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The Amber Live! InterviewsBrad Forenza stops by with an update on Around the Sun, Season 2 and all the celebs involved!Brad Forenza stops by with an update on Around the Sun, Season 2 and all the celebs involved!
Around the Sun is a scripted, episodic audio drama that explores human connections, made and missed, with an existential flare. Whether consumed together or independently, the comedy, tragedy, and soul of Around the Sun embraces one character’s assertion that, “We’re never alone… even if it feels like the opposite is often true.” The series was created by Brad Forenza, and produced via remote technology throughout the pandemic, and onward. The incredible cast of Around the Sun includes...
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The Eff Your Fears PodcastEp 65 Katie Merrick Finan is Big Blonde and Body PositiveKatie Merrick Finan is a plus-sized actress, model, singer, and cast member of "The Art of Blowing It". She is the queen of odd jobs and is passionate about building a sustainable and fulfilling life while pursuing your creative and artistic endeavors. Katie was thrilled to put on her best plus-size "Barbie Doll" playing the role of Mattel Barbié alongside Ashley in "The Art of Blowing It".
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The Eff Your Fears Podcast64. Grunge Musical with Leyna d'Ancona & Paul SiegelIn this episode, Ashley goes back in time to the 90s for an authentic love letter to grunge. Originally a theatrical production Grunge Musical became an audio drama that was recorded during covid in people's closets and never being in the same room. This Audio Drama is available on all streaming devices including Audible and Apple Podcast. Written by Leyna d'Ancona with music and lyrics by Paul Siegel. The soundtrack album includes unreleased songs written between 1991 to 1998 by Paul Siegel with Jon Evans on bass and Scott Amendola on drums, rerecorded and remastered this six-episode audio drama...2021-09-261h 06
The Eff Your Fears Podcast63. Music, love and a journey of gender with LydianIn this episode, she shares her healing journey through her music, finding her religion and gender. She also opens up about her work on The Art of Blowing It. Lydian is a former Nashville Evangelical turned Queer Brooklyn Musician. She has worked off-broadway and in film, written and performed her one-woman show Sunday Clothes, and is the artist behind the music project "Lydian" you can listen to the latest Lydian single, "Jane" on iTunes and Spotify.
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The Eff Your Fears Podcast62. Business Coach for Actors Kari NissenaIn this very special episode, Ashley welcomes actress, producer, & Business Coach for Actors, Kari Nissena. Today you are in luck and will get some inspiration for everything from your fear, IMDB, and career transformation.
Kari Nissena has performed extensively on both the stage and screen. With hundreds of acting credits to her name, she has acted in film, television, theater, radio, commercials, voiceover, and more. On the producing side of things, she has produced dozens of films, webisodes, training videos and programs for actors, and other projects and events in the entertainment industry. As a...2021-08-0950 min
Why I‘ll Never Make ItEff Your Fears with Actress and Model Ashley Monique MenardFor the past week I have been doing a deep dive into podcasting at a yearly conference called Podcast Movement. It's a place where podcasters like me can learn how to make better episodes, conduct riveting interviews, sincerely engage with listeners, and figure out ways to make my podcast both sustainable and profitable. The goal is to give you and future listeners even more reasons to come back week after week for another episode. At last year‘s conference I actually met a guest you’ve already heard from earlier this season, Ashley Monique Menard. She is energ...2021-08-091h 01
The Eff Your Fears PodcastEp. 61 Korean American Filmmaker & Comedian Judy Jean KwonJudy Jean Kwon shares her journey growing up in a Korean American video store, where she fell in love with the art of filmmaking and storytelling. She talks about standing out in standup and why she created her ballbusting comedy MILFriend.
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The Eff Your Fears Podcast60. Musicals that shaped the world!If someone fell from the sky and didn't know what a musical was... What shows would you introduce them to? Actor and writer, Josh Bardier came up with an awesome list of 5 with some honorable mentions. What do you think? What show do you think this person who fell from the sky would need to see?! Leave a comment and check out Josh's full episode on the podcast at Ep 58 :)
Josh is a king of Queens; dubbed the mayor of Astoria by his block. Josh is the creator and host of ACTORIA, a spotlight...2021-05-3114 min
The Eff Your Fears Podcast59. Mental Health and leading with love with Actoria's Josh BardierThis week on the podcast I welcome my friend and neighbor open-hearted Josh Bardier (bar-dee-ay). In this episode, we talk about Josh's journey in theater leading him to London then to New York with 3 bucks and a dream. He is a ‘Jack of all trades’ performance artist originally from Worcester, Massachusetts. Acting, singing, instruments, hosting, writing, composing, dancing, spoken word- if there’s a story to tell and an audience to listen to, you’ll find Josh.
He’s a king of Queens; dubbed the mayor of Astoria by his block. Josh is the creator and host o...2021-05-241h 06
The Eff Your Fears Podcast58. Bada$$ Plus Size TV CharactersWelcome to The Eff Your Fears Podcast! This week we welcome back our guest from last week Kristin Cantwell. We share our top picks for Bada$$ plus-size characters. I would love to hear what you have to say, and before y'all get all crazy on me, these are subjective, and you can have your own feels but share with kindness. And also I know some won't consider Mindy Lahiri plus-sized, but that's how I identify her in my head, and you can't fight with crazy so let me have that :)
In this list, we talk about...2021-05-1733 min
The Eff Your Fears Podcast57. Confessions of a Visible Woman with Writer & Plus-sized Actress Kristin CantwellWelcome to the Eff Your Fears Podcast, where funny lady Ashley Monique Menard chats with her Funny & big-hearted friend Kristin Cantwell. Kristin is an incredibly talented writer, voice-over artist, and plus-size actress who shares her journey in the arts with Ashley and you!
