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Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S10E19 - Darnelle Radford, Executive Director of Theatre PhiladelphiaChapters00:00 Introduction and Background of Darnelle Radford04:37 Darnelle's Journey into Theater09:08 The Importance of Live Theater13:33 Theater as a Community Experience18:21 Challenges in the Theater Industry23:03 The Future of Theater and New Works27:33 Darnelle's New Role at Theater Philadelphia32:05 Closing Thoughts and ReflectionsABOUT DARNELLE RADFORDDarnelle Radford is a Philadelphia-based theater producer, media entrepreneur, and arts administrator with a significant presence in the local theater community. He is the founder of Represented Theatre Company and Em3ry, a...
2025-12-2500 min
The Past Life ProjectS2 EP6: The Secret Past Lives of Animals with Darnelle Parker and Monique GloverSend us a textWelcome to The Past Life Project!Monique Glover, hypnotherapist and regression specialist, shares experiences and interviews about the healing world of past lives. In today's guest episode, Monique interviews Darnelle about her work with past lives with both people and animals, as well as her own personal experiences.Darnelle Parker is an Intuitive Soul Coach, transformational energy healer, and catalyst for deep remembrance. With a gift for weaving together ancestral healing, nervous system recalibration, and radical forgiveness, Darnelle helps awakened souls (people and animals) transmute pain into power, embody...
2025-12-0247 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S10E12 - Nell Bang-Jensen - FringeArtsIn this episode of the Broad Street Review podcast, host Darnelle Radford speaks with Nell Bang-Jensen, CEO and producing director of Fringe Arts, as they reflect on her first year in the role. They discuss the importance of Fringe Arts in supporting new and experimental work, the growth of the festival, and the significance of community engagement in the arts. Nell shares insights on the challenges faced by artists, the role of workshops, and the unique experiences offered by events like Feastival. The conversation also touches on funding challenges and the potential for more festivals in Philadelphia, emphasizing the...
2025-10-1700 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S10E10 - FIRE!! - Quintessence Theatre GroupIn this engaging podcast episode, host Darnelle Radford speaks with Kaisheem Fowler-Bryant about his journey as a new artist in Philadelphia and his involvement in the production of 'FIRE,' a play centered around the life and works of Wallace Thurman. They discuss the significance of Thurman's contributions to literature and theater, the challenges and joys of bringing a new work to life, and the relevance of historical themes in today's society. Kaisheem shares insights from his rehearsal experiences, the importance of joy amidst adversity, and the audience's potential takeaways from the production.FOR TICKETS AND INFORMATION...
2025-10-0600 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S10E09 - Relic Theatre Company - Spring AwakeningIn this episode of the Broad Street Review podcast, host Darnelle Radford speaks with Kendyll Young and Grant Struble, founders of the Relic Theatre Company, about their journey in establishing a new theater company in Philadelphia. They discuss the challenges and excitement of starting a theater, the importance of branding, the current landscape of theater, and the need for community support. The conversation also touches on their production of 'Spring Awakening' and the significance of creating opportunities for local artists.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Relic Theatre Company02:51 The Journey of Starting a Theater Company
2025-10-0300 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S10E08 - I Found That the Sun Will Rise TomorrowIn this episode of the Broad Street Review podcast, host Darnelle Radford engages with Anna Snapp, a performer at the Philadelphia Fringe Festival, discussing her production 'I Found the Sun Will Rise Tomorrow.' They explore Anna's artistic journey, the evolution of her work, and the healing power of performance. The conversation delves into the importance of audience engagement, the role of direction in theater, and the personal growth Anna has experienced through her art. The episode highlights the significance of self-discovery and the necessity of checking in with oneself amidst the hustle of life.Chapters
2025-09-2600 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S10E07 - Aaron Pang - FALLING - A Disabled Love StoryIn this episode of the Broad Street Review podcast, host Darnelle Radford speaks with Aaron Pang, a storyteller and performer whose production 'Falling, a Disabled Love Story' was featured in the 2025 Philly Fringe Festival. They discuss Aaron's multifaceted identity, his approach to storytelling, and the unique challenges and experiences of presenting disability in art. The conversation explores audience expectations, cultural differences in reception, and the importance of vulnerability in storytelling. Aaron shares insights from his experiences at the Edinburgh Festival and his aspirations for future performances.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Aaron Pang and Falling
2025-09-2300 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S10E06 - Dachau For Queers - Daniel NeerIn this episode of the Broad Street Review Podcast, host Darnelle Radford speaks with playwright Daniel Neer about his new work, 'Dachau for Queers,' which explores the historical context of a psychiatric hospital in California that incarcerated gay men. The conversation delves into themes of empathy, self-acceptance, family dynamics, and the importance of community support within the LGBTQ+ experience. Neer shares insights into the creative process and the role of theater in fostering social change, emphasizing the need for understanding and connection in a fragmented society.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Play and the Artist
2025-09-2300 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S10E05 - Spank Bank Time Machine - John MichaelIn this episode of the Broad Street Review podcast, host Darnelle Radford speaks with performance artist John Michael about his work, particularly his production 'Spank Bank Time Machine.' They discuss the themes of grief, loss, and the importance of addressing societal issues such as addiction and mental health through art. John Michael shares his personal experiences and the impact of his performances on audiences, emphasizing the need for empathy and understanding in the face of tragedy. The conversation also touches on the role of audience participation and the significance of Narcan in combating the overdose epidemic. Ultimately, the...
2025-09-1800 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S10E03 - Dogberry and Verges are Scared - Mike and WillIn this episode of the Broad Street Review podcast, host Darnelle Radford welcomes guests Will and Mike to discuss their journey in creating the play 'Dogberry and Verges Are Scared' for the Philadelphia Fringe Festival. They explore the collaborative nature of theater, the challenges of producing a new work, and the excitement of engaging with audiences. The conversation highlights the importance of support from the artistic community and the evolution of their script through various readings and workshops. As they prepare for their upcoming performances, they reflect on the creative process and the joy of bringing new stories to...
2025-09-0300 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S10E02 - The Presented - Chris DavisIn this episode of the Broad Street Review podcast, host Darnelle Radford celebrates the 10th season with guest Chris Davis, discussing the evolution of his work, the current state of the arts, and the significance of theater in today's society. They explore the challenges faced by artists, the importance of community engagement, and the resilience of the Philadelphia Fringe Festival. Chris shares insights on the future of live theater and the necessity of promoting artistic work to ensure audiences are aware of the vibrant cultural landscape.Chapters00:00 Celebrating a Decade of Podcasting02:51 The...
2025-08-2900 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S10E01 - New Heaven, New Earth - RAYNEJoin host Darnelle Radford as he sits down with Ang Bey, also known as Rayne, to discuss her innovative play "New Heaven, New Earth." This episode delves into the creative process behind adapting Shakespeare's "Antony and Cleopatra" into a modern narrative that explores themes of identity, power, and cultural legacy. ABOUT NEW HEAVEN, NEW EARTH On the edge of empire, Cleopatra battles a soothsaying Crocodile in this revisionist, Afrocentric adaptation of Shakespeare's “Antony and Cleopatra”. Written by Rayne, directed by Shamus, with live musi...
