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Someone's ThunderSam MirpoorianSam Mirpoorian joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about documentary film-making, the festival circuit and being inspired by the midwest. Sam is an award-winning film-maker who edits his work which often focuses on social issues. To find out more about Sam and find where to see his films. visit his website and insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-12-0344 minSomeone's ThunderRegina ManningRegina Manning joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about teaching, self-care and the beauty industry. Regina is a licensed esthetician, beauty blogger, and skin enthusiast. To find out more about more, visit her insta and the website for the Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-11-1941 minSomeone's ThunderEli Marcus of The Motivation Show PodcastEli Marcus joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about motivation, networking and getting out of your comfort zone. Eli is affectionately known as the Mayor of Times Square and is a hospitality professional and podcaster. To find out more about more, visit his insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-11-0542 minSomeone's ThunderCourtney RomanoCourtney Romano joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about listening to your heart, switching mediums, and creating meaningful goals. Courtney is a filmmaker, writer, actor, producer and podcaster. To find out more about more, visit her website and insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-10-2244 minSomeone's ThunderChrista Scott Reed & Brian Letchworth of Occasional Drawl ProductionsChrista Scott Reed & Brian Letchworth of Occasional Drawl Productions join Stephanie and Angela to talk about their current production of Blood of the Lamb at 59E59 through Oct 20th, 2024 as well as the success and support they've created as a producing team. To find out more about the team, visit the Occasional Drawl insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-10-0854 minSomeone's ThunderVivienne BeneschVivienne Benesch joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about her career directing, acting and her current experience as a Producing Artistic Director in her eighth full year with PlayMakers Repertory Company in North Carolina after over a decade as the Artistic Director for Chautauqua Theater Company and Conservatory. A proud NYU grad, Vivienne shares about some of her favorite teachers, and her own goals when teaching. To find out more about Vivienne, visit her insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-09-2451 minSomeone's ThunderKelsey RainwaterKelsey Rainwater joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about teaching, being a fight and intimacy director, and unexpected opportunities. Kelsey is an actor and current teacher for Yale. To find out more about Kelsey, visit her insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-09-1033 minSomeone's ThunderHeather StricklandHeather Strickland joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about being a fight and intimacy director, collaboration and what consent looks like in rehearsal. Heather is a theater artist and former dancer working in North Carolina. To find out more about Heather and her work, visit the Theatre Raleigh website and her insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-08-2734 minSomeone's ThunderStephen Burdman & NY Classical TheatreStephen Burdman joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about accessibility, redefining classics and panoramic theatre. Stephen Burdman founded New York Classical Theatre in 2000 and is the vision behind the creation of Panoramic Theatre, and is celebrating their twenty-fifth season of providing free performances while inviting new audiences into green spaces. To find out more about Stephen and the company, visit the New York Classical Theatre website and insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-08-1354 minSomeone's ThunderMartin PlattMartin Platt joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about theater, music and breaking rules. Martin is a Tony Award winning producer, director, proud Carnegie Mellon alum and much more. To find out more about Martin, visit the Perry Street Theatricals website and Facebook.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-07-3052 minSomeone's ThunderFrank GappaFrank Gappa joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about music, gigging, and opting for physical media on his latest album. Frank is an indie musician and singer-songwriter. To find out more about Frank, visit his website and insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-07-1637 minSomeone's ThunderEncore Episode Jimmy Awards & Rachel ReinerIn celebration of the recent 15th annual Jimmy Awards, we're re-releasing our interview with Rachel Reiner.Rachel Reiner joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about making connections, encouraging support, and being unapologetically multifaceted. Rachel is the director of Audience Engagement at the Broadway League, the managing director of Resonance Ensemble, Executive Director of the Jimmy Awards and more! Rachel created the site careers.broadway and leads the Broadway Bridges program through the Broadway League.