sit down with Alison Fraser King who shares her journey into the world of podcasting, the importance of investing in oneself and how to foster a healthy attitude towards aging. Alison is a journalist, writer and champion of women who have something to say. She's the host of the Women Who Podcast and is also the facilitator of the Women Who Podcast membership which you can find on Patreon. She lives in New Zealand where she enjoys quiz nights, learning the bagpipes and parkruns.S...
2024-01-1359 min
Women Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastHow long should by episodes be? (How To Podcast)How long should your podcast episode be? Is five minutes too short? Is 90 minutes too long?
This episode will help you decide for yourself.
Is my episode too long, or too short, is a question that even seasoned podcasters ask themselves.
Some podcast episodes are best suited at 10 minutes or less, others are best if over an hour but the long and short of it is all down to your content.
There is no one-size-fits-all answer for every single podcaster, but I’m going to share csome considerations to help you de...
2024-01-0705 min
Women Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastHow to Podcast: Legal considerations for you and your podcastThis episode we’re going to talk about what legal considerations you should have for you and your podcast.
This is not legal advice and should only be taken as what you should be mindful of. Please consult with a lawyer.
Things to consider:
Copyright - music and books
Do you have the rights to use the music, written material etc that you want to use?
Libel and Defamation
Are you damaging anyone’s reputation, are you spreading malicious lies? Is what you’re saying true?
Priv...
2023-12-3106 min
Be the DreamShine Brightly with Alison FraserJoin Karaleigh in an interview with the vibrant Alison Fraser.
In this episode we talk about shining too brightly, showing up comfortably as you are, finding balance in motherhood, and of course we get some fun, real mom talk.
Alison is a journalist, a communications professional and podcaster who helps other podcasters make their show what they want it to be. She is also a parkrunner and quizzer living in New Zealand as well as a mum of one.
Favorite takeaways:
1. We’ve got to own who we are and love ourselves for it and stop caring so much what ot...
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Women Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastHow to Podcast: What's an RSS Feed?How to podcast: How do I get my podcast on all the platforms?
You’re all set to release your podcast to the world, but how on earth does this happen?
By the end of this episode you’ll know what it is, how it works, and how you can use it to get your podcast in all the places so that each and every episode reaches your listeners every single time.
RSS stands for Really Simple Syndication. Your podcast has an RSS feed and this acts as a means of connecting all your...
2023-12-1707 min
Women Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastHow do I get my podcast into a listener's ears?You’re all set to release your podcast to the world, but how on earth does this happen?
This is the how to podcast series, a mini series under the umbrella of the Women Who Podcast show.
This episode we’re going to talk about where to host your podcast.
You need three things for a podcast, the first is the idea, the second is somewhere to make it and the third is somewhere to host it.
The idea: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-start-a-podcast-the-idea/id1653722280?i=1000624993275
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2023-12-1004 min
Women Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastHow to record an episodeHOW TO RECORD
This episode we’re going to delve into recording an episode, the next step in getting on air.
You’ve got your first guest ready, they have said yes, you know what you want to talk about with them but that’s as far as you’ve got.
This episode will go through some of the recording options available to you. Below are links to all those mentioned.
Blog post about zoom settings: https://www.alisonfraser.co/blog/zoom-settings
Streamyard: Get $10 credit here: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/5154...
2023-12-0308 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastWomen Who Podcast TrailerWelcome to Women Who Podcast the podcast for women who have something to say.
My name is Alison Fraser and this podcast is for women who are either already podcast hosts or are just starting out.
Each episode is aimed at giving you the confidence boost you need to get started - and to keep going - as well as to create a sisterhood of women already doing it.
I’m a firm believer in leaving the ladder down, in helping women take the shortcut to success so they can change even more li...
2023-11-0501 min
Our Scotland: A Fantasy 24 Hours in ScotlandScottish At Heart TrailerWelcome to Scottish At Heart.
I’m your host Alison Fraser.
My name tells you I have Scottish ancestry but I don’t have the accent to match.
I’ve lived all over, from my early beginnings as an army brat living on UK army bases through to emigrating to New Zealand in my 20s. But for me Scotland is home.
I’m a writer, a beginner bagpiper and a fan of the Outlander books and TV show. I’ve been learning Gaelic and I drink Irn Bru. I couldn’t be any more S...
