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The Present IllnessMen's Hockey Goes From Hero to ZeroState of the Union bingo card; US Mens Hockey squanders the good vibes; RFK Jr’s HHS gets sued yet again for illegally messing with vaccination; Punch updates; Angry Quilters; Gen Z slangMen’s Hockey Squanders Good WillSome of the US men’s hockey team reactions to the response to their “locker room talk”Ellen Hughes’s commentsHilary Knight’s reaction to the US men’s hockey teamArghavan’s post about the US men’s hockey team cavorting with the presidentHockey mom Sara WilesAndy Murray knows how to stand up for womenAnother Lawsuit Against Anti...
2026-02-271h 06
WholeHogSports Daily PodcastArkansas women's basketball's first win; interview with Ellen CalipariEthan Westerman joins host Christina Long to discuss Arkansas women's basketball's first win under coach Kelsi Musick. The Razorbacks beat Louisiana Tech in comeback fashion on Tuesday. Later, hear part of Alyssa Orange's interview with Ellen Calipari in WholeHogSports' new video series, "PowHER Play."
2025-11-0540 min
The Perfect DaughterEntrepreneurship with Alyssa Fernandez of OllinBe warned! This episode might make you hungry for cake! Specifically, Ollin Cakes because in this Episode Ellen interviews Alyssa Fernandez the CEO and Founder of Ollin, an incredible (and delicious) cake mix company that is working to bring good gluten back. She talks about the inspirational origins of her company, the messages behind it, and the question in the words of Galinda, are people born amazing, or do they have amazingness thrust upon them? After Alyssa and Ellen discuss that, she talks with Toni about it too! This is a great episode for the lovers of cake, advice...
2025-08-2421 min
I Want to Put a Baby in You!Episode 211: Alyssa Schnell – Milking It (Inducing Lactation, Relactation, and Co-Lactation)Alyssa Schnell has been an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) since 2009. She works in private practice serving clients both locally and worldwide. She is the author of Breastfeeding Without Birthing: A Breastfeeding Guide for Mothers Through Adoption, Surrogacy, and Other Special Circumstances and a professional supplement to the book, The Breastfeeding Without Birthing Professional Pack online training. She is also the creator of DomHub, an extensive online resource for domperidone. Alyssa has authored articles for The Journal of Human Lactation, La Leche League’s Leader Today and Breastfeeding Today magazines, and Adoptive Families magazine and developer of The Th...
2025-06-1838 min
The Magnetic Millionaire | with Alyssa Lang (Magnetic Profits)#6: The Low-Lift Cash Strategy You’re Probably OverlookingYou don’t need a fancy funnel or a 10-week launch runway to make quick, aligned cash in your business. Sometimes all it takes is a Google Form, a good idea, and a bold decision to just go.In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of a simple, scrappy in-person event my biz bestie Serena and I pulled off in under a week—and how it brought in over $6K (plus way more on the backend). No sales page. No big launch. Just bold action and a desire to connect.Inside this j...
2025-06-0426 minThe Magnetic Millionaire | with Alyssa Lang (Magnetic Profits)#6: The Low-Lift Cash Strategy You’re Probably OverlookingYou don’t need a fancy funnel or a 10-week launch runway to make quick, aligned cash in your business. Sometimes all it takes is a Google Form, a good idea, and a bold decision to just go.In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of a simple, scrappy in-person event my biz bestie Serena and I pulled off in under a week—and how it brought in over $6K (plus way more on the backend). No sales page. No big launch. Just bold action and a desire to connect.Inside this j...
2025-06-0426 min
Cubicle to CEOBonus: What to Fix First When Your Business Isn’t as Profitable as It Should Be
If your business looks good on paper but your bank account tells a different story, this episode is your financial wake-up call.
Alyssa Lang — serial entrepreneur, financial strategist, and founder of Magnetic Profits — joins us to unpack the hidden money leaks that keep even high-earning businesses feeling cash-strapped. Her team has helped creative entrepreneurs and service providers make confident financial decisions around hiring, pricing, selling, and even exiting their businesses.
Inside this conversation, Alyssa shares:
The first place she looks when a profitable business still feels tight on cash
The most common reason financial repo...
2025-05-2134 min
Sacred BoardroomAlyssa Glaser: Embracing Imperfections- The Coach's JourneySummaryIn this episode, Heather Wick and Alyssa Glaser explore the intersection of spirituality and coaching, discussing Alyssa's journey from a childhood entrepreneur to a life coach. They delve into the importance of personal growth, the messiness of coaching, and how vulnerability can enhance the coaching experience. The conversation also highlights the Dragon Tree Coaching Program and its offerings, emphasizing the transformative power of community and shared experiences in personal development.Links MentionedLinks MentionedDragontree Life CoachingDragontree...
2025-04-291h 08
Naughty But Nice with Rob ShuterBrad Pitt Suspects Angelina Jolie Used Son To ‘Push His Buttons.’ Whoopi Goldberg Halts ‘The View’ As Co-Hosts Clash. Ellen and Portia Flee To UK.Brad Pitt believes his ex-wife Angelina Jolie strategically brought their 16-year-old son Knox Jolie-Pitt to the 2024 Governors Awards to rattle him. Drama erupted on The View when moderator Whoopi Goldberg abruptly cut to a commercial break amid a fiery on-air confrontation between co-hosts Sunny Hostin and Alyssa Farrah Griffin. Ellen DeGeneres and wife Portia de Rossi have reportedly abandoned the U.S., seeking refuge in the tranquil English countryside. Don't forget to vote in today's poll on Twitter at @naughtynicerob or in our Facebook group. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-11-2220 min
Stop. Sit. Surrogate.Junie Surrogacy- Education, Matching & Coordinating#surrogacy #ivf #surrogateJunie Surrogacy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/junie.surrogacy?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==This week we met with Alyssa, and intendened mother, doctor, fellow podcaster and founder of Junie Surrogacy.Alyssa shares about her long and heartbreaking road to surrogacy and why she created Junie Surrogacy to help surrogates and intendened parents in their journeys.There is talk of loss, so please be aware if you are not in a good headspace to hear about that today. However, there is also talk about joy and love on how su...