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-07-0238 minSomeone's ThunderMichael RafalowichMichael Rafalowich joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about music, collaboration and a love for the obscure. Michael is a musician, dj, writer and reporter; part of the power trio of The Golden Grass. To find out more about Michael, visit his insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-06-181h 07Someone's ThunderJasmine HirstJasmine Hirst joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about documentaries, hard times and healing with art. Jasmine is a filmmaker, photographer and artist originally from Brisbane who now lives in New York City. To find out more about Jasmine, visit her insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-06-0434 minSomeone's ThunderJulia KnightJulia Knight joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about her experience as a birth doula, noticing and molding energetic environments, and auditioning while breastfeeding. Julia began her career in dance and has worked as a fight choreographer, personal trainer, and now a birth doula alongside making art. To find out more about Julia, visit her insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-05-2137 minSomeone's ThunderChristopher ScottChristopher Scott joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about directing, becoming a teaching artist, and bringing originality to every performance. Christopher began his career as an actor both on and off Broadway before delving into directing and creating new works. To find out more about Christopher, visit his website and insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-05-0739 minSomeone's ThunderSpring Re-Release: Eliza Parrilla of Wardrobe BossHappy Spring! We are re-releasing a Someone's Thunder favorite Eliza of Wardrobe Boss. Eliza Parrilla joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about living authentically, survival jobs, and finding joy in self-expression. Eliza is a personal stylist and business owner who also has her own podcast. You can find out more about Eliza at her website and instagram.Edited by: Oliver KleinOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-04-2355 minSomeone's ThunderDani MartineckDani Martineck joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about gender-expansive performers, their short film and a bit of psychology. Dani is a non-binary performer, writer and producer based in New York. To find out more about Dani, visit their website and insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-04-0932 minSomeone's ThunderAllison Ward~MADAME FORTUNAAllison Ward joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about treasure-hunting, all things vintage and composition. Allison is the owner of Madame Fortuna (updated website coming soon) who started her career in photography. To find out more about Allison and the upcoming vintage show she'll be a part of in New York City this Spring, visit her shop and the show on insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-03-2639 minSomeone's ThunderSeema Desai Maglio Founder & CEO of The Found WordSeema Desai Maglio joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about the joy of writing, cultivating an audience and growing up in Queens. Seema is the CEO and founder of The Found Word which specializes in creating content for Law Firms. You can find out more about Seema at the Found Word website.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-03-1233 minSomeone's ThunderIzaak Sunleaf & Jaron Young of Boyband Breakup ~ The MusicalIzaak Sunleaf and Jaron Young join Stephanie and Angela to talk about comedy, self-producing, and their show: Boyband Breakup: The Musical. Izaak and Jaron met through the sketch comedy scene in New York and also share about stand up and parody writing. Tickets to their March 1st performance at Caveat in in the Lower East Side can be found here. You can find out more about Izaak and Jaron on instagram.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-02-2753 minSomeone's ThunderNed Morgan from Water CompassNed Morgan joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about the non-profit Water Compass, creativity in community messaging and the Statue of Liberty. Ned is an expert in environmental management and shares with us about building solar-powered water supply systems in rural communities to provide a reliable and sustainable source of clean water -specifically Uganda. You can find out more about Water Compass at their website and insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-02-1347 minSomeone's ThunderKara ArenaKara Arean joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about song writing, devised plays and accent work. Kara is an actor and singer/songwriter based in New York. You can find out more about Kara at her website and insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-01-3041 minSomeone's ThunderDennis Milam BensieDennis Milam Bensie joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about wig design, playing with dolls, and a daily dose of art. Dennis is a designer, author and educator. After twenty seasons with the Intiman Theater in Seattle, Dennis now teaches in the conservatory program at Webster University. Dennis manages several instagram accounts:DennisMilamBensie - overall personalDennyMinni - daily art with Denny MiniDennis_Milam_Bensie_Wigs - Wig PortfolioDennis_Did_That_Play - All the ShowsDennisPlaysWithDolls - All the DollsOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2024-01-1637 minSomeone's ThunderJoshua Sterling BraggJoshua Sterling Bragg joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about filmmaking, the digital media landscape, and inspiring stories from people living with rare diseases. Josh is the Senior Creative Director & Cinematographer for Believe Limited and the founder of Haunting Season. To find out more about Josh visit his website or TikTok.