2023-09-1501 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastMe, Myself and My Vagina with Catherine Elbourn“The aim is really just to shatter the taboo, break the silence and just basically raise awareness and topics that us as females don't necessarily want to speak about or we find too embarrassed to talk about.”
Our featured podcast host in this episode is Catherine Elbourn, host of Me, Myself and My Vagina.
What Catherine says about Me, Myself and My Vagina:
A podcast that is here is break the silence, shatter the taboo and raise awareness about women's health through real conversations. No topic should be off limits and...
2023-09-0718 min
Historical Fiction: UnpackedValerie Fraser Luesse—the Lost Art of CommunityI'm back at long last with Season Six! Valerie Fraser Luesse joins me on the show today as we talk about her latest novel, Letters from My Sister.
Here's the description from the publisher:
Sisters Emmy and Callie Bullock are living a privileged life. As the only daughters of a wealthy Alabama cotton farmer, they are surrounded by a close-knit family and share a fierce bond with two Black women—Tirzah Randolph, who delivered both of them into the world, and her daughter, Hepsy Jordan, who runs the Bullock household. But when Hepsy’s beautiful granddaughter, Lily, arrives in town, she...
2023-09-0737 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastThe Eating Me podcast with Alicia Christian“I feel like the more authentic and true you are in the stories that you're telling that gravitates that audience to you because it's like, oh, you're a real person.”
Our featured podcast host in this episode is Alicia Christian, host of The Eating Me podcast.
What Alicia says about her podcast:
The Eating Me Podcast is a space where we talk about the complexities of eating and how we all benefit, struggle, as well as celebrate our eating journey. It is also a place where conversations arise about certain topics that are "eating...
2023-09-0517 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastUnboxable with Alena Turley“How do we get ourselves out of the box that we can sometimes find ourselves in as women and mothers and look out of that and find new ways to be and empower ourselves.”
Our featured podcast host in this episode is Alena Turley, host of Unboxable.
What Alena says about Unboxable:
Top 100 in Self Improvement, the Unboxable Podcast offers SOULFUL INSPIRATION FOR CHANGEMAKERS | This 5-star-rated gem offers outside-the-box conversations with guests from all over the world.... For mothers ready to go from running around without a moment to themselves to relaxed, full of j...
2023-08-3117 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastUnapologetically Successful with Suzanna HeliaOur featured podcast host in this episode is Suzanna Helia, host of Unapologetically Successful.
"Unapologetically Successful" is the podcast hosted by Suzanna Helia that will inspire you to step out of your comfort zone and into the extraordinary. Meet exceptional people, learn about their decisions, and discover what it takes to be successful. Suzanna is a powerhouse who has achieved far more than 99% of people already, and shares her knowledge and expertise to help you achieve your goals. Tune in and start living your best life unapologetically.
"Unapologetically Successful" is more than just a podcast...
2023-08-2917 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastHow to start a podcast: The equipmentHere's the really long list of equipment you'll need to get started...kidding, you might want to get yourself a microphone or a headset
Here are Amazon links, if you use these links I may receive an affiliate fee at no extra expense to yourself.
The mic: Yeti
Amazon US: www.tinyurl.com/alisonmic
Amazon UK: https://tinyurl.com/alisonmicuk
The headset: Jabra Evolve
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Amazon UK: https://tinyurl.com/alisonjabrauk
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2023-08-2705 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastQueenstown Life with Jane Guy"Why don't I utilise the opportunity of people being in their houses and actually wanting things to do to record what was going on kind of a bit like a time capsule, what is going on for women around the world."
Our featured podcast host in this episode is Jane Guy, host of Queenstown Life.
Her podcast blurb: What the hell just happened 2020? Queenstown Life blogger Jane Guy interviews women around the world to ask them what's the future? What's happening now? Who the hell are we?
The podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com...
2023-08-2223 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastHow to start a podcast: The ideaHow to start a podcast is a mini series of episodes to complement the pod bites podcast. These will come out in between interview episodes.
Have you thought about starting your own podcast but you've not got around to it yet?
In this minisode I help you develop an idea into an episode - on paper at least.
If you want a podcast of your own knowing what it's going to be about will be a great start - and having episode ideas on paper will keep...
2023-08-2007 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastGenerally Spooky History with Kieran MacRaeOur featured podcast host in this episode is Kieran MacRae, co-host of Generally Spooky History.