2024-08-251h 30
Trich Talks!TRICH TALKS: ALYSSA EDMUNDSAlyssa @fattygirlbean is 26 years old and has had trichotillomania since she was 12. Alyssa recently started getting gel nails and for the first time ever has eyelashes on her right eyelid. She is still working on not pulling at all and is half way there!—This episode is brought to you by HabitAware. My Keen2 brings awareness to my trichotillomania by giving my wrist a gentle hug or vibration when I’m doing the scanning behavior. Bring awareness into your life by visiting barbaralally.com/habitaware and use code...
2024-05-0829 min
Chart Your CareerPermission GrantedIt's Q+A day!! Heidi and Ellen caught up after Heidi's Radiance Life Retreat (which was wonderful!). They talk about movies/TV shows that are watching (Ellen: Loot; Shogun); and books they are reading (Heidi: These Precious Days by Ann Patchett; Ellen: Good Material by Dolly Alderman). They take a question from Alyssa. Alyssa is at a career crossroads and quickly approaching her Saturn return. She is a first-generation university graduate who recently left the non-profit where she worked for the past 5-years. She is trying to figure out her next steps. Writing, editing, singing, interior design, food. A...
2024-04-1237 min
Nice Games Club - a gamedev podcast!GDC 2024 Special (Part 3) (with Alyssa Walles and Audi Sorlie)Your nice hosts conclude their GDC 2024 coverage with a pair of interviews they conducted at the show. Mark catches a post-show cold, Stephen gets over his, and Ellen thought everything sounded great.Midwest Games / Carbon EngineMidwest GamesMidwest GamesChris Klimecky - LinkedInMidwest Games - Work with usCarbon EngineCarbon Engine - Limited RunShantae Advance - Shantae WikiArzette: The Jewel of Faramore
2024-04-1100 min
How to Do the Pot235. Exploring Sobriety? Taking a Tolerance Break with Comedian Alyssa YeomanHave you considered exploring a tolerance break from cannabis? Dive into comedian Alyssa Yeoman's meticulously planned t-break in our latest episode. Whether you're intrigued by Dry January or Sober October or you’re seeking insights into your relationship with cannabis, join us as we delve into the profound impact and outcomes of taking a break from weed.
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2024-04-0221 min
Modern Singer59: Do you really need an agent?To get an agent, or not to get an agent, THAT is the question! When it comes to artistic representation, be it agents or managers, there is a lot of thought that should go into it. This week, Ellen and Alyssa start breaking down more of the specifics to think about when it comes to getting artistic representation!
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Artful Agenda (Alyssa’s virtual planner) use code RA841687
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2024-03-1112 minModern Singer58: It’s a Write-OffWho writes it off? The government…write off…people?? Mr. Rose says it best: A write-off is a business expense used to reduce your taxable income. This week, Ellen and Alyssa go through some of their go-to tax-deductible expenses to prepare for the ever-looming tax season.
Disclaimer: Ellen and Alyssa are not financial or tax advisors, they’re just a couple of gals who have been in the tax-paying world for a while now with some advice they’ve lived by. Please consult any questions you have on your taxes with a finance professional.
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2024-03-0306 min
Home Health Chronicles: The Good, The Bad, and The UglyNew grads starting out in home health.. can it be done?On this episode I have Alyssa and Ellen who both started out in home health as new grads. They answer your questions regarding what it was like and can it be done. And filled with lots of HH stories.
2024-02-2656 min
The Mindfulpreneur: Build, Launch & Grow Your Brand39. Dancing with Beyoncé at the Super Bowl: Manifesting Your Dream Career & Building Your Personal Brand with Kim GingrasToday, we're joined by an extraordinary talent, Kim Gingras, who danced her way from Montreal's cobblestone streets to the glimmering stages of Los Angeles.
Kim’s story is one of sheer determination: from taking her first dance steps later than most due to financial constraints to courageously dropping out of university to chase her dreams, culminating in a career-defining moment on 'So You Think You Can Dance Canada.' Her narrative is a testament to the power of hard work, as we explore her evolution into a multi-faceted force within the dance world, encompassing cho...
2024-02-2050 min
Positively Anti-InflammatoryGrief, Self-Compassion and the Truth About a Cancer Diagnosis With Martha Ellen Mabry (Part 2)164. Join me this week as I welcome back Martha Ellen Mabry who was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma at age 31. Tune in as Martha Ellen opens up about how going through cancer and chemo has changed her relationship with herself and her body. Hear her story of grief and self-acceptance, and how she’s learning to be more gentle with herself through the journey of cancer and remission. Martha Ellen’s vulnerability, strength, and story are inspiring and you won’t want to miss this 2-part series.Follow Martha Ellen on Instagram.Visit Martha Ellen at her hair s...
2024-02-1459 minPositively Anti-InflammatoryTrusting Yourself, Self-Advocacy and the Truth About a Cancer Diagnosis With Martha Ellen Mabry (Part 1)163. In this week’s episode, I introduce you to the courageous and vibrant Martha Ellen Mabry who was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma at age 31. Listen to Martha Ellen’s story of the health scares and struggles she endured leading up to the diagnosis of cancer. Hear how she trusted herself, advocated for herself, and continued fighting for herself despite receiving continual push-back from doctors and the health care system. Martha Ellen’s vulnerability, strength, and story are inspiring and you won’t want to miss this 2-part series.Follow Martha Ellen on Instagram.Visit Martha Ellen at her h...
2024-02-071h 06Modern Singer53: The Basics of Making a ResumeThe key to getting any audition ever: nailing your resume to get noticed. Now, there are literally so many different ways that someone can format a resume. This week, Ellen and Alyssa go over the current standard layout for American auditions. Getting into the room is hard enough, don’t let one piece of paper take you out of the running!