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-12-2640 minSomeone's ThunderDarius PhelpsDarius Phelps joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about poetry, continuing education, and finding inspiration through grief. Darius is a poet, illustrator, educator and activist. You can find out more about Darius at his insta. To find out more about classes and more at Brooklyn Poets, you can follow their insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-12-1240 minSomeone's ThunderMelissa Fitzgerald & ALLRISEMelissa Fitzgerald joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about service, hope and raising awareness through art. Melissa is the Director of Strategic Engagement at ALLRISE, a non-profit advocacy organization for justice system innovation addressing substance use and mental health at every intercept point. Melissa is also a producer, author and actress. You can find out more about Melissa at her insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-11-2853 minSomeone's ThunderRick Benjamin Founder & Artistic Director of The Paragon Ragtime OrchestraRick Benjamin joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about music, preservation efforts, and finding your audience. Rick is the Founder & Artistic Director of The Paragon Ragtime Orchestra which is an historic American music repertory ensemble which tours year-round throughout the United States and abroad. Along with over 30 years with The Paragon Ragtime Orchestra (which was founded when Rick was still a student at Juilliard), Rick conducts, arranges music, lectures and teaches Tuba and euphonium. You can find out more about Rick at his website or The Paragon Ragtime Orchestra's website.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahy...2023-11-1447 minSomeone's ThunderYahya Jeffries-ElYahya Jeffries-El joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about the dignity of being an artist, finding artistic nourishment, and being a native New Yorker. Yah is a recording artist, DJ, film-maker, actor and original collaborator on Someone's Thunder! You can find out more about Yah at his website and insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-10-3158 minSomeone's ThunderRachel ReinerRachel Reiner joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about making connections, encouraging support, and being unapologetically multifaceted. Rachel is the director of Audience Enagement at the Broadway League, the managing director of Resonance Ensemble, Executive Director of the Jimmy Awards and more! Rachel created the site careers.broadway and leads the Broadway Bridges program through the Broadway League.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-10-1737 minSomeone's ThunderLizzie McGrawLizzie McGraw joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about tenacity, design, and instantaneous manifestation. Lizzie is the owner of Tumbleweed and Dandelion and author of Creative Style: liveable loveable spaces. You can find out more about Lizzie at her website and the store's insta. To participate in the special give-away of Lizzie's first book, reach out to us on Someone's Thunder instagram *while supplies last!Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-10-0339 minSomeone's ThunderJames VasquezJames Vasquez joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about directing, the landscape of regional theater, and how a dog person can also love Caturday. James is a director, Resident Artist of The Old Globe Theatre and San Diego native. You can find out more about James on his website and insta. Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-09-1941 minSomeone's ThunderRachel KleinRachel Klein joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about directing, fostering community, and opulence on a budget. Rachel is a director and choreographer whose work has been seen all around New York City. You can find out more about Rachel on her website and insta. Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-09-0544 minSomeone's ThunderBrooke LeialohaBrooke Leialoha joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about music, intuition, and exploring legacy. Brooke is a multidimensional artist who creates visual art and music. She is also the author of several books, an entrepreneur, and a psychic medium. You can find out more about Brooke on her website and insta. Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-08-2253 minSomeone's ThunderIzaskun ZabalaIzaskun Zabala joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about craftsmanship, intuition, and creating heirlooms. Izaskun is a jewelry designer from Spain who has lived and worked around the world, including studying in Dublin and New York before creating her namesake brand. You can find out more about Izaskun on her website and insta. Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-08-0838 minSomeone's ThunderAndy EngelAndy Engel joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about the business of show, being a witness to history as a native New Yorker, and the rush of getting a laugh. Andy is the founder of the Manhattan Comedy School and a stand-up comedy producer with thirty years experience at clubs including the famous spots Gotham and Carolines. The child of two photographers (well known New York artists in their own right), Andy got 'pretty famous' calling into morning radio shows across the country with his impressions. Find out more about Andy and Manhattan Comedy School at their website and ins...2023-07-2539 minSomeone's ThunderAlejo ViettiAlejo Vietti joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about building his career, collaboration, and getting married after over twenty years with his partner. Alejo is an acclaimed costume designer who has worked on multiple Broadway premieres; he got his first US gig with legend Ann Roth after calling her from the phone book. You can find out more about Alejo on his insta. Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-07-1142 minSomeone's ThunderAmir ArisonAmir Arison joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about finding healing in his art, preparation, and gratitude. Amir is an actor, director and teacher who made his Broadway debut in 2022 starring in The Kite Runner after nine seasons in the NBC hit The Blacklist. You can find out more about Amir on his insta. Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-06-2759 minSomeone's ThunderBrian Vincent of "Make Me Famous" the movie & Red Splat ProductionsBrian Vincent joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about the discovery process in original work, tenacity, and the journey of his film "Make Me Famous." Brian is an actor, writer, director and documentary filmmaker. You can find out more about the film on insta, and with this exclusive link to tickets in New York this month (June '23). Live links as additional screenings are booked can be found here.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-06-1335 minSomeone's ThunderAngella Fraser & Leslie Osei-Tutu of Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn PodcastAngella Fraser returns along with her lifelong bestie: Dr Leslie Osei-Tutu. The pair join Angela and Stephanie for a special cross-over episode with their podcast: Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn. To find out more about Black Boomer Besties you can also visit the show's insta and YouTube.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-05-3054 minSomeone's ThunderPaul Florez-TaylorPaul Florez-Taylor joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about curiosity, coping mechanisms and discovering abundance beyond deprivation. Paul is a journalist, author and the head auctioneer at HUNT auctioneers - a unique company that hosts galas and fundraises for charitable organizations. You can find out more about Paul at his insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-05-1637 minSomeone's ThunderTom Alan RobbinsTom Alan Robbins Stephanie and Angela to talk about his book series The Twit Chronicles, playing the same role on Broadway for over a decade, and becoming well-rounded as an artist. Tom is an actor, singer and author; and finally taking credit as the originator of the "Happy Trails" tradition for actors exiting a run on Broadway. You can listen to the audio drama version of Twits in Love (the first of his series) as a podcast, and also find out more about Tom at his website and insta. Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya J...2023-05-0244 minSomeone'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 02Someone's ThunderBrendan Gonzales BostonBrendan Gonzales Boston joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about collaboration, research and engaging with a process. Brendan is a scenic designer and passionate storyteller. To find out more about Brendan, visit his website and insta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-04-0437 minSomeone's ThunderStephen Charles LincolnStephen Charles Lincoln joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about balance, confidence and keeping a local business afloat through the pandemic. Stephen is the founder of the Protein Bakery which opened in 1999 and has been featured on Oprah's O-list. Stephen is also a designer, model, fitness instructor, Wicked super-fan and overall inspiration. You can find out more about Stephen at his website and instagram, and at The Protein Bakery's inta.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-03-2142 minSomeone's ThunderSally PlassSally Plass joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about versatility, lifelong friendships and the Off and Off-Off Broadway movement. Sally is a pillar of the theatrical movement of the 70s, but as she says 'when you're in something, you don't see it.' Sally is still making theater as an actress, stage manager, designer or whatever is needed. She is the director of the Primary Stages Off-Broadway Oral History Project.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-03-0746 minSomeone's ThunderLauren Kennedy BradyLauren Kennedy Brady joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about community-building, taking risks and how singing helps keep her heart open. Lauren is the producing artistic director of Theatre Raleigh where she has both acted and directed and led the move and renovations of a new space for the non-profit. Lauren has worked on Broadway and the West End and has several albums as a vocalist. You can learn more about Lauren at her insta or Theatre Raleigh's.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-02-2145 minSomeone's ThunderMarchánt DavisMarchánt Davis joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about training, theatrical inspirations and his debut childen's book "A boy and his mirror." Marchánt has worked in theater, film and tv as a performer but also a producer and now an author. You can learn more about Marchánt at his insta and twitter.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-02-0756 minSomeone's ThunderJohn McCarthyJohn McCarthy joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about teamwork and support (including lawyers!) and having an international fanbase. John is a painter, chef, restauranteur, and an advisor to the New York Japanese Restaurant Association. You can learn more John and his website and his insta for art or food.