Scotland’s history is full of spooky stories, ghoulish goings-on and magical mysteries.
Join Highlander husband-and-wife team, Kieran and Eilidh, as they dive into the myths and legends of their homeland once a week.
If you love learning about history, like settling in to listen to a good story, or just enjoy getting a little spooked, then this is the podcast for you.
The next season of Generally Spooky History starts August 18.
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2023-08-1517 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastHow to podcast: The stories you're telling yourselfHow to start a podcast is a mini series of episodes to complement the pod bites podcast. These will come out in between interview episodes.
Have you thought about starting your own podcast but you've not got around to it yet?
In this minisode I go through common reasons why you might not have acted on your idea and give you the reasons why you can do it.
My links:
Buy me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/podbites
Start your o...
2023-08-1307 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastMaking Mediumship The Norm with Melissa Espinasse"My podcast is like a warm cup of hot chocolate with marshmallows."
Our featured podcast host in this episode is Melissa Espinasse, host of Making Mediumship The Norm.
Melissa Espinasse, New Zealand's Modern Medium is the passionate host of the 'Making Mediumship the Norm' podcast. With a deep-rooted connection to the spiritual realm, Melissa Espinasse is on a mission to bring mediumship into everyday homes, hearts, and conversations. Through personal stories, insightful teachings, and captivating interviews, Melissa Espinasse explores the extraordinary realms of spirit, helping listeners bridge the gap with life beyond this earth. Whether you're seeking...
2023-08-0817 min
Women Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastWelcome to pod bitesHi, it’s Alison!
I’ve rebranded and I’m relaunching this podcast this month to pod bites,
snack-sized stories all about podcasting.
You can expect to hear interviews with other podcasters, with stories about how they got started, their top tip for new podcasters and what they love about the podcasting medium.
You will discover new shows to listen to and learn tips for your own podcasting.
So, if this is something you want more of make sure you have subscribed to pod bites, give us a five star review so mor...
2023-08-0601 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 22: Become Unstoppable with Natalie TolhopfAre you ready to become unstoppable?
Or do you want to be unstoppable but there's a little voice holding you back?
This week's guest, Natalie Tolhopf, is a sales, success and mindset coach and helps people exactly like you to go after your dreams.
As well as publishing two books, Allergic to Perfect and Become Unstoppable, she is the host of the How to Sell With Confidence podcast.
In this podcast I mention my new Find Me A Podcast service, where I...
2023-06-1929 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 21: The Courage to Be with Tania VasalloTania Vasallo is the host of The Courage To Be podcast.
The Courage To Be features incredible stories with successful leaders, experts, and everyday heroes who have overcome incredible obstacles, are following their hearts, building the business of their dreams and creating the success and abundance they desire.
Each episode will teach you actionable steps to get unstuck from your fears and self doubt. You will find your confidence, shift your mindset, see the path of possibilities and build an abundant dream life where you can make an impact, get paid to b...
2023-06-1235 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 20: Three things to do this June to get free publicityIn this minisode Alison gives you three ideas on how to get free publicity this June.
Turn Up Your Volume facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/turnupyourvolume
www.alisonfraser.co
2023-06-0504 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 19: The Soap Shakin' SistersIn this episode Alison Fraser talks with Vicki and Robyn, known as the Soap Shakin Sisters.
They have redeveloped a product from their childhood to help Australians reduce their cleaning product spend and plastic use.
In this episode, you'll learn how they got free publicity, what they've learned about being in business in their older years, and how they've made it work despite living in different states.
Follow on instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/soapshakinsisters/
On facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soapshakinsisters/
Shop...
2023-05-2931 min
Surrender and ManifestBecome your own PR expert with Alison FraserHow to get publicity in the right places as an enterpreneur so your dream clients find you with ease? Alison Fraser is a podcast host and has worked in journalism for 20 plus years, she shares tips for enterpreneurs to get their voices heard and get featured by the media. So if you have a business and you want to get free publicity, this is the episode for you. Links: Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turn-up-your-volume/id1653722280Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/turnupyourvolumeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/turnupyourvolumepodcast/Website: https://www.alisonfraser.co/Support the...
2023-05-1729 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 18: Lia Lamela is forging a career in a man's world - and telling the world about itIn this episode Alison Fraser talks with Lia Lamela, the host of The Sparky Life podcast.