2025-08-2700 min
Tech Sales FunnelsEx-IBM/Microsoft Exec Reveals: The Untold Truth About Imposter Syndrome & AI in Tech Sales Careers 💡Ever wondered what it *really* takes to land a top tech sales role at giants like IBM or Microsoft? 🤔 In this exclusive snippet from the TechSales Funnels Podcast, host Dayvisson DaSilva sits down with the incredible Darnelle Parker, an executive who’s been headhunted by the best!Darnelle shares her inspiring journey from a psychology background to leading teams at global tech powerhouses. You’ll discover: The unexpected **transferable skills** that accelerate your tech sales career. How to **master networking** and become truly "headhunted." Actionable strategies to **overcome imposter syndrome** and boost your confidence. Practical techniques for **m...
2025-08-2442 min
Energy Medicine: Align Your Mind, Body, and Spirit!Ancestral Healing with Light Language: Clear Lineage Trauma & Awaken Soul Gifts with Darnelle Parker, Intuitive Soul CoachIn this episode of Energy Medicine, Dr. Mary sits down with Intuitive Soul Coach Darnelle Parker to talk about what it really means to reclaim your power. After surviving a near-death accident, Darnelle made a promise to live fully in her purpose—and now helps others release ancestral trauma and reconnect with the truth of who they are.She shares how pain and patterns can be passed down through generations, how light language and energy work support deep healing, and why remembering your soul’s wisdom is key. It’s a raw, heartfelt conversation about choosing your path...
2025-08-0530 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S09E28 - ON MY DEEN - Interact/ Theatre In The X - Amina RobinsonToday on the podcast:Director, Amina Robinson drops in to talk about the Interact Theatre Company production in collaboration with Theatre In The X of ON MY DEEN by Antu Yacob, commissioned as part of The Philly Cycle, on stage through June 28th. Here is my interview with Amina Robinson for ON MY DEEN.ON MY DEENby Antu Yacob directed by Amina Robinson (Fat Ham, Once On This Island, Intimate Apparel, The Color Purple)June 6-28, 2025 World premiere, commissioned as part of The Philly...
2025-06-1800 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S09E26 - A Summer Day - Wilma - Ross BeschlerIn this episode, host Darnelle Radford speaks with Ross Beschler about the Wilma Theater's final production of the season, A Summer Day, written by Jan Fosse. They discuss the unique Hothouse ensemble experience, the themes of love, loss, and memory in the play, and the challenges of communication and language in expressing deep emotions. The conversation highlights the importance of ensemble work and the artistic journey of the Hothouse members. In this conversation, Ross Beschler and Darnelle Radford explore the themes of language, memory, identity, and the dynamics of relationships through the lens of the play 'A Summer Day...
2025-06-1200 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S09E25 - Glitter In The Glass - Theatre ExileIn this engaging conversation, host Darnelle Radford speaks with playwright R. Eric Thomas and director Ontaria Kim Wilson about the regional premiere of 'Glitter in the Glass.' They explore themes of identity, community, and the cultural significance of their work, while reflecting on personal journeys and the importance of storytelling in the Black experience. The discussion also touches on the contrasts within Baltimore and Philadelphia, the impact of generational wisdom, and the ongoing quest for belonging and understanding in a complex world. In this conversation, R. Eric Thomas, Ontaria Kim Wilson and Darnelle Radford explore the significance of...
2025-06-1000 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S09E24 - SQUARE GO - INIS NUAIn this podcast episode, host Darnelle Radford engages with the director and cast of Inis Nua Theatre Company's production of 'Square Go.' They discuss the play's premise, themes of adolescence, audience engagement, and the rehearsal process. The conversation highlights the importance of vulnerability in performance and the unique dialect work that brings authenticity to the characters. The episode concludes with reflections on the impact of the play on both the cast and the audience, emphasizing the shared experience of theater.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Square Go01:22 Exploring the Premise...
2025-06-0500 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S09E21 - Susan Chase - Mother’s DayIn this engaging conversation, Darnelle Radford and Susan Chase explore the themes of motherhood, artistic expression, and the challenges of self-producing theatre. Susan shares her personal journey through cancer and how it inspired her work, including her latest play, Mother's Day. They discuss the importance of music in theatre, the fear of performing in New York, and the significance of audience engagement. The conversation also touches on the realities of procrastination in the creative process and the unexpected journey to acceptance in the United Solo Festival. In this conversation, Darnelle Radford and Susan Chase discuss the intricacies of creating...
2025-04-2800 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S09E20 - Theatre Exile 2024-25 SeasonIn this episode, Darnelle Radford interviews Deb Block, the producing artistic director of Theater Exile, discussing the current season's productions, community engagement, and the importance of the arts. They reflect on the success of the play 'Red', the innovative 'Philly Grit' series, and upcoming events like 'Exile a Go Go' and the final show 'Glitter in the Glass'. Deb emphasizes the need for collaboration within the arts community and the significance of bringing new audiences to theater.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Theater Exile and Season Overview01:13 Exploring the Production of 'Red'06:59 Highlighting...
2025-04-2400 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S09E19 - Reckless Romance - QTG - DeAnna S. WrightIn this engaging podcast episode, host Darnelle Radford speaks with Deanna Wright, an actress involved in the Quintessence Theater's production of Reckless Romance, featuring Midsummer Night's Dream and Antony and Cleopatra. Deanna shares her journey from Florida to Philadelphia, her experiences in the theater, and her reflections on playing the iconic roles of Cleopatra and Oberon. The conversation delves into the challenges and joys of acting, the significance of gender roles in Shakespeare's works, and the personal growth that comes from embodying such powerful characters. In this conversation, DeAnna S. Wright discusses her experiences portraying iconic characters Oberon and...
2025-04-2100 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S09E18 - 2025 The Arts Affair - PVLAToday on the podcast:We continue our annual coverage of the Philadelphia Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts and the 2025 The Arts Affair, May 15th at REC Philly. Here is my interview with members of the PVLA for The Arts Affair.In this episode, host Darnelle Radford engages with representatives from the Philadelphia Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts (PVLA) to discuss the upcoming Arts Affair, a significant fundraising event for the organization. The conversation covers the PVLA's recent developments, the challenges faced by artists in the current political climate, and the importance of supporting the arts...
2025-04-1500 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S09E16 - BEARDS ON ICE - John JarboeIn this engaging conversation, Darnelle Radford speaks with John Jarboe, the artistic director of Bearded Ladies Cabaret, about their innovative show 'Beards on Ice.' The discussion explores the origins of the show, its focus on climate justice, and the importance of family-friendly programming. John shares insights into the creative process, the role of humor in addressing serious topics, and the significance of community engagement in climate activism. The conversation highlights the joy and absurdity of the performance, emphasizing the need for collective action and the power of art to inspire hope.What's more impossible: solving the...