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2023-01-2453 minSomeone's ThunderKyle Holmes & David Taylor-GomesKyle Holmes and David Taylor-Gomes join Stephanie and Angela to talk about surprises, supporting young artists and meeting a "moment" inside a show. Kyle and David are the creators of Ranked the Musical which was recently featured in the Documentary My So Called High School Rank on HBOMax. Kyle and David worked together in the drama department at a high school in California, and are now founders of Uproar Theatrics, a leader in digital licensing. You can learn more about the team and their work at the insta for Ranked, for Kyle, for David and for Uproar Theatrics.2023-01-101h 22Someone's ThunderKevin R FreeKevin R Free joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about x, x and x. Kevin is a multi-hyphenate: actor, director, writer, singer, artistic director and acclaimed audio book narrator. Kevin has a unique perspective with over thirty years professional experience in the theater, and is currently the artistic director at Mile Square Theatre in Hoboken. You can learn more about Kevin at his website and insta. Edited by: Oliver KleinOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-12-2742 minSomeone's ThunderLauna EddyLauna Eddy joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about inspiration, scaling up and the art of talking to strangers. Launa is a visual artist, sculptor and performance artist. Launa also creates videos and has worked in various art departments and set design for multiple mediums. You can learn more about Launa and her work at her website and insta.Edited by: Oliver KleinOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-12-131h 01Someone's ThunderThankful ThunderIn this special Thanksgiving Episode, Stephanie and Angela share their gratitude lists with updates from several of our recents guests.Link Love:KateRigghttps://katerigg.com/https://www.paint2power.com/ (Dec 4th)Simon Mandellhttps://www.thesimonshow.com/Shari Elmanhttps://sharielman.com/Jakob Plummerhttps://www.classicstage.org/current-season/black-odysseyAngella Frasierhttps://www.instagram.com/blackboomerbestiesbrooklyn/https://www.instagram.com/rhythmwigs/Leo Coletrainhttps://www.leocoltrane.com2022-11-2917 minSomeone's ThunderAngella FraserAngella Fraser joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about authenticity, staying open to surprises, and hair. Angella is a hair and wig supervisor, business owner, podcast host and hair evangelist. You can find out more about Angella on her Instagram, on her podcast and at Rhythm Wigs.Edited by: Oliver KleinOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-11-1556 minSomeone's ThunderGina PollaraGina Pollara joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about consistency, patience, and advocating for a vision. Gina is an architect, author and urban designer. While Gina stays off of social media, you can find out more about her upcoming project, The Triable Fire Memorial or the Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park, where she was the executive director.Edited by: Oliver KleinOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-11-011h 01Someone's ThunderBryan CogmanBryan Cogman joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about learning on his feet, meeting some of his heroes, and sharing creative opportunities. Bryan is an Emmy Award-winning writer & producer who is best known for Game of Thrones. You can find Bryan on twitter where he talks mostly about classic film.Edited by: Oliver KleinOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-10-1857 minSomeone's ThunderAnthony JacksonAnthony Jackson joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about partnership, experimentation, and food. Anthony is a producer on Taste the Nation, chief of staff to Padma Lakshmi, and a multi media strategist. Anthony shares about his journey through journalism to world travel and more; to find out more visit his website.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-10-0441 minSomeone's ThunderSimon MandalSimon Mandal joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about delivering delight, keeping a show fresh, and making magic. Simon is a headlining comedy magician who speaks openly about being an artist in the corporate world with his show. Simon works with several non-profits and also created the longest running free comedy show in New York, which lasted over fifteen years. To find out more visit his website.Edited by: Oliver KleinOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-09-2050 minSomeone's ThunderLiz MulkeyLiz Mulkey joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about listening to your own body, nonlinear storytelling and the drive to create. Liz is a choreographer, dancer, teacher and actress who has recently moved to Maine while continuing to work in New York and Los Angeles. To find out more about Liz, visit her website and instagram. Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-09-0648 minSomeone's ThunderDavid YepezDavid Yepez joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about mentorship, interactivity, and pursuing a knighthood. David is an artist and designer who creates work for people to touch, smell and interact with - including music boxes and furniture. Along with his own studio, David is the Art Director for Axios NYC, a collective of creative technologists. To see more of David's work, visit his instagram.Edited by: Oliver KleinOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-08-231h 05Someone's ThunderTarik FlannaganTarik Flannagan joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about finding the good in the world, changing one's own perspective, and creating calm in his hectic work. Tarik is a television producer who has worked across news, talk shows and more. To find out more about Tarik, visit his Instagram or Twitter. Edited by: Oliver KleinOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-08-0954 minSomeone's ThunderJolly AbrahamJolly Abraham joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about working across mediums and continents, defining personal success, and becoming a new parent. Jolly is an American Actress, living in Ireland. Her stage work includes the classics and many new plays, from regional theaters to Broadway, and she also shares about her film and tv experience. Edited by: Drake GeorgeOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-07-2653 minSomeone's ThunderScott CohenScott Cohen joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about