Lia is creating a community of empowered women supporting one another in construction careers and the exploration of vocational trades paths.
Lia shares how her podcast got started, but more importantly the pivotal moment in her life that led to a trades career.
This podcast episode discusses domestic violence.
Follow Lia on instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/sparkylifeoflia/
On facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesparkylifepodcast/
e...
2023-05-1533 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 17: Brittany Miller on getting great
In this episode Alison Fraser talks with pelvic health specialist and mum's wellness coach Anna Burns about taking care of yourself when it gets hard.
Anna is readying herself to launch her own podcast to complement her coaching where she helps new mums feel strong and confident in this new phase of life. All she needs is a name! Help her out if you can.
Email at: hello@brittanymillersocials.ca
Follow on instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/brittanymillersocials/
On facebook: https://www.fa...
2023-05-0819 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 16: Anna Burns on taking care of yourselfIn this episode Alison Fraser talks with pelvic health specialist and mum's wellness coach Anna Burns about taking care of yourself when it gets hard.
Anna is readying herself to launch her own podcast to complement her coaching where she helps new mums feel strong and confident in this new phase of life. All she needs is a name! Help her out if you can.
Email Anna: anna@annaburnswellness.com
Follow on instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/annaburnswellness/
On facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annaburnswellness/
2023-05-0125 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 15: Teresa Reiniger on living after griefIn this episode Alison Fraser talks with grief coach Teresa Reiniger about her podcast Labor Pains and how she ended up working as a grief coach.
Teresa shares some tips on how you can support someone going through grief, as well as the type of content that she features on her podcast.
She has interviewed people who have experienced infertility struggles, and those who have lost a child during pregnancy or infancy.
Follow Teresa on instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/livingaftergrief/
On...
2023-04-2433 min
Someone's ThunderAlison FraserAlison Fraser joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about originating and reimagining characters, having a support system, and continuous learning. Alison is an actress and singer: twice Tony-nominated and featured on over twenty albums. Alison continues challenging herself with passion projects including voiceover and audio book recording and teaches at Fordham University. You can find out more about Alison at her website and insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)
2023-04-181h 02Women Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 14: Dr Ailina Ismail on overcoming fatigueIn this episode Alison Fraser talks with Dr Ailina Ismail about fatigue and how you can overcome it.
Dr Ailina Ismail is a functional medicine doctor in Melbourne, Australia and the host of the Decoding Fatigue 101 podcast.
She helps busy and ambitious women discover the root causes of their fatigue, chronic pain, and brain fog and help these women overcome them for good, so they can show up in their lives, workplace, and at home with more energy, vitality, and mental clarity.
When you're running your own business being able to be at t...
2023-04-1034 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 13: Is getting featured on a podcast the right thing for my brand?Pitch me! Email alison@alisonfraser.co
Stats are from here: https://www.thepodcasthost.com/listening/podcast-industry-stats/
Turn Up Your Volume facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/turnupyourvolume
www.alisonfraser.co
2023-04-0305 min
Women Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 12 Emmy nominated journalist Jennifer Rogers Markwell on how to get on TVIn this episode Alison Fraser talks with Emmy nominated journalist Jennifer Rogers Markwell on working as a journalist and how business owners can help themselves by helping those in the media.
Jennifer changed gears in her television career when she realized the need to help women and their finances. It started at home for Jennifer after her grandfather passed away and she wanted to help her grandmother make sense of investing.
Now she regularly hosts educational workshops to empower women to take charge of their investments and anchors the "...
2023-03-2719 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 11: Sarah Cross on the art of storytellingIn this episode Alison Fraser talks with Sarah Cross, the host of the Stories That Wow Podcast and storytelling coach. We talk about what makes a good story, who has a story to tell and how stories can help you in business.
Sarah is a two-time international bestselling author with her books Ignite Happiness and Ignite your Wisdom.
Follow Sarah on instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/sarahcross.storyteller/
Find all her awesomeness at: https://thestorytellingart.com
For great gelato in Stratford-upon-Avon go to Hoora...
2023-03-2026 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 10: Three Things You Can Do Today To Get PublicityHow would you like to get into your local newspaper, on radio, have people coming to you as an expert or spokesperson?
If you have a business then you should be thinking about getting free publicity as part of your regular marketing.
If you’re thinking that getting publicity is hard, that you're not famous enough, not experienced enough then I would love for you to have a listen to this - with a pen and paper - and then think again.