2025-03-1500 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S09E06 - THE COMEUPPANCE - Taysha Marie CanalesTHE COMEUPPANCEBY BRANDEN JACOBS-JENKINS DIRECTED BY MORGAN GREEN A CO-PRODUCTION WITH WOOLLY MAMMOTH THEATRE COMPANYSet in 2023, Jacobs-Jenkins’ witty and moving dark comedy focuses on five friends who reunite 20 years after graduating from a high school in Prince George's County, outside of Washington, D.C. Known as the "Multi-Ethnic Reject Group," the group was once bonded by their outsider status and the traumas of their teenage years. Gathered on a porch ahead of their high school reunion, they reminisce about their younger selves over adult jungle juice and pot as they each re...
2024-11-2900 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S09E05 - MORENO - Seth Rozin and J Paul NicholasMORENOby Pravin WilkinsNovember 1-24American Premiere!When Kaepernick kneels, will he?
2016. The NFL has been shaken by Colin Kaepernick’s controversial decision to take a knee during the national anthem to protest against police brutality. Superstar running back Luis Moreno, who is all about his game – and his paycheck -- has joined a new team with championship aspirations. But America’s leadership is changing, and when a painful new reality hits close to home, Luis is forced to ask whether politics have a place on the field, and if h...
2024-11-1500 min
Edify UnfilteredCoversEdify’s Art director, Kim Larson, joins us to talk about designing covers. Dream job? Maybe! We talk about getting from the photoshoot to public reaction. You’ll hear about the surprising controversies and meaningful profiles we’ve featured. Good to know: you cannot buy your way onto Edify’s cover. It’s not for sale. --From This Episode-- ● See the covers we talked about this episode: Gene and Karen Principe - read the article: When Gene Met Karen Jason Kenney - read the article: “I Wanted to Have a Normal Life.” ...
2024-07-1732 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S08E04 - 2024 Philly Theatre WeekIn this conversation, Darnelle Radford interviews Sabriaya Shipley, the executive director of Theater Philadelphia, about the seventh annual Philly Theatre Week. They discuss the importance of digital media in promoting the theater community, the value of long-form conversations, and the need for inclusivity and accessibility in theater. They also highlight some of the events and productions happening during Philly Theatre Week, including comedy shows, devised theater, and community-centered initiatives. The conversation between Darnelle Radford and Sabriaya Shipley explores the importance of community and transparency in the Philadelphia theater scene. They discuss the need for theaters to adapt and evolve...
2024-04-1000 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S08E03 - MACBETH - QTGIn this conversation, Darnelle Radford interviews artistic director Alex Burns about Quintessence Theater Group's love and war season, with a focus on the production of Macbeth. The conversation covers various topics, including the themes of love and war in the season, the exploration of villain stories, the expectations of theater, and the approach to an all-male production of Macbeth. Burns discusses the use of artifice in theater and the transformative power of storytelling. In this conversation, Alexander Burns discusses the production of Macbeth at Quintessence Theatre Group. He emphasizes the power of theater artists to transcend identity and become...
2024-03-2500 min
Brake Bias F1Summer "Brake" recap (feat. King of the Take)On this special episode, Brad is joined by Darnelle and Kyle from the King of the Take podcast to recap the first 12 races of the F1 season. They take a look at the predictions Brad and Darnelle made during their pre-season testing episode, they each reveal their Prize, Demise and Surprise of the first half, preview the second half, and end the episode with a fun trivia game.Music: King Around Here by Alex GrohlKing of the Take: https://linktr.ee/kingofthetakeBrake Bias: https://linktr.ee/brakebias
2023-08-141h 19Brake Bias F1Brake Bias x King of the Take + Testing + Over/under-achievers (feat. Darnelle Jones)Episode 43 brings a new face to the show in Darnelle from King of the Take! The boys talk pre-season testing, the 2023 F1 season and the upcoming Bahrain Grand Prix.Check out King of the Take!Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hZMG6Oww1vjI4YsLZ8QZv?si=KNXS3UBNQGCnh4Twxx_WSQTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kingofthetake?_t=8aF6OLWdLEc&_r=1Linktree: https://linktr.ee/kingofthetake?utm_source=linktree_profile_share
2023-02-281h 13
From the PressboxA very good Super Bowl, Knicks and Nets make trades, Klecko and Revis in HOFHosted by Rob leonard and Tim Leonard, this week Rob and Tim talks about teh Super Bowl, The Knicks and Nets making trades though not with each other, and Joe Klecko and Darnelle Revis make the Football Hall of Fame. "From the Pressbox" airs live every Monday from 9am - 10am on 90.3FM WHPC and streaming at www.nccradio.org
2023-02-1359 min
Let's Get HauntedThe Ghost Portal at Belle Grove Plantation**SKIP TO TO 00:24:21 TO GET TO THE STORY** The story of Belle Grove Plantation began over 300 years ago; However, some of those old memories refuse to be forgotten. Not only does Belle Grove offer serious colonial haunts that have been recorded by EVP, it's also a great place to stop and have some tea! Join us on this historical adventure as Nat treats Aly to the unexplained happenings of Belle Grove Plantation. This episode also features an interview with the owner and operator of Belle Grove Plantation's Bed and Breakfast, Michelle Darnelle! Check out Belle Grove Plantation...
2023-02-081h 53
Bea PositiveNo Bad News 102822Person of the Week, Spotlighted Business, and LOTS and LOTS of Positivity!!! Person of the Week: Ms. Darnelle Clark, Teacher, Liberty Township School District.
2022-10-2823 min
Relatively Damaged by Damaged ParentsAmidst the Chaos - Losing a BabyKorena Darnelle is a storyteller and she uses photography, writing, painting and other creative forms to tell her story and the story of others. But mainly she’s just a person seeking to leave a positive mark on this earth and to be better than she was yesterday.
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2022-09-1636 min
Caribbean Birth StoriesThe power of mindsetToday’s guest, Korena Darnelle, is a native of one of the most influential island developing states in our region, Barbados. Korena is a singer, writer, birth and lifestyle photographer and a fellow podcaster. Korena is one of two Caribbean women I’ve interviewed this season who have so masterfully scripted their experiences of pregnancy and birth. Listen as she gives us a tease of what's in store in her publication: Gimme a Home Birth: The Birth Story I Didn't Expect.
2022-08-0232 min
The FF Dynasty - Dynasty Fantasy FootballTop Dynasty Wide Receiver Rankings & Tiers | Dynasty Fantasy Football 2022We’ve got a fun one for you today…We go through our top Dynasty WR Rankings and Tiers for your pleasurrre. We know you love rankings, but tiers are even more vital to your dynasty fantasy football success when going through a startup draft or even making trades while searching for value. Cop the FF Dynasty T-Shirt here: https://revelrybrewingco.com/revelry-brewing-co/shop/ff-dynasty-podcast-tee/ Join Live Dynasty Mock Drafts with us (Rookie, Startup, Super flex/2 QB) and also get access to the discord channel by hopping over to: https://patreon.com/theffdynasty Time...