The two talk about what it's like being a big girl in theater, film, and tv and how Kristin prepared to play a cat...voice a cat. Kristin is an actor, writer, improviser, and aspiring cat lady based in New York City. She's appeared on The Path (Hulu...2021-05-1042 min
The Eff Your Fears Podcast56. How to become a Voice Over artist like Jenna DaviWelcome to the Eff Your Fears Podcast, where funny lady Ashley Monique Menard chats with her dear friend and incredibly talented voice-over artist Jenna Faye Davi. The two talk about their journey of waiting table at BB Kings and listening to some of the greats like Darlene Love and Sly and The Family Stone.
Jenna shares her journey of voice acting and how the training helped her. She also offers wise words of wisdom about how she has come up with a crazy cast of characters to work with. Since beginning her VO...2021-05-031h 07
The Eff Your Fears Podcast55. "Tits up Energy" with actress & co-creator of Rachel Jane Designs, Erika StoneIn this episode, Erika Stone chats with Ashley about adult coloring books, acting, CBD oil, Gloria Steinum, science, and "vulvacious" female "big dick energy," aka "tits up energy." Erika is an American actress and part of a mother-daughter team with J. Susan Cole Stone, who recently created and published two naughty but tasteful sex-positive adult coloring books, "When a Woman Loves a Man," and "When a Woman Loves a Woman." Want to order a coloring book? https://www.racheljanedesigns.com/ https://www.instagram.com/racheljanedesigns/ https://www.facebook.com/RachelJaneDesignsandBooks https://www.instagram.com/officialmillennialblack/
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The Eff Your Fears Podcast54. Emmy Nominated filmmaker Sonja O'Hara talks creating, pitching and manifestingHave you ever looked at a Backstage Magazine and thought of selling your eggs?
Have you always dreamed of being a working actor?
Did you dream of having William Morris Agency represent you?
These are things Sonja thought of. She says, “You have to say the things you want and own your goal cause that’s how you get the things you want.”
This week on the podcast is Emmy Nominated filmmaker and actress Sonja O'Hara. Don’t get it twisted, she may look like a quirky...2021-04-1947 min
More Than Tracy TurnbladI Pushed Him To The Ground And I Sat On Him with Ashley Monique MenardThis episode marks a very important podcast milestone: the first time we forgot to press record and had to redo the entire interview! But as Ashley says in the episode, that was just a preview and now you get to listen to opening night. First, Abby explains how fat tropes in media implicitly give the audience permission to be cruel to fat people. Then Ashley Monique Menard, performer, host of The Eff Your Fears Podcast and creator of The Art of Blowing It, comes on to discuss Kirstie Alley, Fat Monica, onstage orgasms in front of her parents, whether...2021-04-1257 min
The Eff Your Fears Podcast53. Having fun with the TikTok Queen Mia Lana' TerryWelcome to The Eff Your Fears Podcast hosted by comedian, writer, actress, singer, and a resident ray of sunshine, Ashley Monique Menard. This is an inspirational mindset podcast for creatives dealing with anxiety, fear, and their own journey down the yellow brick road of showbiz. It's part "E(ff Your Fears) True Hollywood Stories" with an industry professional interview that teaches you about the business. Everyone has come on the show, from musicians, actors, directors, voice-over artists, influencers, reality shows stars, Broadway, Film, and TV.
In this episode, Ashley shares her top 5 fav plus...2021-04-051h 12
The Eff Your Fears Podcast52. Calling all Web-series and fictional podcasts with Neem Basha from the New Jersey Web FestWelcome to The Eff Your Fears Podcast hosted by comedian, writer, actress, singer, and a resident ray of sunshine, Ashley Monique Menard. This is an inspirational mindset podcast for creatives dealing with anxiety, fear, and their own journey down the yellow brick road of showbiz. It's part "E(ff Your Fears) True Hollywood Stories" with an industry professional interview that teaches you about the business. Everyone has come on the show, from Musicians, Actors, Directors, Voice Over Artists, Influencers, Broadway Stars, and even people from The Voice.
In this episode, Ashley Monique Menard talks about the Web...2021-04-0141 min
The Eff Your Fears Podcast51.Award Winning Australian Writer/Actress/ Speech Coach/Activist Clara Francesca.Welcome to The Eff Your Fears Podcast hosted by comedian, writer, actress, singer, and a resident ray of sunshine, Ashley Monique Menard. This is an inspirational mindset podcast for creatives dealing with anxiety, fear, and their own journey down the yellow brick road of showbiz. It's part "E(ff Your Fears) True Hollywood Stories" with an industry professional interview that teaches you about the business. Everyone has come on the show, from Musicians, Actors, Directors, Voice Over Artists, Influencers, Broadway Stars, and even people from The Voice.