In this episode I’m going to share three things you can...
2023-03-1307 min
The Laughing SkullsEpisode 33 - Brendan Fraser "The Brenaissance"It is Oscars week and we are highlighting a man that has shaped us Brendan Fraser
His life, impact and why he went MIA and of course our Oscars predictions
Keep us in the loop and let us know your predictions, if you like us or if you'd like to hear more like this
*George of the Jungle swing* out
2023-03-1259 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 9: Small businesses in the media todayIn this week's episode I go through some recent stories in the New Zealand media to show that businesses of all sizes and type can get free publicity.
If you like this kind of round up please let me know - and send me stories you think are worth a mention.
Here are the links to all stories mentioned.
1) Lilo’s dairy free desserts help keep Kiwi produce from going to waste.
https://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/christchurch-life/eat-and-drink/131252235/lilos-dairyfree-desserts-help-keep-kiwi-produce-from-going-to-waste
https://lilodesserts.com...
2023-03-0607 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 8: Eileen Jones on making PR uncomplicatedEileen Jones is a journalist and PR professional based in Cumbria, UK.
We talk about the basics to PR, what it is and simple ways you can achieve it.
Read all about Eileen's PR business at: http://www.cumbriapr.com/
Get her parkrun books here.
The Real Happy Valley. The Locations and the Murders.
Days of the Year Calendar
Turn Up Your Volume facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/turnupyourvolume
www.alisonfraser.co
Pl...
2023-02-2739 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastLifting the lid on perimenopause with Dr Linda DearThis is a slightly different episode to what we've had so far.
Join Alison Fraser as she talks with Dr Linda Dear about all things perimenopause, plus how journalists find her to be a source.
Don't forget to join my free three day get publicity ready workshop, which starts tomorrow (February 22 2023).
Follow Dr Linda Dear on instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/menodoctor/
Find her on facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/Menodoc
Read all about it at: https://menodoctor.com/
2023-02-2038 min
Women Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 6: Girls Get Off's Viv and Jo on getting publicity when your subject is x-ratedUnsure how you can get publicity for your business?
Join Alison Fraser as she talks with Viv Conway and Jo Cummins from New Zealand's fastest growing adult business Girls Get Off.
Girls Get Off has been taking New Zealand's social media by storm over the past two years, and even though the topic is X-rated, it's not held them back from achieving publicity.
This is an episode that you must listen to if you have been telling yourself that your topic is too sensitive, too taboo, too raunchy, too much, whatever your excuse, J...
2023-02-1326 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 5: Meaghan Jean Smith on creating her own audienceIn this episode Alison Fraser talks with Meaghan Jean Smith, the host of the Money Mindful Podcast, about money, podcasting and doing things scared.
Meaghan is a money mindset and life coach in Australia. She helps women transform their relationship to money and achieve their money and life goals so they can live a glorious, magnificent, delicious, awesome life.
Follow Meaghan on instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/meaghanjsmith/
Find all her awesomeness at: https://www.meaghanjsmith.au/about
Listen to her podcast: https://www.meaghanjsmith.au/podcast
Turn U...
2023-02-0632 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 4: Mindset tips with mindset coach Leigh AshtonAre you letting your thoughts get in the way of achieving your goals?
Join Alison Fraser as she talks with mindset coach Leigh Ashton.
Leigh shares some tips on how you can get out of your way plus how she scored herself a breakfast TV interview.
Leigh is a coach, facilitator, mentor, and mindset coach, and after playing netball at a premiership level, she wrote the book The Talent Trap, which tapped into her work with thousands of aspiring young athletes.
Follow Leigh on instagram at: https://www.ins...
2023-01-3030 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastBonus: What three ingredients make a great storyBonus episode!
Alison Fraser shares three key parts to a story to help you get your story picked up by journalists.
What is it about you and your story that will make a journalist want to learn more?
You can also join us in the Turn Up Your Volume podcast facebook group. This is for anyone with a business who wants publicity.
It's where you can share your publicity wins. Find out what others are doing for the niche and ask your...
2023-01-3008 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 3: Get in tune with your cycle with Monique DicksonDid you know that there were certain times of the month that are better for doing different bits of your business?
Join Alison Fraser as she talks with The Cyclical Mum Monique Dickson on all things periods and discovering how your cycle can help you.