2022-07-141h 35
Lavender Water PodcastEpisode VIII.--"You Drove So Far Away Only To Be In The Same Place" (featuring Darnelle Holland)Matthew asks Darnelle about his journey through fashion and photography. They end up talking about the past of their hometown, and where they hope to relocate in the future. @MDNT.BLU
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2022-07-0843 min
Men Are The P.R.I.Z.E. PodcastEpisode 24: The P.R.I.Z.E. are FathersThis episode is dedicated to all the fathers out there. This episode is from mothers, wives, sisters, cousins, partners etc. This is an all women episode. Each one wanted to send a special message to you dads out there. Enjoy a whole recording of positive vibes from women. Happy Father's Day!
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2022-06-1929 min
Leaders Worth Knowing PodcastLeaders in EDI: Management Futures’ Shona Crooks & Sarah Cartwright and Commonwealth Games’ Darnelle Morgan-JohnsonIn this episode, three inspiring advocates for diversity discuss what they have learned about standing firm and speaking out. Leaders in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) is a monthly series covering news, views, comments and debates happening across the equality, diversity and inclusion space.This episode features an unmissable conversation led by Shona Crooks, who works as Management Futures Head of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. She is joined by Sarah Cartwright, coach, trainer, speaker and Associate of Management Futures, and by Darnelle Morgan-Johnson, a sports and events professional currently working as the Events Services Operations Manager at t...
2022-05-061h 04
All Power To The Developing!Ep.24 How Do Social Therapeutics Impact Our Lives? “Let’s Talk About It” Alumni Report BackWhat does social therapeutics look and feel like on-the-ground? How does it develop throughout a person’s life? Join a group of young adults— Darnelle Cadet, Chauncey Espada, David Pierre-Louis, and Desire Wandan—all of whom grew up in Flatbush, Brooklyn and participated in “Let’s Talk About It,” a daily social therapeutic drop-in group at Erasmus Hall High School led by the ESI’s Barbara Silverman. How did “Let’s Talk About It” impact their lives and the development of their friends and families? How are they using social therapeutic methodology today? As one of the participants puts it, “Group didn’t end wh...
2022-04-291h 15
Rep Radio - An Em3ry ProductionNEW PODCAST ALERT!! - The Business of Theater, A Working TitleMitch Weiss along with Perri Gaffney, wrote a book, The Business of Broadway and since 2015, we have updated the book’s chapters monthly. Those updates can be found on Em3ry.com in the same feed as this new podcast. So, give it a listen wherever you currently listen to podcasts and let us know what you think. That’s “The Business of Theater, A Working Title with Darnelle Radford and Mitch Weiss”, now part of the Em3ry Podcast Network.
2022-04-1900 min
Balancing the HatsSeason 2 | Finale (It Really Isn't Easy Balancing the Hats But Thanks to You All)We made it to the end of Season 2 and I really want to thank all those who tuned in, all the guests who joined the show and each and every person that had a role to play in making this season a success.
It has not been an easy road, but we made it. Balancing the Hats of life is not easy, but I will continue to keep moving forward and I hope that you will join for as much of it as possible.
I do plan to be back for Season 3 and I promise...
2022-03-1711 minBalancing the HatsManaging Mental Health and Endometriosis | Ep. 26Today I got the chance to gain a better understanding of what endometriosis is, its stages, symptoms, treatments and overall diagnosis, from a person who through the years has become a friend. Her name is Sasha Aimey and we've known each other for well over 10 years having gone to school together.
Sasha has been greatly impacted by this illness and has gone from been a very outgoing, athletic person, to someone who is now, almost always indoors and sometimes has to walk with a cane. She's been through a lot but continues to keep her faith and...
2022-03-1031 minBalancing the HatsBalancing When You've Lost It All | Ep. 25Life can be challenging for all of us and Lad Mandiola has experienced his share of challenges for sure. Being asked to leave his home at the age of 18 years old and bearing witness to violence and abuse, it took him a while to find out what he was supposed to do with his life. And even when he thought he had it all figured out, life threw him yet another curveball. But through some prayers and some mentorship, he was finally able to get on track to living a life of service.
His passion now is...
2022-03-031h 06Balancing the HatsBelow the Surface - A Writer's Perspective with Larrian Davis | Ep. 24Have you ever been thinking about writing a book and didn't know how to start? Or have you had so much self-doubt that you just felt like giving up?
Larrian takes the time to explain her simple steps of not only writing her first book, Sandra The Manifest Queen. She explains how she got up and prepared herself for writing and in the times she got writer's block, how she managed to dance it out. Larrian and I also took some time to talk about some options for marketing her book and using Amazon KDP to get...
2022-02-1927 minBalancing the HatsBalancing Your Body After Having a Baby | Ep. 23Often times mum's are overlooked after baby is born. We are exhausted, tired, hormonal and often dealing with low confidence, major adjustments, maintaining self-care and even setting boundaries.
Leslie Abraham, is a French perinatal osteopath DO and exercise specialist with over 12 years of international experience. She is the founder of Bonjour Baby and the creator of the Postpartum Body Solution program.
We got the chance to discuss postpartum challenges such as hair loss, back pain, c-section recovery tips and so much more. Leslie shared her knowledge and expertise on how to make life as a m...
2022-02-1049 minBalancing the HatsManaging Your Child's Gifts | Ep. 22Barb is a Certified Speaker, Teacher, Coach and a Maxwell Certified Behaviour Analysis Trainer on the John Maxwell Team. She is also an author, and is currently working on another new book. She's a volunteer with the CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) program for foster children in Southern Arizona and her motto is: 'Empowering others to reinvent themselves to achieve their best life'.
Barb and I got the chance to discuss Managing Your Child's Gifts. Barb enlightened me about the DISC method and helped me to get a better understanding of which categories I fell into, but...
2022-02-0436 minBalancing the HatsKahuna Lineage | Ep. 21Until recently I had no idea what Kahuna Lineage meant, nor how long it even existed. Thankfully I had the pleasure of chatting with Janese (Janese my niece) Ululani who gave me a break down of what it meant and some insight into her life and routine as a Kahuna.
We also explored the aspects of breaking karmic ancestral limitations and explored aspects of a positive mindset and attaching our self worth to going to work and paying bills.
Janese has a number of workshops coming up, so feel free to reach out to her...
2022-01-2727 minBalancing the HatsBlack Joy | Ep. 20Dr. Toya is a fun loving wife, mother and past bungie jumper. Originally from the lovely Caribbean island of Trinidad and Tobago, Dr. Toya's also an an OB/GYN practicing in Northern California and the founder and CEO of Buy Default, an online platform that helps uplift the Black community by creating a space where black businesses can get the exposure they need to thrive.