In the 51st episode, Ashley talks about...2021-03-291h 07
The Eff Your Fears Podcast50 Award-winning Columbian actress & a Host of the "Are These Books Drunk" Pod, Mariana CardenasIn episode 50 of the pod, Ashley chats with Mariana Cardenas. A Colombian actress, TV host, dancer, and Bilingual Interpreter. She started in dance and studied at Fordham University and at Alvin Ailey. For five seasons, she danced her way into the hearts of many with Jennifer Muller/The Works and has performed with the New York City Opera and was a member of Steps Repertory Ensemble. We talk about her extensive dance career and her shift to acting which has turned out to be very fulfilling. She won Best Supporting Actress for the Feature Film "Unspoken" at...2021-03-221h 00
The Eff Your Fears Podcast"Why I'll Never Make It" host Patrick Oliver Jones shares his synergy of Disney, relationships, and creating your path in showbiz.This week we chat with the star of the stage and screen, Patrick Oliver Jones. From his early roots in Birmingham, Alabama, community theater and coming up in the church choir. Formally known as PJ, the DJ shares his synergy at Disney and the ins and outs of recasting his love interest from a leading lady to a leading man. Since living in New York City, he has performed Off-Broadway and in National Tours, including the pre-Broadway run of FIRST WIVES CLUB in Chicago. He has thrived in national commercials for the small screen, both on...2021-03-151h 02
The Eff Your Fears Podcast48. Get empowered, transform your life's stressors into maximizing your potential with Jason Wasser LMFTJason is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Alternative Medicine Practitioner, Certified Coach, and Speaker. He is one of a handful of Mental Health Professionals to carry Neuro Emotional Technique's Level 3 Certification from thousands of NET practitioners around the world. In this episode of the pod, he chats with Ashley about Strategy and solutions to get you through your life.
1. Mindset Psychology
2. Natural Wellness and Alternative Medicine
3. Spirituality as it means to the client
4. Entrepreneurship for everyone from youth to entertainers
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The Eff Your Fears Podcast47. The OG of Socialites with As the Money turns Nicki WoodardIn this episode, Ashley Monique Menard chats with Nicki Woodard about her passion for history and the original socialites in her Podcast As the Money Burns. The ladies also talk about overcoming challenges and dealing with fear.
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The Eff Your Fears PodcastSeason 2 Ep. 1 From waiting tables at BB Kings to being a werewolf on CW's The Originals ... Mr. Chase ColemanIn this episode, Ashley sits down with Chase Coleman! You've seen him portraying the werewolf, Oliver, in the CW hit spin-off series, The Originals, The Originals, or Billy Winslow in the HBO TV series Boardwalk Empire. Or maybe from his work as heartthrob rock-star Tanner Watts, in CBS daytime The Young and the Restless. Chase has worked as a model, actor, and musician, and he shares some tips as to how he broke into the business and how he deals with ADHD in a high-demand job.
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The Eff Your Fears PodcastWriter and Host of The Bad Filipino, Myki Angeline.In this episode, Ashley Monique Menard chat with a journalist, host of The Bad Filipino's and Queen of the Sacramento Scene, Myki Angeline! She shares her journey in the entertainment industry, identity, and how she lifts herself up. She's a powerhouse!
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The Eff Your Fears PodcastAustralia's Miss Curvyliscious spreads kindness in AmericaShe's like a warm hug... you guessed it, Miss Curvyliscious, aka Lilly Jones! She an actress, writer, comedian, storyteller, magic~maker, and Seeker Of Humanity. Her motto is "Kindness Really Does Matter."🦄🤩🌈
She shares with us the importance of taking a chance on yourself, starting a new career in her 40s, and writing her own TV Show!
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The Eff Your Fears PodcastFrom Twin Peaks to Oz...Christophe Zajac-Denek does it all.⚡⚡Hey Everyone! Welcome to The Eff Your Fears Podcast! Well, he's here and He's kind of a big deal... Christophe Zajac-Denek is an actor/stuntman, drummer, and surfer. He is also a little person and the host of the I’m Kind Of A Big Deal podcast.
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https...2021-02-201h 13The Eff Your Fears PodcastFrom Astrophysicist to Jazz Guitarist, Víktor RufusThis week we have a man from the Blue Mountains on the east coast of Australia. Víktor Rufus was a virtuosic young musician, a high sort after gun-for-hire, and has played numerous venues and festivals as a bandleader, musical director, and sideman for local and international artists. He has performed to sold-out crowds in bars and clubs in America, Europe, and Australia. Victor has his own album, "Tanzverbot," co-written with Henry Rasmussen. We talk about him being a failed astrophysicist and musical who is well-traveled, proudly inked.
https://open.spotify.com/artist/014wv1FUagPPPG01B...2021-02-1554 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastMaggie Shirk is the new Triple Threat!The tenacious Maggie Shirk is an Actress, Photographer, Optometrist, Wife and Mother of 3! She is such a kooky detail-oriented loyal treat!
Maggie talks about how she put herself through medical school as a young single mother and is still pursuing acting in a way that works for her!
We talk about Skeleton Crew, modeling in the 90s vs. 2020s. Strap in for an informative episode cause the doctor is in!
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www.effyourfears...2021-02-1535 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastFrom Facebook to Grey's Anatomy with David AbedDavid Abed is an actor and content creator best known for his hilarious videos online. He can also be seen in Grey's Anatomy, Feud: Bette and Joan and Days of Our Lives. In this episode, David gives us some
Insite on moving from the midwest to LA.
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Why I‘ll Never Make ItAshley Monique Menard (Part 2) - Writer and Comedian Who Knows What She’s Capable OfI think it’s fair to say that artist are an emotional bunch in general. We feel things deeply and react with conviction. And that goes for the wonderful and exciting emotions but also goes for the heavy and worrisome emotions as well. In part two of my conversation with Ashley Monique Menard, she reveals the yen and yang of her confidence and her self-doubt, she compares her dating life to Broadway, and has a few choice words for perfectionism.