What do you want to hear about next? Send us a DM so that we can chat more about it in another episode!
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2024-01-2014 min
To Hump A Pillow with Coach Ellen Melon#65: How to talk about sex, before, during, and after pregnancy and post-partum - Relationship Series Part 3 with Mike and Ellen MelonPart 3 of 7! This season on To Hump a Pillow, I invite my fiance Mike to the podcast in a 7-Episode Relationship Series to discuss challenging conversations that occur in couple-hood. We'll deep-dive into 7 deliciously uncomfortable topics: How to talk about envious and jealous feelings How to talk about money and finances, spending habits Sex life - how it's changed over our relationship and how to ask for what you need On taking things too personally Maintaining individualism and ensuring alone time Day to day compromising Coparenting in a blended family In this episode, Mike and I discuss...
2023-12-131h 05Modern Singer48: Debunking 6 Opera Industry MythsWe tend to believe a lot of narratives in the opera community. Some of them are true, like if you don’t learn your music you probably won’t be hired back, but some of them are also completely false. This week, Ellen and Alyssa are breaking down their top opera myths to start repicturing what success looks like!
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2023-12-0913 minModern Singer47: 7 Habits to Make Before 2024Why wait until the new year to set yourself up for success? This week, Ellen and Alyssa are talking 7 habits you can start right now to set yourself up for a stellar start to your year!
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2023-12-0212 minModern Singer45: Our Top 5 Social Media Tips for SingersWelcome to your new WEEKLY podcast!
Mastering the social media algorithms is a constantly changing environment. This week, Ellen and Alyssa are sharing their top 5 tips for staying ahead of the game when it comes to posting on all of your favorite platforms (except the artist formerly known as Twitter).
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2023-12-0208 minModern Singer43: Budgeting for Singers 102: Audition Season PrepMoney can be hard to talk about. As singers and performers, sometimes we don’t have gigs for months at a time, so making a budget to live by is crucial. When it comes to the new school year or audition season, there can be some extra or even surprise expenses. This week, Ellen and Alyssa are breaking down how to make your budget personal and other expenses to plan for throughout the year to support your money, time, and energy!
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2023-10-0144 min
Cockpit Counsel PodcastPlaying the In-house Game with Ellen ZavianIn this episode of Cockpit Counsel, Tim Parilla sits down with Ellen Zavian, GC at USA Lacrosse. Ellen takes us on a journey through her remarkable career. From being the first female NFL agent to her pivotal role in bringing break dancing to the Paris 2024 Olympics/2018 Youth Olympics to working in-house at USA Lacrosse. Get ready to be inspired!Key takeawaysThe importance of fairness and fighting for the underdog Transitioning in-house with a business background How to build trust through listening and answering questionsAnd more! Timestamps00:44 What is your pre-flight ritual?
2023-08-2430 minModern Singer40: 2023 Summer Rep Series - Obscure OperasThe standard opera rep is no longer all that companies are looking to see in your audition package. They want to see your creativity in your music selections! This week, Alyssa and Ellen dove deep into their music history knowledge and beyond to bring you options from some operas that are still done, but not as often. Be sure to check out the summer rep series playlist to listen and follow along!
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2023-08-1946 minModern Singer37: What to do when you’re not in a summer program - Part 2Summer is finally here! But…now what to do? This week, Ellen and Alyssa are diving into part two of what do do when you’re not in a summer program! This week, we’re diving into branding and social media, websites, and even your bookshelves!
Have a question you want answered? Is there a topic you’d like us to cover? Shoot us a DM or fill out our topic request form!
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2023-07-0821 minModern Singer36: What to do when you’re not in a summer program - Part 1Summer is finally here! But…now what to do? This week, Ellen and Alyssa are diving into part one of what do do when you’re not in a summer program! We’re talking all things refresh, learning, and more! What are you picking up this summer?
Have a question you want answered? Is there a topic you’d like us to cover? Shoot us a DM or fill out our topic request form!
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2023-06-2419 minModern Singer35: Networking for Singers 101 - Building ConnectionsNetworking is something business majors learn but it isn’t really talked about in your standard music education program. We have to meet so many people that it can be overwhelming on where to start growing your professional network. This week, join Ellen and Alyssa as they chat about all things Networking 101 and how to make it feel less icky!
To make it more fun, starting June 12th there will be a 7 day networking challenge on our Instagram stories! Download your networking tracker today to follow along or make your own as we all grow our networks to...
2023-06-1027 minModern Singer33: Toxic PositivityBeing happy-go-lucky and cheerful is wonderful…but sometimes it can be taken too far. This week, Ellen and Alyssa are talking all things feelings when things are only allowed to be positive.
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What is Toxic Positivity?
The Toxic External Validation Style of Classical Music
Toxic Positivity: The Dark Side of Positive Vibes
Psychology Today - Toxic Positivity
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2023-05-1532 minModern Singer32: Coping with Artistic BurnoutArtistic burnout happens. Whether it’s getting overwhelmed, working yourself past the point of exhaustion, or just staying overstimulated for an excessive amount of time. Today, Ellen and Alyssa are talking all things burnout and how to help get yourself out of a funk!
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American Psychological Association
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2023-04-2928 min
That's What E Said61. Perfectly Unhinged: A Mother/Daughter Episode with EllenIn this week's episode, Emma sits down with everyone's favorite microinfluencer Internet mom—Ellen. They finally review Lessons in Chemistry (the book by Bonnie Garmus), go over Ellen's top Sephora sales picks, discuss premarital cohabitation, chat about their shared love of grocery shopping, share what each of them are reading and watching, and so. much. more. If you're into random tangents, stories of yesteryear, laughing, and never really getting to the point, you will love today's perfectly unhinged episode.
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Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
Remarkably Bright Creatures by Sh...