Follow Monique on instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/thecyclicalmum
Find all her awesomeness at: https://www.moniquedickson.com/links
Turn Up Your Volume facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/turnupyourvolume
www.alisonfraser.co
Get m...
2023-01-2321 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 2: Three reasons why you don't need a publicistAlison Fraser shares three reasons why you don't need the help of a PR firm - and why you can be your own publicist.
There will be a free publicity challenge coming soon, which will give you a headstart in knowing what you need to get the headlines you deserve.
Join the facebook group so you don't miss it:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/turnupyourvolume
Get more tips at www.alisonfraser.co
2023-01-1608 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 0 Meet your host Alison FraserIt's my podcast!
Welcome to Turn Up Your Volume!
This is a podcast for women in business to help you turn up your volume and get publicity for you and your business.
Turn Up Your Volume facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/turnupyourvolume
www.alisonfraser.co
Get my free podcast pitch recipe: https://alisonfraser.co/pitch
2023-01-0903 minWomen Who Podcast - How to start, run and grow your podcastEpisode 1: Setting publicity goals with Aims WattsMeet Aims Watts and hear how she set herself publicity goals.
If you don't set a goal how will you know if you've achieved what you wanted?
In this episode we talk about how an Australian mum came to sell indie designer Japanese fabrics - and launch an amazing membership for sewists.
Aims tells us about the publicity she has achieved in the past 12 months and what's next.
Where to find Aims:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/indybindyfabrics
Website: https://www.i...
2023-01-0922 min
The MGCC® PodcastMemberbytes #020: Alison Fraser (Eastern & Oriental Hotel, Penang)The sudden sweep of the COVID-19 pandemic has left tourism in shambles across the globe, and no hotel was spared from this devastation. After two years and a slow recovery, we see many hotels returning to life including one of Penang's oldest hotels, the Eastern & Oriental Hotel, with its 137-year history. In this episode, we speak to E&O's General Manager, Alison Fraser, who also happens to be the hotel's first-ever female general manager throughout its history. Get to know more about the hotel and how it slowly recovered from the pandemic and continues to serve guests ar...
2022-09-0521 min
Thrash 'n TreasureEp71 Alison Fraser Returns w/ Ben Rimalower! (Broadway!)Our Fairy Goddess Mama has returned, and she's brought along a virginal sacrifice with her! Muhaha! This week, the sensational Alison Fraser returns for another round on Team Metal whilst dragging her dear friend, cabaret artiste Ben Rimalower through our torture chamber. First up, Alison forces Team Musical to listen to Rammstein's 'Herzeleid', before our hosts kick back and listen to Ben's life-long journey with the Falsettos trilogy!
Plus, we discuss Dolly Parton, Sondheim's comparisons to William Finn, AW's puppy goes on a rampage, and things get heated at the mere mention of the words "Album credits" - plus tonnes...
2022-07-161h 50
Historical Fiction: UnpackedSouthern Storytelling–with Valerie Fraser LuesseValerie Fraser Luesse is the bestselling author of Missing Isaac, Almost Home, and The Key to Everything, as well as an award-winning magazine writer best known for her feature stories and essays in Southern Living, where she is currently senior travel editor. Specializing in stories about unique pockets of Southern culture, Luesse received the 2009 Writer of the Year award from the Southeast Tourism Society for her editorial section on Hurricane Katrina recovery in Mississippi and Louisiana. A graduate of Auburn University and Baylor University, she lives in Birmingham, Alabama, with her husband, Dave.
Valerie and I talk about her fourth book, U...
2021-07-2934 min
Thrash 'n TreasureEp07 Set Fraser to Stun w/ Alison Fraser! (Broadway!)*****Juxtaposing Metal with Musicals - joined by iconic guests from the worlds of Music, Broadway, Hollywood, and more! https://www.thetonastontales.com/listen -- https://www.patreon.com/bloomingtheatricals - https://twitter.com/thrashntreasurehttps://linktr.ee/thrashntreasure*****Help support Thrash 'n Treasure and keep us on-air, PLUS go on a fantastical adventure at the same time!Grab your copy of The Tonaston Tales by AW, and use the code TNT20 when you check out for 20% off eBooks and Paperbacks!https://www.thetonastontales.com/bookstore - TNT20 *****
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2020-12-251h 51
BEHIND THE CURTAIN: BROADWAY'S LIVING LEGENDS » PodcastALISON FRASER, ACTRESSThe one and only two time Tony Award nominee, Alison Fraser, joins us to look back on her career which includes the original productions of In Trousers, The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Romance/Romance, The Secret Garden, First Daughter Suite, and so many more. Alison pulls back the curtain on her career to discuss how to disarm Arthur Laurents, what it was like meeting Bill Finn, and why you should always fight to protect your character. Also, Alison shines the spotlight on Scott Bakula, Mary Testa, and Michael John LaChuisa!...