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Why I‘ll Never Make ItAshley Monique Menard (Part 1) - Actress and Plus Size Model Who Just Wants to Make You LaughIn theater or really in any performing art, we have certain genres or types of characters and stories that fit us better than others. And today’s guest Ashley Monique Menard found her niche in comedy. But often, even what we’re good at doesn’t really begin to blossom and grow until we really hone that craft and work on it.
So in part one of our conversation we’ll talk a lot about that comedy, how it’s helped her find and strengthen her voice, but also how an honest assessment of her talents and limitation...2021-01-2727 min
Why I‘ll Never Make ItLauren Ober (Part 2) - How Podcasting Makes a Great Home for PerformersAs the host of NPR‘s the big listen, Lauren Ober was basically podcasting about podcasts and through that became a bona fide podcast expert. Maybe you’ve thought of starting your own podcast. In part two of our conversation, she takes us through her production process on Spectacular Failures and what it takes to make a great podcast.
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The Eff Your Fears PodcastMadonna stole Lisa Tirone King's style!In this episode, Lisa Tirone King talks with Ashley about acting & modeling in the 80s in NYC. They also talk about Lisa's journey to motherhood while acting. They even chat about how Madonna stole Lisa's style. https://www.lisatironeking.com/ https://www.instagram.com/lisalisa 2021-01-0247 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastIndustry's expert, Tom Lapke, on the "business of being an actor."In this episode entrepreneur and NYU Professor Tom Lapke talks about creating Audition Update, Actors Launchpad and It's the real Santa. Tom Lapke is considered one of the industry's foremost experts on the "business of being an actor." This episode is so helpful for actors who need some business inspiration. As one of the founders of Actors Launchpad, and Backstage University before that, Tom has programmed over 1500 classes for actors with Casting Directors, Agents, and Managers. He has used that experience to help actors learn not just "how to act, but how to be an actor." 2020-12-2252 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastQueer Indie Singer-songwriter Stewart TaylorIn this episode, Queer indie LA-based singer-songwriter Stewart Taylor talks about music, creation, and his humble beginnings. He and Ashley talk about waiting tables in Times Square and how he fostered resilience while being bullied in youth. IG @imstewarttaylor https://www.stewarttaylorofficial.com/2020-12-151h 02The Eff Your Fears PodcastCobra Kai's Susan Gallagher is on Netflix and all over the world!In this episode, Susan Gallagher talks about how she works in multiple markets, creates strong character choices, and booked Cobra Kai on Netflix. www.susangallagher.com IG @ iamsusangallagher IG @cobrakaishomelesslynnofficial2020-12-1526 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastAdvice from an agent with Sarah Zachary.In this episode, Ashley chats with BMG Junior Agent Sarah Zachary. Sarah is a writer and artist so she understands creatives and will give you some professional advice to your burning questions like... What do agents want? How to get an agent? Why do an improv class? Do I need a slate shot? Do I need a reel? Also if you are an NYC actor get some new headshot with Gabe Awan at www.queensselftape.com/ The Art of Blowing it comes out Dec. 4th!! www.effyourfears.com2020-12-0144 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastThe Artist's Way- Week 7 Recovering a Sense of ConnectionIn this episode, Ashley Monique Menard read an expert from Julia Cameron's Best Selling Novel The Artist's Way we deal with Jealousy, Perfectionism, and Risk 1 Treating myself like a precious object will make me strong 2 Listen to your fav album and doodle 3 Sacred Space 4 Create one wonderful smell 5 Wear your fav item of clothes for no reason 6 Buy socks or gloves 7 Collage 8 Top 5 movies 9 Fav topic to talk about 10 Give your collage a place of honor www.e...2020-11-2421 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastHot Mess' Sarah Gaul is on Netflix AUIn this episode, Sarah Gaul talks about her movie HOT MESS and it getting picked up by Netflix. Sarah is an acerbic award-winning musical comedienne, actor, playwright, improviser and writer. She first starting playing the piano and taking singing lessons as a wee girl in a small country town called Muswellbrook. Listen to her journey. http://www.sarahgaul.com/https://g.co/kgs/UskH2N 2020-11-2451 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastPhil Korz talks about mindset and loss In this episode Comedian, Phil Korz talks about how comedy isn't all laughs. He and Ashley talk about mindset, losing a friend, and religion. If you need a pick me up this is sure to put a smile on your face. www.effyourfears.com https://www.instagram.com/philkorz2020-11-1812 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastThe Artist's Way- Week 6 Recovering a Sense of AbundanceIn this episode, Ashley Monique Menard read an expert from Julia Cameron's Best Selling Novel The Artist's Way. God, Money, and how to get more. 1 Find 5 Rocks 2 Pick 5 Flowers or leaves 3 Give away 5 pieces of clothing 4 Bake something 5 Send 5 postcards 6 List 5 favorites 7 Clearing 8 Acceptance 9 Prosperity www.effyourfears.com https://juliacameronlive.com/the-artists-way/ 2020-11-1816 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastThe Artist's Way- Week 5 Recovering a Sense of PossibilityIn this episode, Ashley Monique Menard read an expert from Julia Cameron's Best Selling Novel The Artist's Way. Honest Changes, Limits, God, and Money. 