interactivity in art, embracing impermanence, and the Burning Man Festival. Scott is the creator of the Life Cube Project as well as playwright and teacher. To find out more about The Life Cube Project and see visuals of installations from 2011 forward, visit https://lifecubeproject.com/ Edited by: Drake GeorgeOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-07-1250 minSomeone's ThunderJeff FasanoJeff Fasano joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about creating comfort for his photography subjects while knowing what he wants his art to say. Jeff has photographed celebrities, musicians and theater artists for decades, has a photography book coming soon, and also is a host on the podcast/live talk show Real Men Real Talk Live. To find out more about Jeff and see his photography, visit his website and instagram.Edited by: Oliver KleinOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-06-281h 00Someone's ThunderKate RiggKate Rigg joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about being art, activism, culture and community. Kate is a whirlwind of creativity in acting, hosting, writing, music and more. You can find out more about Kate's multiple projects at her website and her instagram.Edited by: Drake GeorgeOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-06-1445 minSomeone's ThunderWendy and Richard Pini of ElfQuestWendy and Richard Pini join Stephanie and Angela to talk about world building, being and having fans, and their long-running independent fantasy series ElfQuest. Wendy and Richard married in 1972 after a comic book related letter writing courtship, and by Comic-Con 1978 they were selling copies of ElfQuest. At Comic-Con 2019, Wendy and Richard Pini were inducted into the Eisner Awards Hall of Fame. Edited by: Oliver KleinOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-05-311h 13Someone's ThunderKent GashKent Gash joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about cultivating a creative network, inclusivity, and expanding the definition of "classics." Kent is the newly appointed Artistic Director of the Acting Company. He has directed at many of the most prestigious theaters in the United States and is an Arts Professor at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. Edited by: Drake GeorgeOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-05-1746 minSomeone's ThunderMargot HarleyMargot Harley joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about building a company, creating opportunities, and finding calm in chaos. Margot is the co-founder of the Acting Company, which turns 50 this year. She was also the Administrator of the Drama Division of The Juilliard School for its first twelve years, and a prolific producer on Broadway, off-Broadway, London and more. Before all these accomplishments, Margot was a professional dancer and a Fulbright scholar. Edited by: Drake GeorgeOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-05-0337 minSomeone's ThunderEva ArmstrongEva Armstrong joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about following your heart, tenacity and the unconditional love of dogs. Eva is the owner and co-founder of Eva's Play Pups "the ultimate doggy destination" a 66 acre farm near the Poconos that boards dogs year round (they have special van transport for nyc doggies to enjoy sleep-away camp). Eva's passion for rescue dogs led her to co-found the non-profit rescue organization Badass Animal Rescue, which has been operating for over a decade and has saved the lives of thousands of dogs. For some heart-warming dog pics, please check out the instagrams: @e...2022-04-1955 minSomeone's ThunderEliza ParrillaEliza Parrilla joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about living authentically, survival jobs, and finding joy in self-expression. Eliza is a personal stylist and business owner who also has her own podcast. You can find out more about Eliza at her website and instagram.Edited by: Oliver Klein Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-04-0552 minSomeone's ThunderPhilippa WehlePhilippa Wehle joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about theater, language and community. Philippa is an author, academic and translator of multiple plays. She has been called the living memory of the Festival d'Avignon, founded by Jean Vilar the subject of her thesis and one of her books (now only available in French).Edited by: Drake GeorgeOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-03-2255 minSomeone's ThunderJakob PlummerJakob Plummer joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about being union strong, mentorship, and making New York City home. Jakob is a stage manager with multiple Broadway credits. Edited by: Oliver KleinOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-03-0852 minSomeone's ThunderMelinda MoleMelina Mole joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about following your instincts, taking risks, and being a little goth. Melinda is the owner and founder of The Royal Sifting Company, where she creates edible works of art. She talks about her journey from learning to bake from her fearless grandmother to dressing huge shop windows in NYC to starting her company after a pandemic-related layoff in corporate creative for Nike. To see some of Melinda's work, visit her instagram and tiktok.Edited by: Drake GeorgeOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-02-2258 minSomeone's ThunderOur First Anniversary!Stephanie and Angela reflect on the past twenty-six episodes and all they've learned this year. They answer the Someone's Thunder Questions themselves and talk about upcoming changes as we move into year two!Edited by: Oliver KleinOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-02-0831 minSomeone's ThunderBrenda VaccaroBrenda Vaccaro joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about being sure of her calling to act, the joy of relationships spanning projects, and being present. Brenda shares stories from studying in the 60s at the Neighborhood Playhouse up through her time on set on And Just Like That. Edited by: Drake GeorgeOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-01-2548 minSomeone's ThunderLeo ColtraneLeo Coltrane joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about making music, world travel, and counting quiet moments as art: "this too". As a Brooklyn native, born into an artistic family, Leo spent a decade in LA working on many music video sets before returning to New York. To find out more about Leo and his projects please visit leocoltrane.comLeo's song Silence closes this episode.