2023-04-201h 02
How to Do the Pot185. A 4/20 Special: Reclaiming the Word ‘STONER’Today we are celebrating one of our favorite holidays with an episode all about the word stoner! Through listener feedback and expert insights, we explore the many meanings and connotations of the word — from its negative origins to its evolving definition as a term of pride for cannabis enthusiasts. We’ll also highlight the important role that cannabis has played in many women’s lives, from improving mental and physical health to enhancing creativity and joy. Whether you identify as a stoner or not, this episode offers a thought-provoking exploration of the intersection of language, culture, and cannabis.
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2023-04-1818 min
Weaving Magick64: Cookie PTSD with Ellen VandeverEllen Vandever is a Young Adult Mystery author who finally figured out a way to live her childhood dream of being Nancy Drew. She currently lives in the North Georgia mountains with her husband, almost six-year-old son, and adorable rescue dog. When she’s not writing, Ellen enjoys reading, playing overly complicated board games, and doing all things crafty. Have you ever felt like what you were doing wasn't enough or that there was more you could be doing, and yet if was impossible to walk away from your current job or life choice without ther...
2023-04-1150 min
How to Do the Pot181. Essential Strains: GREEN CRACK, Smile While You Move Your Body (despite it's name!)Get ready to discover a new essential strain for your cannabis stash! Although the name might seem intimidating, Green Crack is a classic get-up-and-go strain that delivers an energizing and cerebral high without anxiety or racing thoughts. In this episode, we’ll share a brief history of the strain and give you some tips on how to consume it. Plus, tune in to find out how Snoop Dogg is connected to this essential strain!
Thank you to our guest Alyssa Yeoman and Marley Fair!
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2023-03-2109 min
Modern Singer30: Navigating Long-Distance RelationshipsAs traveling musicians, long-distance relationships can seem inevitable. Whether you’re already in one or if you’re traversing it for the first time this summer, long-distance relationships can feel very isolating. This week, Ellen and Alyssa are diving in to help you find your favorite ways to communicate with your partner to keep you feeling the love no matter where you are!
Resources:
How to Survive a Long-Distance Relationship
Surviving a Long-Distance Relationship at a Summer YAP
Love and Marriage: Ways to Feed Your Creative and Romantic Hear...
2023-03-1922 minModern Singer28: Yoga for Singers with AlyssaWe’re excited to bring you a gentle yoga flow! Give yourself some love this month and find time for yourself to just move your body. Use it as your warm-up for auditions, shows, or just your day! Want to hear more? Check out Alyssa’s yoga podcast Go with the Flow! We’ll see you next time.
Have questions you want answered? Shoot us a DM on Instagram or submit a topic request on our website. We’ll see y’all back here in February!
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2023-02-1824 minModern Singer27: 12 Ways to Deal With Impostor SyndromeWelcome back to Season 2! We’re starting this year off by talking about mental health. Imposter syndrome is something that affects people around the world no matter their career choice. Join Ellen and Alyssa as they start to dive into some great steps to move forward in your mental health journey!
Have questions you want answered? Shoot us a DM on Instagram or submit a topic request on our website. We’ll see y’all back here in February!
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Impostor Syndrome - What it is and how to...
2023-02-0438 minModern Singer24: Getting Organized with Kay at The Organized SopranoIf you know you know, but if you don’t, Ellen and Alyssa LOVE organizing! So, who better than to bring onto the podcast but Kay from The Organized Soprano?! We’re talking all things about how to live your most organized life as a singer today in a busy world and some priorities and advice straight from Kay.
Don’t forget to submit your PFOs for our last episode of the year! Email your PFOs to info@modern-singer.com OR submit your stories HERE!
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2022-11-1233 minModern Singer23: Superstitions of the Opera WorldHappy Halloween, Modern Singers! This week, Ellen and Alyssa are talking all things backstage superstition. What’s your superstition before a show?
Don’t forget to submit your PFOs for our last episode of the year! Email your PFOs to info@modern-singer.com OR submit your stories HERE!
Have questions you want answered? Shoot us a DM on Instagram or submit a topic request on our website.
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2022-10-3023 min
ImamesstooAlyssa Ellens, “I was put on earth to bring people joy.”Alyssa Ellen’s shares with us the most raw and vulnerable story. I feel so honored to be able to know her, to do some of life with her, and to have ears to hear this impactful journey. I pray hearing this story can impact you like it did me. Our testimony of all Gods goodness and love despite the hard messy lives we have lived cannot for anything but change and impact us. Enjoy this story where Alyssa shares. “I’m a mess too.”
2022-10-2744 min
Positive Birth AustraliaS3 EP99: Alyssa Booth - Positive induction/short cervix/low fluid + Homebirths/precipitous laboursFeaturing on today’s show is mother-of-three and birth doula, Alyssa.
After a routine ultrasound discovered that Alyssa had a shortened cervix and low fluid, she was prepped for an induction at 39 weeks. Only a short-time after having her waters ruptured, she gave birth to her daughter in the bath without any further interventions.
Having had such a positive experience with her induction she decided to give up her MGP spot, instead choosing to stay in the comfort of her home to birth her second baby. Labouring on her deck as the sun rose and the birds sang in the ba...
2022-10-1248 min
The Title IX and Civil Rights PodcastTitle IX, Pat Summitt, and Tennessee's Trailblazers with Mary Ellen PethelDan Schorr and Alyssa-Rae McGinn are joined by Mary Ellen Pethel to discuss her new book, "Title IX, Pat Summitt, and Tennessee's Trailblazers: 50 Years, 50 Stories" (Episode 68)
2022-09-2319 min
Rock Your MidlifeSubstance, Style, and Empowerment at MidlifeThere are plenty of things to be anti about:
Anti-discrimination, anti-drug, anti-oppression, anti-poverty, and anti-sickness. Aging isn’t one of them. We need to become pro-aging and embrace the opportunities that aging provides. -Jamie Lee Curtis
Midlife is a time of renaissance, recreation, and rebirth and can be the absolute best time of your life. However, getting to that empowered, confident place can be challenging. If you’re struggling or feeling stuck today’s show is going to empower and inspire you to create a life that you don’t need a vacation from.