1 Write 5 Grievances with God 2 Write 5 desires 3 Write 5 imaginary lives 4 What adventures would rich 20-year- old you do? 5 Postponed pleasure of a rich 65-year-old you 6 10 ways you are mean to yourself 7 What 10 items do you wish you owned? 8 What blocks you? TV booze? 9 Your payoff for staying blocked? MP 10 Who do you blame for your blockage?2020-11-1322 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastHealing and Acting with Bettina SkyeIn this episode, Bettina Skye chats with Ashley about breaking out in show biz as a teen and having over 100 IMDB credits. She also shares the wisdom of enlightenment. Bettina is available for a tarot reading and healing sessions. www.instagram.com/bettinaskye/ www.effyourfears.com2020-11-0940 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastMr. Time Square Nicholas BarnesIn this episode, Nicholas Barnes talks about his journey in Musical Theater, transitioning to film and tv, and how he overcomes his fears. Check him out in Demon Doctor Season 1 and The Art of Blowing it. https://www.instagram.com/mrtimessq/ www.effyourfears.com In this episode, Nicholas Barnes talks about his journey in Musical Theater, transitioning to film and tv, and how he overcomes his fears. Check him out in Demon Doctor Season 1 and The Art of Blowing it. https://www.instagram.com/mrtimessq/ www.effyourfears.com Nicholas B...2020-11-091h 04
The Eff Your Fears PodcastThe Artist's Way- Week 4 Recovering a Sense of IntegrityIn this episode, Ashley Monique Menard read an expert from Julia Cameron's Best Selling Novel The Artist's Way. Honest Changes, Denial, Morning Pages, and Let go of the items you own that don't bring you joy. Stop reading this week! 1 Describe your ideal environment 2 Write yourself a letter from your 80-year-old self 3 Write yourself a letter from your 8-year-old self 4 Make your space safe 5 Life pie... is it better? 6 Artist Prayer 7 Artist Vacation 8 Purge what you don't need 9 Where are you...2020-11-0523 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastPlus-Model and Singer Ashley BraxtonIn this episode, Ashley Braxton chats about being a theater kid, entering the plus-sized modeling world, and following your dreams. North Dakota native, Ashley is a plus model, fashion influencer and content creator, singer, and retired actor. She now lives in Brooklyn with her toy poodle, Penelope. She is now signed with Dorothy Combs Models and is the social media manager for CoEdition, a plus-size fashion company. Her current dream is to become a host at QVC! https://www.instagram.com/itsashleybraxton/ Ashley trained in opera for a few years, then went on to receive her BFA in Musical Thea...2020-10-3143 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastSoprano Christopher Robert Prozeller put a spell on me!In this episode, Ashley chats with singer and producer Christopher Robert Prozeller about growing up a queer soprano, a witch who is of Mexican descent that also went to Amda. He shares the struggles of losing love and his mom plus finding his path with herbology and self-development. Also, have a look at Chris's Hocus Pocus Parody. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDPLBbiILB21j0ckS5-iAuQ - https://www.instagram.com/dmt.productions/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/cprozeller/?hl=en www.effyourfears.com Christopher Robert Prozeller is a New York-based actor who has performed of...2020-10-301h 07The Eff Your Fears PodcastThe Artist's Way- Week 3 Recovering a Sense of PowerIn this episode, Ashley Monique Menard read an expert from Julia Cameron's Best Selling Novel The Artist's Way. Anger, Shame, Synchronicity, Fear, and Growth. 1 Describe your childhood room 2 Describe 5 traits you like about yourself 3 List 5 childhood accomplishments 4 Take inventory of your habits 5 Make a list of friends who nurture you 6 Call a friend who treats you like a bright person 7 Inner compass in your Morning pages 8 List 5 people you admire 9 List 5 dead people you wish to hang within eternity 10 Co...2020-10-2922 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastVocal Health and Dance with Ayse BilliIn this episode, Ashley chats with hip-hop dancer and former fitness professional in NYC with a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, Ayse Billi. The ladies talk about friendship crossing party lines, being a child of immigrants, dancing, and vocal health. This episode is filled with love and inspiration. links: IG- @ aysebilli bio: Ayse is a 25 year old Long Island native. Her parents are both immigrants from Turkey. She's a hip hop dancer, former fitness professional in NYC with a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, a bartender, and she is currently in a career transition, looking to go back...2020-10-261h 10The Eff Your Fears PodcastThe Artist's Way- Week 1 Recovering a Sense of SafetyAshley Monique Menard reads Week 1 Recovering a Sense of Safety from Julia Cameron's Best Selling Book The Artist's Way.
Assignment
1.) Morning Pages
2.) Artist Date
3.) Who are your 3 creative self worth enemies
4.) Write your horror story from your monster hall of fame.
5.)Write a letter to the monster from the hall of fame
6.) List 3 Champions
7.) Who's in your happy place?
8.) Your 5 alternate lives?
9.) Negative into positive affirmations.
10.) Artist walk.