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2022-01-1146 minSomeone's ThunderShari ElmanShari Elman joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about the creativity of finding one's own spiritual path. As an intuitive life coach, Shari guides her clients toward a connection with their intuition. Shari talks about her own winding path to accepting and sharing her gifts, and how unique everyone's path can be. Find out more about Shari at her website.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-12-281h 01Someone's ThunderMarsha SmithMarsha Smith joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about stage management, keeping a problem solving mindset, and her family farm. Marsha is an arts advocate and organizational guru who stays off social media. You can learn more about the farm stand at smithfarmhudson.com and facebook.com/smithfarmhudsonOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-12-1450 minSomeone's ThunderMichael Judson BerryMichael Judson Berry joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about wigs, impressions, clowning, and unexpected opportunities. Michael has over 450K followers on Tik Tok and his show QuaranTeaTime has been written about by multiple publications. To find out more about Michael and his projects please visit michaeljudsonberry.com Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-11-3059 minSomeone's ThunderJennifer WysockiJennifer Wysocki joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about her journey into recognizing herself as a creative and opening her own store Reclaimed Commodities in Essex, MA. Jennifer's path started as an educator where she experienced burnout, ultimately connecting her to a passion for sustainability and the power of thoughtful design. You can see more of Jennifer's work on Instagram.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-11-1645 minSomeone's ThunderJason BowenJason Bowen joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about checking in with loved ones, fulfilling day jobs and the wild ride of working in the theater. Along with acting and producing, Jason is also a musician. You can find updates on Jason at his Instagram.Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)In loving memory of Jason's father, Vere Bowen, gone too soon.Click here to contribute to planting trees in his remembrance.2021-11-0241 minSomeone's ThunderBecca SchneiderBecca Schneider joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about therapy, creating her first solo show, and mentorship. Becca's show Trich will be at the United Solo Theater Festival in Nov 2021, and you can find out more including a link to purchase tickets link at Between Two Boroughs, the production company that Becca co-founded and where the work was developed. To find out more about what Becca is up to and her social links, please visit beccaschneider.comOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-10-1940 minSomeone's ThunderJon LevensonJon Levenson joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about embracing change, creating the conditions for focus, and his first experience directing a film he also wrote. You can find out more about Jon at his website, and if you aren't able to catch his film at the Montclair Film Festival this month (October 2021), you can find out more here. Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-10-0543 minSomeone's ThunderCecil BaldwinCecil Baldwin III joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about being present, unexpected opportunities, and failing gloriously. Cecil is well known as the narrator for Welcome to Nightvale and an inspiration for plenty of sexy fanart. He also has a new podcast where he is a horror sherpa called Random Number Horror Generator No. 9. Edited by: Kyle DrumhellerOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-09-071h 02Someone's ThunderSallie KeenaSallie Keena joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about creative reinvention and advocating for your worth, growth and first time opportunities. Through Sallie's production company, Moonlight Detective LLC, she works to create opportunities for female filmmakers and a safe space for vulnerable performances to flourish. To find out more about Sallie visit www.salliekeena.comEdited by: Kyle DrumhellerOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-08-2437 minSomeone's ThunderNicole Ansari CoxNicole Ansari Cox joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about unexpected inspiration, finding happiness and fulfillment outside of making art, and being a proud feminist. Her new multimedia work SHE/HER will be performed at PS 21 August 12th through 14th 2021. To find out more about Nicole and Actors Rising visit https://nicoleansari.com/ Edited by: Kyle DrumhellerOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-08-1040 minSomeone's ThunderJaromir FrançoisJaromir François joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about identifying as a day-dreamer, the gift of collaboration, and how commissioning fan art