We’re talking with two amazing midlife wo...
2022-09-2100 minRock Your MidlifeSubstance, Style, and Empowerment at MidlifeThere are plenty of things to be anti about:
Anti-discrimination, anti-drug, anti-oppression, anti-poverty, and anti-sickness. Aging isn’t one of them. We need to become pro-aging and embrace the opportunities that aging provides. -Jamie Lee Curtis
Midlife is a time of renaissance, recreation, and rebirth and can be the absolute best time of your life. However, getting to that empowered, confident place can be challenging. If you’re struggling or feeling stuck today’s show is going to empower and inspire you to create a life that you don’t need a vacation from.
We’re talking with two amazing midlife wo...
2022-09-2100 min
Modern Singer18: Preview - Learn Your Music the Right Way WorkbookJoin Ellen and Alyssa this week with just a touch of chaos as they start to scratch the surface of the Modern Singer Learn Your Music the Right Way Workbook (shop...?) Want to learn more? Check out the Workbook in our Etsy shop!
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2022-08-0518 min
Fossils and FictionResearch Journal: A Hidden Vulture and Sauropod TeethIn this edition of the Fossils and Fiction Research Journal, we hear from Dr Ellen Mather who was lead author on a paper reclassifying a long-known eagle fossil as instead belonging to Australia's first known vulture, and Dr Stephen Poropat who describes the discovery of sauropod teeth from Queensland.
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Poropat SF, Frauenfelder TG, Mannion PD, Rigby SL, Pentland AH, Sloan T, Elliott DA. 2022. Sauropod dinosaur teeth fromthe lower Upper Cretaceous Winton Formation ofQueensland, Australia and the global record ofearly titanosauriforms. R. Soc. Open Sci.9:220381. https://doi.org/10.1098/rsos.220381
Mather EK, Lee MSY, Worthy TH. 2022. A new loo...
2022-07-2221 minModern Singer17: Life Chats & Organizing Your Music for Auditions, Teaching, and BeyondJoin Ellen and Alyssa this week in a life chat on everything from house renos to why getting a degree doesn’t have to limit your life choices. Later, we talk all about how to organize your music for auditions, teaching, and more to set yourself up for success wherever you are!
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2022-07-081h 07
How to Do the Pot141. Weed Words: STONER - From Shame to FameWhat comes to mind when you hear the word “Stoner?” In today’s episode of Weed Words, we look back on the evolution of the word — from its shame-ridden roots in the early 20th century to its, well, rebrand! Over the last decade, cannabis enthusiasts have begun to reclaim the term as they speak out about having happier, healthier, and more productive lives that include weed. But even as cannabis is quickly legalizing and the meaning of the word is changing, not everyone has hopped on the bandwagon quite yet. Tune in for more exploration.
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2022-06-1415 min
Modern Singer15: Questions to Ask A New Voice Teacher or CoachFinding a new coach or teacher can be a huge stressor no matter what part of your career you’re in. Get prepared for your next steps with some of the questions Ellen, Alyssa, and Fortissimo raised this week! What are you looking forward to discussing next?
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Grad School Step One: Find A Teacher
Top Tips We Wish We Knew Before Starting School
7 Questions to Ask When Looking for a Singing Teacher
Is Your Voice Teacher the Right Fit for You? 3 Questions to...
2022-06-0923 minModern Singer14: Setting Your Voice Studio up for SuccessWe’ve gone over the basics, so now let’s dive in deeper. This week, we’re going into some more details about how to set up your voice studio for success! Ellen and Alyssa talk all things goals, planning, money, and did we mention goals?! Yeah, 100%.
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2022-05-2626 min
Buttons BabesHow You Doing? (Joey From Friends Voice On) - Mental Health Check In Mental Health Check In https://youtu.be/EWXnoF-493UEllen Pompeo podcast, 38:10 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tell-me-with-ellen-pompeo/id1586148064?i=1000551252173
2022-05-0851 min
2024 Our StoryWhat is SCORE?Although this podcast is published through SCORE (Scripps Communities of Resources and Empowerment), we haven’t had a chance to really talk about what the office is. Due to the pandemic and the transition from online learning to being back in-person, the SCORE staff is almost entirely new – this has caused a general lack of knowledge on the origin of SCORE. In our final episode of the 2021-22 school year, we sit down to give an overview of SCORE's history while diving into what it does today and the resources that are available to students through the office.
2022-05-0624 min2024 Our StoryIdentity CLORG Spotlight: AASUIn the second episode in a series highlighting identity CLORGS at Scripps, we're joined by Emma Tao '23, one of the leadership members of AASU (the Asian American Student Union), as she discusses the CLORG's current projects, the difference between AASU and AASP, how she got involved, and much more.
2022-04-2914 min2024 Our StoryTesting Positive for COVID-19 at Scripps feat. Scarlette McCulloughWhile there is excitement surrounding being back in-person and on-campus, many students have faced a reality of catching COVID-19 during the semester. This week, we sit down with Scarlette McCullough '24, a CMS athlete who tested positive for COVID-19 in the spring 2022 semester and who was placed in isolation due to symptom tracking in the fall 2021 semester. Listen in as we discuss what isolation looked like, how Scarlette dealt with the situation, and her experiences coming back to campus.
2022-04-2240 min2024 Our StoryInside SAS: Planning Events feat. Kaitlyn ChenYou've seen the parties – maybe event been to them – but what exactly goes into planning 5C events? Kaitlyn Chen '24, the SAS Vice President of Student Activities, joins us to discuss the process and how she's navigated reactions to what SAS has put on as we've returned back to campus.
2022-04-1530 min2024 Our StoryZoom classes aren't for me... taking a leave of absence feat. Jon'nae SylvesterWhat happened when you realized online college courses weren't for you? This week we're joined by Jon'nae Sylvester '24 who took a leave of absence during the spring 2021 semester as we discuss the process, what it means for the rest of her time at Scripps, and more.