We chat about what Black Joy means and why it needs to be embraced and celebrated and we also share a bit about our own experiences with racism and even our own...
2022-01-201h 02Balancing the HatsGoing Against the Grain | Ep. 19Just over a year and a half ago, I had the privilege of chatting with this enthusiastic lady, Suzanne Redmond. She really inspired me back then and she definitely has re-inspired me now when I was listening to her episode once again.
Suzanne has been through tumultuous, toxic relationships, even from early childhood and battling all of this while having type 2 bi-polar disorder. In spite of all of this, she still managed to go back and finish high school, was bold enough to decide against having children until she was mentally ready, got married and started her...
2022-01-1342 minBalancing the HatsBelow the Surface - Let's Talk Music with Leigh Phillips | Ep. 18I got the chance to sit down and chat with the Lovely Leigh Phillips. We spoke about her EP, her Queen Album, the challenges she's faced in the music industry and the importance of working and developing your craft.
Leigh also offered some profound advice about how to get started in the music industry, doing your research and even developing your brand. She allows highlights the importance of being ready to seize opportunities and being prepared.
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2022-01-0647 minBalancing the HatsManaging You on Social Media | Ep. 17If you're anything like me, you're looking forward to seeing 2022. But how do you want to represent yourself or your business in the New Year? What are your plans for you and social media? Have you already decided on the type of content you want to post and when?
Well Ana Patricia and I have a chat about Managing You on Social Media. We discuss personal branding, adding value to clients, knowing your why and so much more.
Ana is a certified Business Coach from Montreal, with a mission to help ambitious women gain clarity...
2021-12-3044 minBalancing the HatsBalancing Sleep and What You Eat | Ep. 16With Christmas in the air, I took the time to get some sound advice from Dr. Ritu Saluja Sharma. We chatted about the holistic approach to understanding and maintaining good health, the linkage between how what we eat could affect our sleep and how lack of sleep could affect our mental health as well. We also discussed a bit about her program Head, Heart, Hands.
Here's how you can get in touch with Ritu:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFd3Q4L7SZLBDCqFT7tQrRg
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/headhearthandsmd
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2021-12-2333 minBalancing the HatsBelow the Surface - A Photographer's Life with Aleksandra Di Gesaro | Ep. 15Today I got the chance to speak with a fellow photographer, Aleksandra Di Gesar, who is a fashion photographer. She's also a writer. and entrepreneur based in Milan, Italy.
Aleksandra has a background in Law, but after moving from Poland to Milan with her husband, life's circumstances pushed her to pursue her true passion of photography. She uses this experience to encourage other photographers and creatives to pursue their passions as well.
I got to touch a bit on my own personal experiences working in a 9 to 5 job that I don't like and Aleksandra gave m...
2021-12-1636 minBalancing the HatsThe Grape Unknown | Ep. 14Jaco Vienings is a South African winemaker and founder of the Grape Unknown. His primary focus is to bridge the gap between wine makers and wine consumers and aid in making wine more accessible and enjoyable to understand. During our chat, Jaco shared how he actually got started as a winemaker, the challenges he has faced as an entrepreneur and I got a chance to answer a few of his questions as well. I also found out that he visited the beautiful shores of Barbados and had a chance to sample the Barbadian rum :)
Jaco also took...
2021-12-0935 min
Dee Airey CoachingS3 E12 - CHATTING TO KORENA DARNELLE (Part 1)Join me in this episode (1 of 2) chatting to Birth, Lifestyle and Portrait Photographer, Korena Darnelle, from the sunny island of Barbados.
She is hugely experienced and such an inspiration. She's living, breathing proof that even though imposter syndrome and confidence dips happen, you can still have a successful photography business.
Just like most photographers, at the start of her business her work spanned many genres. And it was through the passage of time that she established her own identity and style.
I'm sure many many photographers, particularly those who are at the start of...
2021-12-0525 minBalancing the HatsSeason 2: Balancing the Hats is BackIt’s been more than a minute, but I’m here and I’m back for Season 2 and I promise it’ll only get better.
There are lots of interesting persons joining me once again and they all have amazing stories.
Tune in each and every Thursday as I explore the daily lives of men and women from around the globe. Employees, entrepreneurs, mums, dads, and people that share my interests in photography, writing, and music.
Learn about virtual wine tasting, have a chat with singing sensation Leigh Philips and so much more.
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2021-12-0202 min
Now Here We Are Thirty Years Later2002: 'No Children'Oh Christ, it's those awful Alpha people again. The final instalment in this season is a double episode on 'No Children,' taking in the Offspring, the difference between a divorce and burning a house down, and the things we can't let go of until they let go of us. Show notes06/22/13 Live show at Bottletree in Birmingham, AL, with banter leading up to ‘Alpha Chum Gatherer’: https://archive.org/details/mountaingoats2013-06-22.flac16/mountaingoats2013-06-22t11.flac BBC News article on grammar schools and social mobility: https://www.bbc.co.uk/n...
2021-11-2939 min
Now Here We Are Thirty Years Later2001: 'Riches and Wonders'I want to go home, but I am home. Today's episode is about 2001, and the song 'Riches and Wonders.' It looks at millennial housing insecurity, playground insults, bad landlords, and the predations of the Colo mice.Show notes06-17-2007 Zoop live set, featuring ‘Cobscook Bay’ and ‘Leaving Home’: https://archive.org/details/tmg2007-06-17.Zoop 09-08-2021 City Winery, NYC live banter before ‘Genesis 3:23,’ featuring discussions of revisiting old homes and the mice of Colo: https://archive.org/details/tmg2021-09-08/tmg2021-09-08-15.flac Comments on ‘Leaving Home’...
2021-11-0221 min
Adulting 101Changing Career Paths & Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Lindsay DarnelleHave you ever wanted to try something new, but felt like you didn't have the right skillset? This week's guest has been there and done that. Join me while I chat with Lindsay, a mom of 3 who quit her job in real estate to start a business which she has successfully scaled to over 6-figures in just 3 years. No shortage of inspiration in this episode, you won't want to miss it.---CONNECT W. LINDSAYhttps://www.instagram.com/lindsaydarnelle/https://www.lindsaydarnelle.com/---CONNECT W. MEhttps://www.instagram.com/lifestylebydesignstudio/
2021-10-2531 min
Your Transformation JourneyBalancing Family, Work, and Podcasting, and the Power of BirthKorena Darnelle is a mom, worker, photographer, and podcaster. We talk about how powerful women are and the power of birth and the power in leadership. You can also find Korena on Balancing Hats Podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/yourtransformationjourney/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/yourtransformationjourney/support
2021-02-0132 min
Your World of CreativityKorena Darnelle, Singer, Writer, Photographer & PodcasterMeet the energetic and creative Korena Darnelle from Barbados.As a singer, writer, photographer, and podcaster, Korena embraces her busy life. We talk about how she is balancing all the hats she wears.I loved the insight she shared about a shift from "aspiring writer" or "someday thriving" -- to embracing the fact she has published work and is already attracting success.Listen to what inspires Korena. And her big dreams (including lunch with Steve Harvey and Michelle Obama).Korena invites you to follow her along her journey, as she will...