of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles was the gateway to creating his own graphic novel. You can find My Brother Teddy on Amazon in paperback or for Kindle. To find out more about Jaromir visit https://linktr.ee/Jay117 for links to his portfolio, short films and more.Edited by: Kyle DrumhellerOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-07-2756 minSomeone's ThunderTara HackTara Hack joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about supportive parents, busking, and how music connects us. You can still get tickets to her performance on July 20th (2021) at the Bitter End. To find out more about what Tara is up to or hear more of the music sampled in the episode, visit tarahack.comEdited by: Kyle DrumhellerOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-07-1338 minSomeone's ThunderCaitlin EwingCaitlin Ewing joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about her life as a dancer - from impactful teachers, staying connected to her practice, and her survival job as an essential worker through the ups and downs of lockdown in New York City. Edited by: Kyle DrumhellerOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-06-2945 minSomeone's ThunderPooya MohseniPooya Mohseni joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about her creative journey as an actor, writer, filmmaker and activist. Pooya shares about her name, claiming her identity, including coming out publicly as trans on marriage equality day, and claiming her chosen home in New York. To find out more about all that Pooya is up to, visit pooyaland.comEdited by: Kyle DrumhellerOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-06-1554 minSomeone's ThunderRobbie SimpsonRobbie Simpson joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about growing as an artist, training, and access . Along with being an actor, director, and musician, Robbie created The Breakdown with Robbie as a way to demystify the casting process for fellow artists. To find out more about all that Robbie is up to, visit robbiesimpsonactor.comEdited by: Kyle DrumhellerOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-06-0146 minSomeone's ThunderShá CageShá Cage joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about being bold, forging one's own path, radical imagination and activism in art. Along with being a multi-hyphentate creator, Shá has also created spaces for the voices that inspire and represent the future: Trú Rúts, Film Streem (a platform where you can watch Sundance Official Selection New Neighbors) and A Moment of Silence. Edited by: Kyle DrumhellerOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-05-1842 minSomeone's ThunderAtul PrasharAtul Prashar joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about his expansive creative life that ranges from Chicago to New York and the Music Industry to Finance (yes, blockchain is mentioned!) We dive into composing for tv, streaming deals and Atul's podcast Whiskey Hue on business, tech and culture.Edited by: Kyle DrumhellerOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-05-0454 minSomeone's ThunderRobert ClohessyRobert Clohessy joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about his life in theater, tv, film, getting into boxing, frequently being cast as a heavy, and his first time on an airplane - going to LA for an audition that roundabout led to his role on Hill Street BluesEdited by: Kyle DrumhellerOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-04-2044 minSomeone's ThunderMary GiulianiMary Giuliani joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about entertaining, her family history in hospitality, and creating events and experiences through her very unique path as a business owner, party expert, author, and mother (special shout-out to Salvador Dali).Edited by: Kyle DrumhellerOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-04-0652 minSomeone's ThunderPatti DillePatti Dille joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about her work as an ambassador for The Peyton Heart Project, bringing a message of kindness, hope and ending stigma when discussing suicide awareness.Edited by: Kyle DrumhellerOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-03-2348 minSomeone's ThunderGordon ClappGordon Clapp joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about his career spanning theater, film and tv; including touring for a decade with the show This Verse Business where he plays fellow New Hampshirite Robert Frost. Edited by: Kyle DrumhellerOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-03-0938 minSomeone's ThunderRyan J HaddadRyan J Haddad joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about representation, romance, and making your own work. Catch Ryan's solo show HI, ARE YOU SINGLE? streaming through Feb 2021, co-produced by Wooly Mammoth Theater Company and IAMA Theater Company.Edited by: Kyle DrumhellerOriginal Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-02-2257 minSomeone's ThunderMarsha MasonMarsha Mason joins Stephanie and Angela to talk about acting, directing, farming, fame, racing and more from her expansive creative life.Welcome to our first interview!Original Music by: Yah Supreme (Yahya Jeffries-El)2021-02-0946 minSomeone's ThunderSomeone's Thunder - Welcome!The phrase "someone's thunder" comes from the theater – but not a famous line from a bard – a stolen special effect! In the early 1700s a new sound effect swept theaters uncredited and the phrase to steal someone’s thunder was born.Isn’t that the way with art? Who cares where it’s from – if it makes us feel, we want more of it – in different ways – again and again!Native New Yorkers, entertainment professionals, and long-time friends Angela Pierce and Stephanie Klapper chat about creativity in general and all the surprises, thunder and “someones” behind it.Welco...2021-01-2722 min