2022-04-0823 min2024 Our StoryIdentity CLORG Spotlight: Watu Weusi feat. Niva LaurentThis week we begin a long-awaited series featuring identity CLORGs (clubs and organizations) at Scripps! Ellen and Alyssa are joined by Niva Laurent one of the co-leaders of Watu Weusi as they discuss what the CLORG does, how Niva got involved, and more about being a person of color at a PWI. -Watu Weusi is Scripps’ black student union that functions as a collective to support people of African descent both at Scripps and beyond in endeavors of socio-political, cultural, personal, and spiritual existence and resistance.
2022-03-1117 min2024 Our StoryCelebrating Religious and/or Cultural Holidays at Scripps feat. Ella Lehavi and Prekshi LohiaWhat happens when you celebrate a cultural or religious holiday that isn't acknowledged by the Scripps academic calendar? In the first episode of the Spring 2022 semester, Ellen and Alyssa are joined by Ella Lehavi '24 and Prekshi '24 to discuss how the school navigates these situations based on experiences from the Fall 2021 semester.
2022-02-1936 min
How to Do the Pot122. Where to Start if You're New To Weed - or Back After A Long Break!Thinking back over the past few years, the questions we get from women are mostly in five categories: how to use cannabis for stress, sleep, sex, chronic pain and fun. Today we are going to make it easy for you with an enticing clip from an episode about these five topics, plus a little guidance for when you’re ready to learn more.
Featuring: Alyssa Yeoman, Dr. Jessica Knox, Julia Jacobson, Kerrigan Behrens, Carlen Costa and Abby Weems
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2022-02-0116 min
Queens, Quests, and TropesChapter 13: Our Childhood Bookish FavoritesWelcome back, and happy new year QQTs! 👑It is Chapter 13 and we're discussing novels that shaped us. Thank you all for joining us this week, we've missed youThis week Molly and Alyssa will reminisce on all the series they read growing up. Don't worry, this isn't another hour of Tolkein (as much as Alyssa could go on and on). Instead, they discuss series that scared, traumatized, and formed them! One thing reigns true... dragons are always a good idea!Follow Molly (@thebibliophileblonde), Alyssa (@alyssanwelt), as well as the podcast at (@quee...
2022-01-0634 min2024 Our StoryFinding Your PeopleWhat does it mean to "find your people" and how do you know someone is "your person"? In this episode, we discuss our experiences finding our support systems while at Scripps as well some of the lessons we've learned along the way.
2021-11-0422 min2024 Our StoryLet's get comfortable with our mental health resourcesIf you're anything like us, you've been wondering what services MCAPS actually has and how you can utilize them. Or maybe what wellness resources the Tiernan Field House provides that aren't just physical. In this week's episode, we sit down and go through all of the information we've compiled about mental health resources that Scripps students can utilize.
2021-10-2827 min2024 Our StoryWe feel the pressureTime flew by and now we're halfway through the fall semester! While it's exciting to think about, it also raises a lot of questions about our futures and where we go from here. Have we decided our majors? Do we feel supported right now? In this episode, we pick up from where we started two weeks ago to figure out where we fall in the college timeline and whether or not we feel ready for everything that has yet to come.
2021-10-2113 min2024 Our StoryMidterms are coming...As our first in-person midterms arrive, it's hard not to be stressed. What can we do to check-in on ourselves and take the steps necessary to maintain our mental health? In this episode, we reflect on how we're handling stress and how our mental health has fared over the last few weeks.
2021-10-0721 minChart Your CareerEp 38 The Cutting Edge of Your DreamsHeidi and Ellen talk to Alyssa and Brynnen. Alyssa got a master's degree in puppetry and is looking for a job in a creative field. Since the pandemic and the disappearance of live events, it has been hard to find something in the areas she loves. She is feeling a bit lost and hopeless. Similarly, Brynnen has found the last year to be a stressful and unknowing time. She has previously designed the interiors for luxury hotels but wants to move on to doing something smaller and more of her own making. She feels a bit daunted and confused ab...
2021-10-0630 min2024 Our StoryMaking Friends: the SequelLast year we thought about what it was like to make friends online. Now, we're thinking about what it's been like to make and maintain friendships in-person! Have we maintained friendships in-person that we started online? What's it like to make friends in-person after a year of isolation? Join us as we dive into the conversation.
2021-10-0120 min2024 Our StoryFeeling homesick? Us too.With almost a month of on-campus living under our belts, it's hard not to think about the places and people we were surrounded by over the past year. In this episode, we discuss what exactly we are homesick for and how we've been dealing with it over the past few weeks.
2021-09-2424 min
What Really Matters - Powered by Weatherhead School of ManagementDr. Ellen Van Oosten & Claudia Diaz Singer - A Conversation on Organizational HealthEkta welcomes Dr. Ellen Van Oosten, Master Coach and professor of Organizational Behavior, and Claudia Diaz Singer, Director of Talent Development with The J.M. Smucker Co. for a conversation on organizational health. Hear their thoughts how to build a strong culture, leadership, coaching, and more. Let's find out What Really Matters!
2021-06-1750 min
Woe Is MediaEp. 13: Credit when Ellen is ThroughWe're back! This week we're talking AT&T breaking some of their times, how to get your credit in check, Ellen DeGeneres leaving the daytime circuit, and scalding hot tea on the representation of API characters in recent top grossing filmsUSC API Study: https://assets.uscannenberg.org/docs/aii_aapi-representation-across-films-2021-05-18.pdf
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2024 Our StoryA 15 hour difference - life online as an International student feat. Madeline SafaviHow does time difference affect international students taking online classes? In this episode, Ellen and Alyssa are joined by Madeline Safavi ’24, an international student living in Singapore this academic year with a 15 hour time difference. She discusses taking a leave of absence, how the time difference affected her health, and how she stayed connected to the Scripps community.