2020-11-0626 min
Life With Your DogEp45 - Socialising Dogs Without Using Dog Parks? [Q&A]Panos responds to Darnelle's question, regarding how she should socialise her dog without using a dog park.
Listen to Ep7 (To Dog Park, Or Not To Dog Park) for our opinion on dog parks.
There are a few ways in which we can socialise our dogs appropriately, although it may mean thinking outside the box.
Further listening:
Ep6 - The Importance Of Structured Walking For Your Dog
Ep13 - Phases of Training
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2020-08-2213 min
Balancing the HatsFeeling Good, Inside and Out | Ep. 13Self-image plays a big role in our lives. We all have doubts, fears, and insecurities. Renee breaks the barriers and reveals how it feels to be on the other side of the spectrum that is often overlooked, the skinny side of life. Explaining what it's like to look in the mirror and see a "box juice". Her talk is fun and full of laughs as we explore the importance of mindset and focusing on the 5 step approach of Focus on Self, Family, Fun, Food and Fitness.
Listen to her full episode as she reveals a great idea...
2020-08-2138 minBalancing the HatsThe Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Truth of Being an Entrepreneur | Ep. 12Deirdre is a serial entrepreneur that knows what it's like to start from the very beginning. Having left the corporate world behind, she and her husband embarked on a journey of uncertainty and now have reaped great rewards. Tune in as she shares her failures and her successes, how she managed after a huge betrayal, and what she's learned along the way.
Also, be sure to check out her free 5-day boot camp coming up later this month: www.thegrowthboss.com/bootcamp
To connect with Deirdre, here's a list of her social channels:
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2020-08-1350 minBalancing the HatsBelow the Surface - A Photographer's Life with Warren Linton | Ep. 11It was fun chatting with Warren and exploring a photographer's life. The challenges and successes, the different areas of photography, the things we love about it and even the different experiences male versus female photographers may have. Warren was the one that brought me back from my 10-year photography hiatus and I'm so glad he did. Listen to the full episode to find out more.
To connect with Warren:
Website: www.warrenlinton.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/WarrenLintonPhotography
Instagram: @warrenlinton
Flickr: www.flickr.com/warrenlinton
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2020-08-0644 minBalancing the HatsKeeping Your Sanity in Spite of it All | Ep. 10Elizabeth and I sit and chat about the realities of being a wife, a mother, and a business owner. The challenges of relocating with your family and having to close your business, only to have to now rebuild it again in a new place. We agreed that to overcome anything life throws at us, the most important asset we have is a positive mindset and that lowering our expectations is not necessarily a bad thing as we adjust to new ways of doing business in this time of COVID.
To connect with Elizabeth and find out more...
2020-07-3034 minBalancing the HatsWord Play, Mind Play | Ep. 09Keoma "RhyMinister" Malett is a popular emcee and rapper from the shores of Barbados. Especially known for freestyling, engaging lyrics, wordplay, and the energy he brings to the stage, he is a force to be reckoned with. Although a shy, deep thinker, he has managed to rise above his years of struggling with depression and encourages us to be ourselves, maintain a positive mindset, and surrounding ourselves with good people.
Reach out RhyMInister through his social media channels, especially Instagram:-
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhyministermc
Twitter: https://twitter.com/rhyministermc
Facebook: https://w...
2020-07-2442 minBalancing the Hats3 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Parent w/ Jamaal + Rosie | Ep. 08In this, our last episode of the 3 things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Parent, four-part series, I chat with Jamaal Reifer of CeeVision Sports and Rosemarie Bainbridge, author of One Way or Another. We discuss the joys of parenting and touch on the areas of patience, shopping for baby items, the ever-popular unsolicited advice, sibling love, and more.
Want more information about CeeVision Sports, take a look at their website by clicking here. You could also get yourself a copy of Rosie's book when you click here.
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2020-07-1634 minBalancing the Hats3 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Mum w/ Kellie + Julia | Ep. 07In part 3 of this series, Kellie and Julia take the time to share their insight on their journey through motherhood and the things they wish they knew. We talked about potty training, making early investments, not sweating the small stuff and more.
If you're enjoying my podcast, please write a review for me in the Apple podcasts app by clicking here. Your reviews encourage me to keep doing what I'm doing and help others to choose my podcast as well.
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2020-07-1033 minBalancing the Hats3 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Dad w/ Anderson + Adrian | Ep. 06So today we had the guys in to share their views and share they did. Both Anderson Rice and Adrian Green gave profound insights into the importance of understanding investments and peer attachment culture, among other things like patience and adjusting to having a family. Definitely some food for thought. and be sure to check out the book Adrian mentioned entitled, Hold on to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers. Give it a listen and I do apologise for the technical glitches experienced in the latter part of the audio.
If you're enjoying...
2020-07-0349 minBalancing the Hats3 Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Mum w/ Lenora + Toni | Ep. 05I sat down for a chat with Lenora Williams and Toni Daniel, two first time mums, as they shared the things they wish they knew before becoming mums. We all agreed that we really never are truly prepared for mummyhood no matter how much we've read until it actually happens and babysitting a younger brother or sister just isn't the same thing.
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2020-06-2533 minBalancing the HatsMaintaining Overall Wellness of Mind, Body + Spirit | Ep. 04Celia Collymore and I sit down to discuss nutrition, the importance of listening to our bodies, and the reality that there is no one size fits all when it comes to maintaining our health.
Be sure to check out BajanFusion
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https://linktr.ee/CeliaCollymore
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2020-06-1839 minBalancing the HatsBelow the Surface - Let's Talk Music with Indra Denys | Ep. 03Today we share a deeper look into the music industry. Exploring how Indra got started, her achievements, what keeps her grounded, and things she wishes she knew before she got started.
Indra was mentored by Eddy Grant, who produced her first two albums. She is currently working on her EP, but has already achieved the chart-toppers listed below both locally and internationally:
#1MTV Africa, #1 German reggae charts, #1 BBC 1Xtra, #5 U.K reggae charts, #5 David Rodigan’s “Hot Hits” list, #7 Billboard reggae, Nominated for B.M.A’s Best Inspirational/Gospel song Attended: M.I.D.E.M, W.S.I...
2020-06-1133 minBalancing the HatsWhen You're Passionate About Helping People | Ep. 02Dr. Onika Shirley shares insight on how she manages to do all the things she does, through stacking and blocking, maintaining a passion for all she does and letting herself off the hook by not aiming to be a ten in everything.
Want to get in contact with Dr. Onika? Check out her website https://actionspeaksvolume.com/
You can also find her on
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actionspeaksvolume/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/onika.shirley
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2020-06-0422 minBalancing the HatsManaging as a Single Mother of Three | Ep. 01In this episode, Kay talks about her challenges as a single mother of three while dealing with a cancer diagnosis and a son that has an auditory processing disorder. She expresses the importance of taking time out for ourselves, maintaining a positive mindset, juggling the antics of her boys, and encouraging other parents who are feeling overwhelmed.
