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The Droid & Dragon CantinaJordan Loyal ShortJORDAN LOYAL SHORT, an author who has written the Dragon’s Reich series and the Dreadbound Ode book’s. In this episode we talked about various tropes in science fiction and fantasy and the importance of writing fiction in politically troubled times.Author Website: https://jordanloyalshort.comSocial Media LInks:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanloyalshortFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jordanloyalshortBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/jordanloyalshort.bsky.socialrInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanloyalshortBookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/jordan-loyal-shortAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/Jordan-Loyal-Short/e/B07KCYG...2025-07-2228 minThe Droid & Dragon CantinaCyndi BrecCyndi Brec is author who has written The Theran: Secrets Beneath Scars. In this episode we talked about using urban lore and history as inspiration along with using other perspectives to improve one’s writing.Author Website: www.cyndibrec.comSocial Media LInks:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBrecFantasyX: http://x.com/CyndiBrecInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/novelnook.cyndibrec/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cyndibrecArtwork by Jon StubbingtonTheme Music by Brandon DukeCopyright 2025 Karkata Media LLC2025-07-1543 minThe Droid & Dragon CantinaEric MalikyteEric Malikyte is an author, illustrator, science communicator, and video editor who has written the OEI Files, The Sulinar’s Enigma Books, The Mind’s Horizon, Cthulu Grimoire, Echoes of Olympus Mons, and many many more. In this episode we talked about the art of writing cosmic horror and storytelling in science fiction in general.Author Website: https://ericmalikyte.comSocial Media LInks:Instagram: https://instagram.com/ericmalikyteYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@storyrantBluesky: https://ericmalikyte.bsky.socialFacebook: https://facebook.com/ericmalikyteArtwork by Jon StubbingtonTheme Musi...2025-07-0836 minThe Droid & Dragon CantinaBria RoseBria Rose is the author of Her Dark Promise. In this episode we talked about what inspired her unusual retelling of the Beauty and The Beast Story and the spicier side of writing dark fantasy. And due to some technical issues with video in this recording, this episode will be audio only.Author Website: authorbriarose.comSocial Media LInks:TikTok: Tiktok.com/@authorbriaroseInstagram: Instagram.com/authorbriaroseFacebook: Facebook.com/authorbriaroseArtwork by Jon StubbingtonTheme Music by Brandon DukeCopyright 2025 Karkata Media LLC2025-07-0332 minThe Droid & Dragon CantinaCal LoganCal Logan is the author of Shadow Bane. In this episode we talked about how his experience in martial arts informs his work and about using the mythology of Japan as inspiration for his book.Author Website: https://callogan.com/Social Media LInks:X: https://x.com/calplogan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CalPLogan/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cal_logan_author/Artwork by Jon StubbingtonTheme Music by Brandon DukeCopyright 2025 Karkata Media LLC2025-07-0129 minThe Droid & Dragon CantinaKay MarrieKay Marrie is a mother of three, who has authored such books as the Adventure series, the City of the Damned series, and A Court of Blood and Sacrifice. In this episode talked about using religion as inspiration and how Kay hones her creative process.Author Website: https://kaymarrie.com/Social Media LInks:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kaymarrie_author?_t=ZT-8v2L9pML3Os&_r=1Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kaymarrie__?igsh=MWJmajRweXcycml6&utm_source=qrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Kay-Marrie-Author/61562340535207/Artwork by Jon Stubbington...2025-06-2429 minThe Droid & Dragon CantinaJason DegrayJason Degray is the author of Those Left Behind. In this episode we talked about some of the big ideas behind science fiction and the rise of artificial intelligence in real life.Social Media LInks: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jasondegrayauthorGoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4858497.Jason_DeGray Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weirdworldsjdSubstack: https://leftysinister.substack.com/Artwork by Jon StubbingtonTheme Music by Brandon DukeCopyright 2025 Karkata Media LLC2025-06-1734 minThe Droid & Dragon CantinaBarbara J. GilbertBarbara J. Gilbert is the author of The Future Apocalypse series along with The Year of Reckoning. In this episode, we talked about some of Barbara’s many eclectic hobbies and the subject of time travel.Author Website: https://www.barbarajgilbert.com/Social Media LInks:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ben.schenkman.authorFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070644815479# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benschenkman.author/BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/benschenkman.bsky.socialArtwork by Jon StubbingtonTheme Music by Brandon DukeCopyright 2025 Ka...2025-06-1038 minThe Droid & Dragon CantinaR.D. MorenoR.D. MORENO is the author of “Zada 5: Path of The One”. We talked about how he got into writing after years in the telecommunications industry and art and history of science fiction.Author website: https://www.rdmorenoauthor.comSocial Media LInks:TikTok: tiktok.com/@rdmorenoauthorInstagram: instragram.com/@rdmorenoauthorFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559290987788Amazon page: https://a.co/d/1Miws2HArtwork by Jon StubbingtonTheme Music by Brandon DukeCopyright 2025 Karkata Media LLC2025-06-0330 minThe Droid & Dragon CantinaM.A. WallM.A. Wall is an author working out of Texas who has authored the Shattered Hollows series. We had a rollicking conversation about being in the military, world building, and the idea of tyranny in fiction.Author Website: https://www.shatteredhollows.com/Social Media LInks:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@TacticalNightmareFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/16RxpobrDF/?mibextid=wwXIfr Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/whenwallswander?igsh=MWtpaTkxdmgzZ3lpNw%3D%3D&utm_source=qrArtwork by Jon StubbingtonTheme Music by Brandon DukeCopyright 2025 Karkata Media LLC2025-05-2755 minThe Droid & Dragon CantinaV.E. HuntleyV.E. Huntley