See you next week!2020-10-2251 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastInsightful look at songwriting with Erin Boyd In this episode, Ashley sat down with singer-songwriter Erin Boyd from the band Phantom Vanity. Erin shares her journey of collaboration, creation, and how she deals with fear. Music at the end of the episode is Rollerskater Twat by Erin Boyd and James Casey. https://www.auxchord.live/ https://www.instagram.com/phantomvanity/ https://phantomvanity.bandcamp.com/ "Believe in yourself and all else shall perish."- Phantom Vanity BIO: Erin Boyd was born in Bricktown NJ, moving to Florida shortly thereafter. Her family sowed roots in Tampa which became her home. Erin turned to music at an early age showing a stron...2020-10-2134 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastThe Artist's Way- Week 2 Recovering a Sense of IdentityIn this episode, Ashley Monique Menard read an expert from Julia Cameron's Best Selling Novel The Artist's Way. We talk about the importance of keeping your morning pages to yourself. Crazymakers and why they are drawn to us and how to pay attention. 1 Basic Principles 2 Where does your time go? 3 Write down 20 things you enjoy doing 4 Write down 2 goals 5 Read Affirmations 6 Add 5 more imaginary lives to your list 7 Circle of your life 8 10 tiny changes 9 Name a goal. 10 Now do it...2020-10-1926 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastFrom MTV to Skeleton Crew with Stuart KiczekIn today's episode, Director, Actor, and Editor Stuart Kiczek talks with Ashley about growing up in New York, working with Troma, Sidekick Productions, and how he deals with fear and rejection show biz. They also talk about the upcoming mockumentary The Art of Blowing it. https://twitter.com/stushi?lang=enhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm5215629/2020-10-161h 13The Eff Your Fears PodcastThe Artist's Way- Recovering a Sense of SafetyAshley Monique Menard reads Week 1 Recovering a Sense of Safety from Julia Cameron's Best Selling Book The Artist's Way. The assignment this week is 1.) Morning Pages 2.) Artist Date 3.) List 3 old enemies of your creative self-worth. 4.) Write out a horror story from your monster hall of fame in your past but do not send it! 5.)Write a letter the monster from the hall of fame... but don't send it. 6.) List 3 Champions from of your creative self-worth. 7.) Time travel to a happy place with one of...2020-10-1426 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastWhat is the The Artist's Way?Welcome to The Artist Way Sessions hosted by The Eff Your Fears Podcast host Ashley Monique Menard. In this bite-sized episode, Ashley introduces the best selling inspiration book to spiritual recovery's The Artist Way By Julia Cameron. This episode talks about Morning Pages and The Artist's Date. Next Up for Week One Recovery of the Sense of Self. Music by "Tears of Joy" by David Fesliyan www.effyourfears.com2020-10-0623 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastCatalin Stelian: Child Star turned DirectorCatalin talks with Ashley about growing up a child star with the sitcom Nobodies Perfect. He also talks about theater and moving to America from Romania. He also shares his secrets for dealing with fear. Whether you follow him on Insta @catalinmakesitawkard or seeing him in Terapie Pentru crimã, WSK, and Skeleton Crew. Visit https://catalinmedia.com/ Limited edition "I Effed my fears" hoodies and t's https://www.customink.com/fundraising/eff-your-fears Born in Bucharest and based in New York City, Catalin Stelian is a media director, photographer, cinematographer, and video editor with a lo...2020-10-031h 02The Eff Your Fears PodcastRev. Yolanda: From the South to the Stage to the StarsIn this episode, Yolanda talks about her rebirth in 1983, getting diagnosed with HIV, and being a country star and a trans woman. Yolanda's journey is one of love and joy. Rev. Yolanda is a Gender Queer Country Gospel Kirtan Rock Pop Supernova with a heart of magic! Yolanda has been induction into The GLBT Hall Of Fame, the Blues Hall of Fame, and two MAC Awards. Her mission is building bridges of love and compassion through the Power Music, Speaking & Art. https://www.yolanda.net/ Rev. Yolanda is a singer/songwriter/trans-femme genderqueer performance artist and i...2020-09-2800 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastAll Hail Filmmaker Misha CalvertHave you ever wanted to create your web series? Well, you are in luck. This is the perfect episode for you to listen to. You need to hear this! This is a must! Misha Calvert is one of the hottest up and coming female filmmakers out there. Her work has caught the attention of such labs as Sundance, YouTube, and Tribeca. She has screened at festivals worldwide for her projects Strut, Textual Intercourse, Pee Sitting Down, Step Into My Office, and All Hail Beth. To watch these films visit https://www.mishacalvert.com/ Also in this episode, Ashley re...2020-09-2300 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastA Journey from Tel Aviv to New York with Musician Nimo KallyNimo and Ashley reminisce about working at BB Kings in Time Square, playing gigs around the city, and Cafe Wha? Plus Nimo talks about how he dealt with being in the Isaralie Army, Shirley and the coasters, drugs in India, and traveling abroad. Nimo shares laughs and some sadness in an inspiring tale of the American Dream come true. Indie-rock/pop outfit “nIMO & The Light” release their new single "Beagle eyes" on 7/10/2020. the song is a part of an EP Titled "off the grid", that's planned to release on summer 2020. Nimo & the light has released a music video for “Skin to skin...2020-09-2200 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastMaking my own stuff and being my own boss with Jenna Mahmoud BoscoEvery start starts somewhere and in this episode former waitresses Ashley and Jenna chat about creating your own work to get seen in showbiz. Jenna Mahmoud Bosco is currently a finalist for the 2020 Warner Brothers Writing Workshop. Her dramedy pilot, "Lady Liberty," is in the second round for the 2020 Sundance Episodic Lab and the 2020 Black List x WIF Episodic Lab. Jenna is also the creator and star of the "New Heights" Web series. https://www.instagram.com/iamjennabe/ https://www.instagram.com/iamjennabe/ Jenna