2021-05-1728 min2024 Our StorySteminists: STEM onlineAfter taking biology and chemistry classes at Keck (the shared science department between Scripps, Pitzer, and Claremont McKenna) this year, Ellen and Alyssa share their experience of STEM classes and how they’ve navigated lab online.
2021-05-1025 min2024 Our StoryMaking Scripps your own feat. Ana RodriguezFor the first time on 2024 Our Story, Ellen and Alyssa are joined by an upperclassman! Ana Rodríguez ’23, a rising junior, shares her experience of leaving campus as a freshman due to the pandemic, how being involved at Scripps has helped her stay engaged with the community, and some advice for incoming freshmen and rising sophomores.
2021-05-0427 min2024 Our StoryRunning for SAS online feat. Blessing RolandSAS (Scripps Associated Students) holds elections each year for different student government positions such as class president, diversity and inclusivity chair, etc. In this episode, Ellen and Alyssa are joined by Blessing Roland ‘24 who was the first-year class president and will hold the faculty-staff relations chair next year. She talks about her experience running for SAS positions online and how to deal with the social media pressure of running.
2021-04-2628 min2024 Our StoryAm I tired or is that just zoom fatigue? feat. Kirsten EngberCheck out the Birthing Project on Instagram: @claremontbpusaOnline classes… are they good or bad? In this episode Ellen and Alyssa are joined by Kirsten Engber ’24 as they discuss their experiences in a Zoom campus while at Scripps and the tips they’ve been using to navigate them.
2021-04-2030 min2024 Our StoryThese Unprecedented Times: Hate crimes against the AAPI community2020 and 2021 are often described as “unprecedented times”, but what exactly does that mean? In the first part of a series of episodes discussing current events, Ellen and Alyssa talk about how they’re processing recent hate crimes against the AAPI community and how to feel supported during this time.-Recorded on March 26th, 2021
2021-04-1228 min
SCORE PodcastEpisode 10: The First-Year Remote Experience at ScrippsIn this episode join Daphne, Alyssa, and Ellen as they share their experiences with remote learning at Scripps College.
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2021-04-0743 min2024 Our StoryAttending a PWI (Primarily White Institution) feat. Anais MartinezLike many liberal colleges across the U.S., Scripps College is a PWI (primarily white institution). What does this mean for students of color? In this episode of 2024 Our Story, Ellen and Alyssa are joined by Anais Martinez ’24 as they discuss how they’ve navigated Scripps’ identity-based CLORGS (clubs and organizations) and think about what life will be like on campus in fall 2021.
2021-04-0525 min2024 Our StoryJust checking in- how was your first week?Starting the second semester of online college, Ellen and Alyssa reflect on the end of their first week of the 2021 spring semester. From breakout rooms, to icebreakers, listen to stories of their Zoom experience and how their perceptions of time have changed.
2021-03-2929 min2024 Our StoryI’m sorry- did you say PERM? feat. Susan Park and Izzy SilvaWe’ve all experienced that one moment when the dread hits- you’re going to have to PERM for a class. With it, the excitement of getting the PERM accepted or the sadness of its rejection ensues. In this episode, Ellen and Alyssa are joined by guests Susan Park ’24 and Izzy Silva ’24 as they talk about what PERMing is, their first experiences with PERMs, and class registration.
2021-03-2229 min2024 Our StoryDoes the truth even exist?The Class of 2024’s Core 1 experience has been different than every other Scripps graduating class. Ellen and Alyssa talk about the new formatting and share some of our thoughts from the class. In the end, have they figured out what truth is?Below you will find a list of the books discussed within this episode:Minor Feelings: https://bookshop.org/books/minor-feelings-an-asian-american-reckoning/9781984820365Letters From a Peruvian Woman: https://bookshop.org/books/letters-from-a-peruvian-woman/9780873527781Citizen: An American Lyric: https://bookshop.org/books/citizen-an-american-lyric/9781555976903Othello: https://bookshop.or...
2021-03-0828 min
The Hybrid Lab with Dr. Alyssa OlenickEP 21: Get a Better Coach and Be a Better Coach with Stan DuttonStan Dutton is an unapologetic dog dad, frozen pizza connoisseur, and life-long learner with over 10 years of experience in the fitness industry. He’s built multiple businesses, at 22 he was the owner of a 2,000 square foot training facility valued at over $1,000,000 within just 4 years - after closing his gym, Stan got tired of seeing the best salespeople make the most money through unethical marketing, “Rapid fat loss programs” and crash diets… And he’s working tirelessly to create a world in which coaches gain the knowledge that they should have learned on day one from their certifications - how to inspire...
2021-03-011h 222024 Our StoryTo go or not to go… feat. Grace HillWhen Scripps announced its plans for the Fall 2020 semester, students were given the choice to enroll or to defer for a semester or a year. In this episode, Ellen and Alyssa welcome guest Grace Hill ’24 to discuss how they made their decisions and their experiences
2021-02-2328 min2024 Our StoryI’ve never met you, but I’m pretty sure we’re BFF’s!How do you make friends when you’ve never met anyone at your new school? What does it look like to be friends when you can’t see each other on campus? In this episode, Ellen and Alyssa discuss how they became friends and their experiences making friends in an online setting.
2021-02-2029 min
2024 Our StoryGraduation... in a pandemic?In the first episode of this brand new podcast, Scripps College students Ellen '24 and Alyssa '24 discuss what it was like finishing high school with school shut-downs and the creative ways their schools held graduation ceremonies with COVID-19 restrictions in mind.
2021-01-2324 min
Wildlife Health Connections#3: Ellen Martinsen, PhD - The Maven of Malaria in WildlifeEllen Martinsen, PhD is a leading researcher of malaria parasites in wildlife. These are microscopic parasites that live in the blood, and while tiny in size they can cause big problems. These parasites are found in wildlife on almost every continent, and maybe even in your own backyard. In this episode, Ellen breaks it down for us and shares some of her most surprising research findings. I also catch up with her graduate student Alyssa Neuhaus who tells us what it’s like working with Ellen, and explains what human cadavers have to do with it all.