Be sure to check out her group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/4parents2parents
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2020-05-2931 minBalancing the HatsWelcome to Balancing the Hats | TrailerWe all juggle multiple hats at some stage of our lives and that's what I'm here to talk to you about.
So join me in each and every episode as I explore the daily lives of men and women from around the globe as they share their successes and their failures and the things they wish they knew.
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2020-05-2203 min
Filter No Filter BrothersInterracial relationship (SGL)Darnelle & Keith talks about there journey meeting each other on adam4adam to a 13 months relationship
2020-04-1151 min
My Gay AgendaEpisode 50 - Darnelle RadfordWe join Darnelle at Philly's Mütter Museum to chat about dressing up as a kid, lunchroom epiphanies, and his very photogenic cat. Then we create our own medical drama called "Gay's Anatomy".
2019-09-1855 min
BYLU Campaign PodcastThe Dynamic BeginnerOn this episode of the BYLU Campaign podcast, Daniel and Nathan invite Darnelle Williams, a DC-based real estate investor to the show to discuss his journey into real estate and his role as organizer of the DMV’s hottest real estate meet-up, All DMV REI Meet-Up. Tune in to this open dialogue as Darnelle and Nathan both share their experience with deals falling through and the recovery process that accompanies it, discuss leaving their jobs to be full-time real estate investors, and provide steps to starting your wholesaling journey. Truly a worthwhile listen for all newbie real estate in...
2019-07-181h 07
The BYLU Campaign PodcastThe Dynamic Beginner ft. Darnelle WilliamsOn this episode of the BYLU Campaign podcast, Daniel and Nathan invite Darnelle Williams, a DC-based real estate investor to the show to discuss his journey into real estate and his role as organizer of the DMV’s hottest real estate meet-up, All DMV REI Meet-Up. Tune in to this open dialogue as Darnelle and Nathan both share their experience with deals falling through and the recovery process that accompanies it, discuss leaving their jobs to be full-time real estate investors, and provide steps to starting your wholesaling journey. Truly a worthwhile listen for all newbie real estate investors/wh...
2019-07-1600 min
Make It Make Sense PodcastEpisode 7: Black Fatherhood w/ DarnelleHAPPY FATHERS DAY! HAPPY BLACK MEN DON'T CHEAT MONTH! Friend of the show Darnelle from the upcoming What The Business? Podcast co-hosts this episode of the Make It Make Sense Podcast. We talk black fatherhood, the #BlackMenDontCheat movement, and more! As always make sure you follow the Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook pages. Tune in and thanks for listening!
2019-06-271h 46
Rep Radio | By: Represented | Rep RadioChris Morse - 9 Seasons LaterOn today’s podcast, Season 9 begins with a look back at the beginning of Rep Radio. I’m on the line with Chris Morse, our first host, whose nudging gave birth to Rep Radio, an idea we had been kicking around while producing Represented Theatre Company productions. We learned many valuable lessons about podcasting and never thought we would be here 9 seasons later! Stay Tuned!
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2018-08-0944 minRep Radio | By: Represented | Rep RadioMrs Harrison - R. Eric ThomasOn today’s podcast, R. Eric Thomas dials in to talk about the last year and the World Premiere of Mrs Harrison, produced by Azuka Theatre Company. Between his Elle contribution, “Eric Reads The News”, his stint at “The Moth” and member of “The Foundry”, Eric manages to pump out dynamic stories the peak the curiosity of Philadelphia stages with a few commissions along the way. Stay Tuned!
ABOUT MRS. HARRISON
This new play by Barrymore Award-winning playwright R. Eric Thomas, is about two women and one story. At their 10-year college reunion, Aisha and Holly meet by chance. Is this the first...
2018-08-091h 17Rep Radio | By: Represented | Rep Radio4 Directors, 1 HollingerOn today’s podcast, I facilitate a roundtable discussion with three of the four directors tackling the works of Michael Hollinger this season.
As an added bonus, Mr. Hollinger joins us! We attempt to identify the Hollinger lens, the women in the plays and the themes that present a sense of urgency. Stay Tuned!
Red Herring – noir comedy about marriage and other explosive devices.
Director: David Bradley
TouchTones – around a phone sex office.
Director: Emmanuelle Delpech
Sing The Body Electric – around a lightning strike and scars left over.
Director: Deborah Block
Hope and Gravity – revolves around an elevator accident.
Director: Jennifer C...
2018-08-0951 minRep Radio | By: Represented | Rep RadioTom Reing - Our Few and Evil DaysOn today’s podcast, I have one of the most cryptic conversations with director, Tom Reing about the American Premiere of “Our Few and Evil Days”. We breakdown the boxes the characters are in and how they manage to get there. All while dancing around the elephant in the room. The production encompasses the Proscenium at the Drake in largest-scale scenic design for Inis Nua Theatre Company. Stay Tuned!
ABOUT OUR FEW AND EVIL DAYS
Daughter brings home beau to meet the parents. It’s all so normal, but this perfect family photo is about to slip out of the frame. E...
2018-08-0930 minRep Radio | By: Represented | Rep RadioMatt Decker - Peter and the StarcatcherOn today’s podcast, I make my annual visit with director, Matt Decker. This time, we talk about Theatre Horizon’s production of “Peter and the Starcatcher”. This regional production is placed on a smaller stage with a relatable setting that breathes new life into this tale that is fun for the whole family. Stay Tuned!
ABOUT PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
With virtuosity, imagination, and stunning theatricality, a dozen musicians and storytellers use handmade magic to conjure ships and stardust, create more than 100 characters, and ultimately upend the familiar story of how a fearless girl inspires an orphan boy to become t...
2018-08-0946 minRep Radio | By: Represented | Rep RadioCAGED - Jerrell HendersonOn today’s podcast, I spend some time with Jerrell Henderson, director of Passage Theatre’s production of “CAGED” by The New Jersey Prison Cooperative. This tough and all to real depiction of a Black family’s struggle with America’s for-profit justice system combines scenes that lead from one tragic episode to the next in an attempt to shine a light on a broken system. Stay Tuned!
ABOUT CAGED
Caged follows a Black family’s struggle to survive the generational cycle of mass incarceration. Combining stories, interviews, and writing by current and former inmates, this poignant community-devised play uses gripping truth...
2018-08-0952 minRep Radio | By: Represented | Rep RadioThe Helen Project - Kristen ScattonOn today’s podcast, Inside The Writer’s Mind Host Alum, Kristen Scatton returns to reflect and talk about ReVamp Collective and the new production of “#TheHelenProject”. Since departing the Rep Radio team, Kristen obtained a Masters in Playwrighting and is in-residence with ReVamp. You may think you know Helen of Troy but, what if…Stay Tuned!