Mahmoud Bosco is a womanist writer, filmmaker a...2020-09-1800 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastPuppeteer and Voice actor Chris Palmieri talks about Tik Tok, Snug's House & Jim Henson's Dinosaur Train.Chris Palmieri chats with Ashley how he went from the high school guy who played Weird Al songs on his accordion to now he's doing puppet shows on FB, Tik Tok, and IG. Chris has worked as the voice of Snug on the Emmy-Nominated preschool series Snug's House. He also toured North America with Jim Henson's Dinosaur Train Live, and appearances his online business celebrating birthdays and his rise to internet fame. Check him out Tik Tok/Instagram/YouTube @PuppetsByPalmieri www.effyourfears.com Chris Palmieri is a puppeteer, actor, and entertainer based in Queens, NYC. Notable credits i...2020-09-1500 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastHairspray, Anxiety and The Guest Book with firecracker Carly JibsonHow did small-town girl, Carly Jibson land the role of Tracy Turnblad on Broadway? Her "Eff Your Fears True Hollywood Story" tells how she got discovered, booked Broadway, and then tragedy happened. Her mother got sick so she left it all. Only to return to acting on and work with some Hollywood Titans like Greg Garcia and Tig Notaro & Diablo Cody. Her story is one of love, hope, and humor as she dealt with loss and anxiety. https://twitter.com/carlyjibson?lang=en Carly Jibson can be seen on season two of TH...2020-09-1400 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastBody Positivity and Big Girls with Katharine Scarborough."Body Positivity isn't glorifying obesity, it's loving who you are at every size," says Ashley in this delicious episode with a fellow plus-size filmmaker, Katharine Scarborough. The ladies chat about casting, auditions, body positivity, and created their own work. Check out Big Girl and The Art of Blowing it coming soon. https://www.instagram.com/ksscarborough https://www.facebook.com/watch/biggirlshow/ https://www.effyourfears.com/ Katharine Scarborough is an award-nominated New York City-based actress and writer. She received her MFA in Acting from the New School for Drama, and trained with the Moscow Art Theater and T...2020-09-1100 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastFrom Clair Huxtable to The Everyday Actor with Lisann Valentin In this special episode lawyer, actor and storyteller Lisann Valentine chats with Ashley about her new book "The Everyday Actor" It's A Daily Workbook To Find Your On-Camera Magic. This workbook gives you the tools you need to take control of the wand! With empathy and kindness, The Everyday Actor offers motivational, user-friendly tips, and simple scenes for daily on-camera practice. LINK: bit.ly/TheEverydayActor Actor, Lawyer & Teacher Lisann Valentin chats with Ashley about her new book The Everyday Actor. A Daily Workbook To Find Your On-Camera Magic If acting is a means of wielding your inner magic, this workbook...2020-09-0800 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastHow do you go from Broadway to becoming a singer in the Air Force with Leah Taylor?In this episode, Ashley talks to former costar Leah Taylor. They chat about how Leah went from callbacks for Broadway's Kinky Boots to becoming a singer in the Air Force. They talk about mindset, motivation, and finding your voice where it needs to be. https://www.instagram.com/leahfrankie https://www.effyourfears.com/ Leah Taylor is a world-class singer for the Air Force. Recent credits include Broadway/Off-Broadway She has been in the Air Force 2 years. I am married with two dogs living in San Antonio and continuing to pursue my love of theatre. When...2020-09-0700 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastMindset and Healing your face with Food with Jill ThereseJill Therese is a former acne sufferer who finally cleared her skin naturally after struggling for 15 years. She is now committed to helping others heal their acne from the inside out with her website Heal Your Face With Food; where she shares her best tips, tricks, and advice for healing acne naturally through her blog, ebooks, and natural acne healing program, The Clear Code. Aside from being obsessed with all things skin-related, Jill is an ACE certified fitness instructor, a Series 7 & 63 certified financial representatives, 5x half-marathon runner, and a Co-Founder/Advisory Board Member of the Women's Information Network of...2020-09-0400 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastLet's talk about addiction, narcissism and binge eating with Therapist Alexandra PerkinsonIn this very special episode, Ashley asks Certified EMDR practitioner, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Alexandra Perkinson about some mental health questions from the audience. What are boundaries, how to deal with narcissists, and coping mechanisms for rejection are just a few topics they cover. Alexandra Perkinson is a Master’s Level Therapist who's experience lies mostly within the fields of addiction and eating disorder treatment. Alex attained her Master's Degree in Creative Arts Therapy in 2013 from Pratt Institute and subsequent to this received specialized training to become a Certified EMDR practitioner, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and has...2020-09-0200 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastHow did comedian Sean Barry Parsons become some of the most beloved women on Tik Tok?You know and love Loretta, Helen and the Moretti Household but now you can go behind the characters and meet Tik Tok and Instagram Comedian/ Performer/ Jazz Virtuoso, Mr. Sean Barry Parsons. He chatted with Ashley bullies, character work and how to create your own work. https://www.instagram.com/seanbarryparsons/ https://www.tiktok.com/@seanbarryparsons?lang=en Please rate and review this episode so that more people will see it! https://www.patreon.com/effyourfears https://www.effyourfears.com/ 2020-08-2800 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastHow did dancer James Little go from waiting tables in Time Square to touring with Todrick Hall?Dancer and funny man James Little join the podcast to talk about -finding dance later in life, taking a risk on yourself, waiting tables and touring with cruise ships then Todrick Hall. Follow James