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2020-11-2732 min
Not Your Mom's Romance Book ClubAn Extraordinary Union by Alyssa ColeEllen and Mom chat about the injustices and intimacies in An Extraordinary Union by Alyssa Cole. Plus, our anticipation for the upcoming Bridgerton series!Come hang out with us! Twitter/Instagram: @notyourmomsromFacebook Group: Not Your Mom's Facebook GroupEmail: notyourmomsromancebookclub@gmail.comNot Your Mom's Romance Book Club is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. You can find more outstanding podcasts to subscribe to at Frolic.media/podcasts!
2020-10-1949 min
Back 2 You! on Radio MisfitsBack 2 You – Ellen DeGeneres or the DMV?Howard and Steve get into one of life’s necessary but dreaded experiences—The DMV, Plus is Ellen really as evil as people are saying and who might replace her. (Ep44)
2020-08-0658 min
Ellen Tha Great PodcastA Convo w/ Alyssa Goss & Candice Renée (from Tyler Perry's BRUH on BET+)I had the pleasure of chatting it up with Alyssa Goss and Candice Renée about their roles in TYLER PERRY’S ‘BRUH.’ Exclusively available on BET+, the series examines the contemporary world of dating, career and friendship through the lens of four African American men with a brother-like bond. John, Tom, Mike and Bill are four college friends now in their thirties.
2020-07-2700 min
The 'What The Fuck Is Up' PodcastEpisode 10 // Ellen Halbert, Dorm Murders and Dawn of the Dead.Hey guys, welcome back! In episode 10, we chat more about Dead by Daylight's new Silent Hill chapter. Alyssa shares the survival of Ellen Halbert and Taryn talks us through some dorm murders and the amazing Dawn of the Dead. https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ please click here to be redirected to a page that gives you plenty of petitions to sign and places to donate. THIS DOES NOT GO AWAY WHEN THE TOPIC STOPS TRENDING. Follow our socials and feel free to review us on Podchaser.com! Podcast Email: wtfisuppod@outlook.com // Podcast twitter - @WtfisupPod // Taryn's socials - twitter - @T...
2020-06-281h 59
The CX Live!The CX Live! Episode 4: Virtual Briefings w/ Ellen Barnes Pfiffner, Alyssa Taylor, and Kevin PowersIn this episode, we’ve brought together a panel of experts to discuss the current need for shift to virtual briefings. The current state of business is forcing several companies to reimagine their customer experience programs for short-term effectiveness and long-term sustainability. Each of the guests on this podcast bring a unique insight to the conversation from facilitation, to technology, and a real-life use cases.Episode Highlights:@ 6:23 ELLEN BARNES-PFIFFNER - INTERNAL MARKETING, PLANNING & AGENDA, FACILITATION & ETIQUETTEShifting focus to create highly personalized, customized, internal eventsWhich audiences you need to reach out to and...
2020-04-1548 min
Getting Kids To ListenAlyssa Blask Campbell - CEO of Seed and Sew LLC and Host of Voices of Your VillageOn this episode, we have a leading expert in emotional development to talk about getting kids to listen. She is Alyssa Blask Campbell, also the CEO of Seed and Sew, LLC. She speaks to people around the world, hosts a podcast called Voices of Your Village and was featured in publications such as The Washington Post, Kids VT and Family Education. Alyssa is deeply passionate about building emotional intelligence in children, stating, “It’s never too early or too late to start.” Alyssa’s show up as you are approach welcomes people into her village to get support at all ages...
2020-04-1042 min
The Social Workers Radio Talk ShowThe UAlbany Big Event: A Virtual SuccessIn this episode, we discuss the UAlbany Big Event that occurred this past weekend... virtually. In the first half of the segment, we speak with the Dr. Martha Asselin who is the Director of the UAlbany Center for Leadership and Service and the Assistant Director, Cheryl Simmons.The second half we are joined by Dr. Mary Ellen Mallia who is the Director of the Office of Environmental Sustainability at UAlbany. She discusses the #FillItForward campaign that was launched this past weekend at the Big Event and other initiatives that the Green Scene will be launching.
2020-04-0637 minTo Hump A Pillow with Coach Ellen Melon#9. Vaginal tearing during child labor: Sex, anatomy, fear, and lessons learned - with AlyssaAre you having a baby soon? Your FIRST baby soon? Lots of women express "not knowing enough" or being "terrified of the pain" during their first childbirth — Vaginal tearing being at the top of that list. Perineal tears are tears that occur between the vaginal opening and your anus, and are very common, and heal quickly, however not many people get the full education and outlook on their options. That's what Alyssa will be telling us about today – the information she wished she would have known ahead of delivering her first child. In this episode, she sh...
2020-03-2556 min
Pillars of FranchisingCommunity Voices Chat – Feb 19, 2020Community Voices Chat for Feb 19, 2020, Talking with members of the community about the topics that matter Every other Wednesday we will be talking with members of the community about the topics of the week.Broadcast date: Feb 19, 2020 at 7:00p Est/ 6:00p Cst / 5:00p Mst / 4:00p PstGuests:Frances Esthers - The Elegant TomboyEllen Huxtable, MBASpecial Guest Co-Host: Ke Kai Kealoha - The Aloha ChickCall in at 323-580-5755 to ask questions or listen. Live chat at https://linkedlocalnetwork.comInterested in bec...
2020-02-2029 min
Meet/CuteAll My Ex's Live in (a yurt)ALL MY EX'S LIVE IN (A YURT): Arnie and Alyssa’s past comes back to haunt them. Arnie’s aversion to tea WILL BE tested. Mike and Jackie will have to deal with the fallout. TO THE WOODS! This episode was a co-production of MIM Creatives and Techmagic Design.Created and Directed by Joseph H WhiteAudio directed and designed by Robert Horbostel Produced by Ellen Domonkos White Written by Cara Winter StarringAlicia Frame as JackieNatal...
2019-09-1600 min