2020-04-201h 13
Cast Offs with Ben and DanielEpisode 24: Alison Fraser (A New York Romance)In this episode, Ben and Daniel talk to two-time Tony nominee Alison Fraser about her 1996 album, A New York Romance. They also discuss Rusty Magee, James Taylor, Benjamin Dreyer, Bill Finn, In Trousers, March of the Falsettos, The Music Man, Rebecca Luker, Oliver, Eydie Gormé, My Fair Lady, Harry Nilsson, John Cameron Mitchell, Stephen Trask, Bernadette Peters, Gigi, Mary Testa, Annie Golden, Daisy Eagan, Laura Nyro, Linda Rondstadt, Michael John LaChiusa, First Daughter Suite, Elvis Costello, Aaron Mark, Rammstein, Patty Darcy, and Lena Horne. Alison has appeared in numerous Broadway shows, including The Secret Garden and Romance/Romance, both o...
2020-03-021h 51
Tea With AliceAlison Spittle - Utility of RagecastAlison Spittle, Irish playwright, tv writer and comedian talks about giving up on cancel culture, the utility of rage and how unusual it is to have a proper discussion with someone you agree with these days.
2020-01-201h 23
Screw the NaysayersYou Can Have It All w/Fraser CameronFraser Cameron is an Epic Dad. That’s wasn’t always the case. The wake up call came for Fraser when his son Will met him at the gate one evening, and said “Dad why are you always so grumpy?”
That jolting moment was the wake up call Fraser needed to make big changes. He quit his job, and embarked upon his journey to become an epic dad and to make a massive impact.
You see Fraser believes that you can have it all. He says there is no such thing as work-life balance. It’s all abou...
2018-12-2300 min
The Paris ReviewTo See You Again (with Lucia Berlin, Alison Fraser, Brian Cullman, Eileen Myles, Caleb Crain)Acclaimed poet Eileen Myles reads SWEET HEART; two-time Tony nominee Alison Fraser lends her voice to Lucia Berlin's story B.F. AND ME; author Caleb Crain encounters the angel of death; and Brian Cullman shares a story about the time Van Morrison bought him a drink.
2017-12-1334 minPodcast – Patty & EmilyInterview: Elisabeth Gray and Alison FraserPatty & Emily sit down with Elisabeth Gray and Alison Fraser to talk about their new webseries Understudies. Elisabeth talks about her own experience as an understudy in Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Alison talks about The Secret Garden and encounters with critics. They all fangirl over John Cameron Mitchell.
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2015-05-1400 min
Listen with Patty & EmilyInterview: Elisabeth Gray and Alison FraserPatty & Emily sit down with Elisabeth Gray and Alison Fraser to talk about their new webseries Understudies. Elisabeth talks about her own experience as an understudy in Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Alison talks about The Secret Garden and encounters with critics. They all fangirl … Continue reading →
2015-05-1454 min
ATW - Downstage CenterAlison Fraser (#294) - November, 2010"The Divine Sister"'s Teutonic nun Alison Fraser talks about her role, her prior work -- and sharing a dressing room -- with playwright/actor Charles Busch. She also discusses her musical theatre roots in high school in Natick MA, where she met prior graduate William Finn, leading to her creating the role of Trina in both "In Trousers" and "March of the Falsettos"; how being cast in "Beehive" gave her her first opportunity to show she could be funny; the pleasure of performing in the two one-act musicals known as "Romance, Romance"; how having her own child informed her...
2010-11-1700 min
CUNY TV's Theater TalkCharles Busch, Alison Fraser and Julie HalstonPlaywright/actor Charles Busch discusses his new Off-Brodway hit “The Divine Sister,” about a highly unconventional group of nuns. Joining him are his costars Alison Fraser and Julie Halston.
2010-11-0726 min