ABOUT #TheHelenProject
The world knows the story of Helen of Troy – or it thinks it does, anyway. The most beautiful woman in history, known as either a fallen woman whose adultery started a decade-long war or a helpless victim in need of rescuing, Helen has ye...
2018-08-091h 00Rep Radio | By: Represented | Rep RadioMaria Marten - Phila. Artists CollectiveOn today’s podcast, I sat down with Charlotte Northeast who’s wearing the “Director” hat for Philadelphia Artists Collective’s production of “Maria Marten or The Murder in The Red Barn” by Anonymous. This Victorian melodrama is a nice departure from the heavy-handed contemporary works of the day and transforms the Louis Bluver Theatre into a more intimate proscenium fit for any small town of the era. Stay Tuned!
ABOUT MARIA MARTEN OR THE MURDER IN THE RED BARN
A tale of love, revenge, and murder with a village fool and the epitome of all villains, this show will make the audie...
2018-08-0941 minRep Radio | By: Represented | Rep RadioHedwig...- reTheaterOn today’s podcast, I am joined by Braden Chapman (Mimi ImFurst “Hedwig”) and Stephanie Kernisan (Yitzhak) at Ruba Club to talk about reTheater’s production of Hedwig and the Angry Inch. With modern inflections, this production brings the dialogue up to date taking shots at the current administration and the local color of Philadelphia. Stay Tuned!
ABOUT HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH
The groundbreaking musical that opened in 1998, became an unexpected his film and celebrated Broadway run, now celebrates its 20th anniversary as a cult-pop-culture phenomenon. With its incredible score and hilariously heartfelt book, this 20th anniversary production re-examines John Cam...
2018-08-0942 minRep Radio | By: Represented | Rep RadioBig Red Sun - 11th Hour Theatre CompanyOn today’s podcast, Michael Philip O’Brien stops by to talk about 11th Hour’s production of BIG RED SUN. Originally part of the Next Step Concert Series in the 2015-2016 season, BIG RED SUN is a world premiere in collaboration with writers John Jiler and Georgia Stitt. Stay Tuned!
ABOUT BIG RED SUN
Come get swept away by a thrilling and beautiful score that weaves from Klezmer, to jazz and then on to rock and roll. This exciting, new musical follows a young man named Harry Daimler on his search for the father he never knew, a Jewish-American musici...
2018-08-0937 minRep Radio | By: Represented | Rep RadioItalian Market Project - Vincent FumoOn today’s podcast, Vincent Fumo drops by to talk about The Italian Market Project, an interactive play that explores historic Italian Market in realtime. This 90-minute adventure captures 100 years of a neighborhood exploring the culture that makes this location on of the most popular city destinations. Stay Tuned!
ABOUT ITALIAN MARKET PROJECT
The Italian Market Project is an interactive play for small audiences of 8-10 people that is set in the historic Italian Market section of Philadelphia. Audience members will participate in a 90 minute adventure that takes them through the 100-year-old market, meeting the neighbors and learning about this di...
2018-08-0941 minRep Radio | By: Represented | Rep RadioWST - Mamma MiaOn today’s podcast, Anne Brummell (Donna) and Laura Giknis (Sophie) stop by to talk about Walnut Street Theatre’s production of MAMMA MIA in Association with Riverside Theatre. This feel good musical with serious notes is bright and fun. What a great way to usher in the summer and many trips to the beach with ABBA hits like “Dancing Queen”, “Gimme, Gimme, Gimme” and “Super Trouper”. If the songs to get you, the megamix is sure to bring you on board. Stay Tuned!
ABOUT MAMMA MIA
Put on your platform shoes, your feather boas and get ready for one of the most popu...
2018-08-0947 min
Lafay City Radio. Queen Jack Talks with Joe MackA little about Our Guest...
Joe “Mack,” McElroy, born May 6, 1976, grew up in the tiny river-valley town of Darnelle, Arkansas. As a child, hip hop music and culture seemed to flow through his veins. Though it was not widely accepted in a “mostly white,” rural setting, Joe found a deep love for it. Whether it was breakdancing in the school yard at recess, or reciting every rhyme from every cassette tape he could get his hands on, Joe loved hip hop.
As he grew up, failing at college, and returning to his parents home, which had migrated to Southeast Texas, Joe’s life...
2016-10-2853 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S01E05 - This Is The Week That Is - 1812On this episode of the Broad Street Review/REP Radio podcast, we discuss 1812 Productions' annual political satire This Is the Week That Is (TIWTI). Meet Sean Close and new cast member Nia-Samara Benjamin, both of whom appear in TIWTI's "Election Special." Can you guess what we talked about? Why should Saturday Night Live have all the fun this election cycle? Host Darnelle Radford, Benjamin, and Close give you the local lowdown on how to suck up all the year's dirty politics without getting sick.
2016-10-0300 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S01E04 - Mariangela Saavedra - Casabuena Cultural ProductionsOn this week's podcast, Darnelle Radford interviews Casabuena Cultural Productions founder Mariangela Saavedra about the Mt. Airy company's inaugural entry into the Philadelphia Fringe Festival. The Church Bells All Were Broken, a world premiere by Philadelphia playwright Dave Ebersole, is a fictitious story inspired by the real Westboro Baptist Church and its members. It challenges the audience to see all sides with the assistance of humor, music, and drama.Jeff and Melissa are part of the infamous MacArthur family, a family known to take their religious beliefs to the extreme by picketing funerals with their offensive signs a...
2016-09-1500 min
Broad Street Review, The PodcastBSR_S01E01 - Into The Absurd - Tina BrockIn our first podcast with Rep Radio, host Darnelle Radford interviews Tina Brock, artistic director of Idiopathic Ridiculopathy Consortium (IRC), about Into the Absurd, the company's recent staged reading of Samuel Beckett's and Harold Pinter's radio plays. IRC is committed to producing classic absurdist theater, as reflected in their company motto: "We bring good nothingness to life."Into the Absurd featured Beckett's "Rough for Radio II" and Pinter's "Family Voices." In this podcast, Radford and Brock discuss the relevance of a radio play in today's multimedia-saturated environment. They also look at absurdism in the context of today's pol...
2016-07-2600 min
The Black Couch ReduxThe Black Couch Redux 12: 1979Darnelle tells us how Maury works, Matt tells us how sex works, and Marcus refuses to play a good song.
2015-10-171h 31
Extra TimeExtra Time for 7 June 2013This week we look ahead to the first Test between the All Blacks and France and look back at the history between these great rugby rivals. The New Zealand pace bowler Mitchell McClenaghan talks us through his preparation for cricket's Champions Trophy while the All Black Sevens captain DJ Forbes gets ready for the Rugby World Cup Sevens in Russia. We hear from the Breakers new import Darnelle Lazare and Rugby's Rupeni Caucaunibuca shares his desire to be re-selected for Fiji. And he's one of the greats of New Zealand Cricket, but now in his just released memoirs Martin Crowe...
2013-06-0730 min