on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jamesglittle/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/w0ahd00durkool/ https://www.instagram.com/jamesglittle/?hl=en Thank you for listening to this episode. Please rate and review this episode so that more people will see it! The Eff Your Fears Podcast https://www.patreon.com/e...2020-08-2600 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastHow did Ashlei Hardenburg-Cartagena go from small town Latinx Jersey girl to Netflix? Queer Latinx Filmmaker Ashlei Hardenburg-Cartagena chats with Ashley about diversity, Vassar, and working on Orange is The New Black. Check out Ashlei's new film A Single Evening which Ashley stars in. https://www.asingleevening.com/ https://www.instagram.com/hashtagashbash/?hl=en Thank you for listening to this episode. Please rate and review this episode so that more people will see it! The Eff Your Fears Podcast https://www.patreon.com/effyourfears https://www.effyourfears.com/ Ashlei Hardenburg-Cartagena is a queer German-Puerto Rican writer/director from Jersey...2020-08-2300 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastHow did producer Tatianna Mott go from Duke to Oprah's 2020 tour?This world is made of some brilliant women and we have got one on the show today. Tatianna Mott chats with Ashley about Broadway, dance, perfectionism, and creating your own work. Tatianna hosts a wonderful podcast called Take Each Moment which includes music, testimonies, and guided meditations that remind listeners that we are all in this together. The Eff Your Fears Podcast https://www.patreon.com/effyourfears https://www.effyourfears.com/ More on Tatianna Mott https://www.instagram.com/tatiannamott/ https://www.takeeachmoment.com/media h...2020-08-2000 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastHow Morgane spreads her light & her Existential Shift?We are experiencing magickal moments on the podcast today! The Magick of Morgane, that is. She is an international "trilingual" Actress (English, Hebrew, Spanish), martial artist (Karate), host, producer, writer, intuitive healer, vlogger, and model. Oh, and she's also a total sweetheart! She chats with Ashley about her evolution in the show biz and even the earth. Here's a bit more about Morgane. She was born in Jerusalem, Israel, to a Jewish family (from Morocco, Austria, and Ukraine). She served in the IDF for two years in a special combative unit. Morgane has been acting in theaters a...2020-08-1900 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastHow Joshua R. Pangborn created a LGBTQ body positive production company?Body Positivity is here to stay with this award-winning filmmaker behind and in front of the camera. Joshua R Pangborn joins his friend Ashley Monique Menard for a chat about growing up a weird, smart gay kid into calling his own shots now. The two talk about how Queer as Folk broke new grounds and Modern Family was a bit complacent in Queer Stories. The creator of the LGBTQ hit Skeleton Crew & Demon Doctor shares his struggles to help you face your fears to give birth to your dreams. Joshua R. Pangborn is the creator of two...2020-08-1700 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastHow writer Mark-Eugene Garcia went from a Disney kid with a dream to Broadway's Emojiland.Mark-Eugene Garcia and Ashley talk about Musical Theater, falling into acting and how to get through these uncertain times when depression hits in. http://www.markeugenegarcia.com/ 2020-08-1000 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastHow to deal with Red Flags.Are you running around in a red flag? Well, we have all been there. This episode Ashley maps out where her relationships began and red flags that can save you from being in a toxic relationship.2020-08-0700 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastHow Austin musician Nakia, made it to The Voice.Nakia sat down with Ashley Monique Menard on The Eff Your Fears Podcast to talk about how he doesn't let fear take him down. In fact, he uses it as fuel. They talk about everything from what it was like to be the first openly gay singer on The Voice to the pitfalls of depression and drugs. But, how following your passion can be the thing that saves you. https://www.nakia.net/ Here's a little more about Nakia. Professional background Nakia moved to Austin in 2002 from Chicago, where he...2020-08-0600 min
The Eff Your Fears PodcastHow Curvy Latinx singer Elle Baez became a Pop Sensation.Elle Baez sits down with Ashley Monique Menard to talk about how she doesn't let fear stop her from pursuing her dreams. If you want some inspiration for how to get into the music business and flourish as an indie artist check out this episode of The Eff Your Fears Podcast. https://www.effyourfears.com/ Curvy Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter, Elle Baez, is becoming a voice for young women everywhere with her raw delivery of beautiful pop-soul vocals that paint a striking vulnerable portrait of her life, song by song. Her original music has the power to...2020-08-0300 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastHow did Nola Comedian Joseph Lymous end up in Beyoncé's Story?Ashley Monique Menard welcomes comedian and online content creator Joseph Lymous. They talk about how to get over the humps of the entertainment business and how Joseph took his dream into his own hands and started creating his own work in the comedy worldIG: @jomiray Black, gay, interdisciplinary artist with an emphasis on comedy and self-liberation. Joseph studied Performing Arts at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and sketch comedy writing at the Upright Citizens Brigade. He is the co-artistic director of Mass Transit Theater where he performs and facilities workshops in social/e...2020-08-0100 minThe Eff Your Fears PodcastEp. 1 What is Fear?What is fear? Well, March 2020 Changed everyone’s life. We thought all we had to do was just to wash our hands and not touch our face for 14 days and we would be fine. We also had our national leader say that the sun would kill it so it’s pretty much not that big of a deal. and then people we know started getting it. Hell Tom Hanks got it. We started to feel more fear. then. The question begged what are we going to do? When are things going to go back to norma...2020-07-2800 min