is the author of the Bloodstone Legacy Series. In this episode we talked about how her fear of Dracula inspired a life-long fascination with vampires, and how she came to writing novels after years in the film & television industry.Author Website: https://vehuntley.com/Social Media Links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/v.e.huntley.authorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vehuntley/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/vehuntleyauthor.bsky.socialTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vehuntleyX: https://x.com/vehuntleywriterPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/vehuntleywriter/2025-05-2231 minThe Droid & Dragon CantinaBen SchenkmanBen Shenkman is the author of The Devil You Know series. In this episode we talked about religion in pop culture and writing urban fantasy in New Haven, Connecticut. Author Website: https://benschenkman.com/Social Media LInks:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ben.schenkman.authorFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070644815479#Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benschenkman.author/BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/benschenkman.bsky.socialArtwork by Jon StubbingtonTheme Music by Brandon DukeCopyright 2025 Karkata Media LLC2025-05-2037 minThe Droid & Dragon CantinaLisa AmowitzLisa Amowitz is a graphic designer and teacher turned novelist, who has written the Lost Garden Series, Breaking Glass and Until Beth. We talked about her journey into the world of fantasy writing with the city of New York humming in the background.Author Website: https://www.lisaamowitz.com/Social Media Links:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisa.amowitzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisa_amowitz/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisaamowitz_authorBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lisaamowitz.bsky.socialLinktree: https://linktr.ee/lisa_amowitzArtwork by Jon Stubb...2025-05-1348 minThe Droid & Dragon CantinaCosti GurguOur guest this week is Costi Gurgu, he’s a Romanian born author who moved to Canada to begin his writing career. We talked about his two post-apocalyptic novels from The Corrosion Trilogy, along with his dystopian book, Servitude and his award winning novel, RecipeArium.Author Website: https://costigurgu.com/Social Media Links:https://www.facebook.com/CostiGurgu/https://www.instagram.com/costigurgu/https://www.threads.net/@costigurgufhttps://bsky.app/profile/costigurgu.bsky.socialArtwork by Jon StubbingtonTheme Music by Brandon DukeCopyright 2025 Karkata Media LLC2025-05-0639 minThe Droid & Dragon CantinaWelcomeThe Droid and Dragon Cantina is a podcast that highlights independent science fiction and fantasy authors. Starting May 6th, watch the interviews on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts!Artwork by Jon StubbingtonTheme Music by Brandon DukeCopyright 2025 Karkata Media LLC2025-05-0201 min
Scratch Claw PushSmall Town Empire (with Chris Mitchell)Meet Chris Mitchell. Musician, educator, and entrepreneur. Chris started out in the small town of Hagan, GA and after attending Georgia Southern University would go on to establish music related businesses based in Statesboro, GA. Among these are Pladd Dot Music where Chris teaches others and sells his own brand of guitars and amplifiers.Pladd Dot Music: https://www.pladdmusic.com/The Chris Mitchell Band: https://www.chrismitchellband.com/CMG Guitars: https://www.cmgguitars.com/Devilcat Amps: https://www.devilcatamps.com/ClerkHound Software: https://clerkhound.com/Rosterhound Software: https://rosterhound.com/Chris...2024-08-2858 minScratch Claw PushThe Silent Language (with Zoe Kerr)Meet Zoe Kerr. Actress, director, and writer, whose work has been recognized by several film festivals and whose pilot script for "Prey For Us” won second place in the Pilot Category of the Slamdance Screenplay. She also got some attention on social media for her super-creative pitch video for her Seed & Spark campaign for her short film “A Mother.”"A Mother" - Seed & Spark Campaign: https://seedandspark.com/fund/a-mother#storyZoe Kerr on Social: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/iamzoekerr/https://www.instagram.com/amother_film/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zo%C3%AB-kerr...2024-08-2150 minScratch Claw PushIn The Spirit of Respect (with Jamie Flanagan)Meet Jamie Flanagan. Actor, writer, director and producer, and one of the founders of Respectful Productions, a company committed to making “spirited films, respectfully made.”Respectul Productions: https://www.respectfulproductions.com/Jamie Flanagan on Social: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jamie.flanagan2Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/the_jamie_flanagan/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-flanagan-51b705176/Jamie Flanagan on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6605234/?ref_=fn_al_nm_2Theme Music by Brandon Duke Logo Designed by Margeaux McClellandCopyright 2024 Karkata Media LLC2024-08-141h 02Scratch Claw PushThe Siren Song of Cinema (with Hannah Fierman)Meet Hannah Fierman. An actor, director, and producer, who found early success with the film V/H/S and it’s prequel Siren. She’s also appeared in The Vampire Diaries and Dynasty, along with a seemingly endless slew of other movies and TV shows. In the last few years she’s transitioned into directing and producing.Hannah Fierman’s website: https://www.hannahfierman.com/Hannah Fierman on Social: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/hannah.fiermanInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/hannahfierman/Hannah Fierman on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm26...2024-08-0759 minScratch Claw PushThe Way of The Ninja Puppet (with Raymond Carr)Meet Raymond Carr, puppeteer and filmmaker who got his start in the early days of Atlanta film before Hollywood set up shop in Georgia. Now he works with the Jim Henson company, Apple TV+, and has worked alongside Benedict Cumberbatch in the Netflix series “Eric.”Raymond Carr’s website: https://www.ninjapuppetproductions.com/Raymond Carr on Social:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ninjapuppetproductionsInstagram -https://www.instagram.com/theninjapuppet/Raymond Carr on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1663618/?ref_=ext_shr_lnkTheme Music by Brandon Duke Logo De...2024-07-3155 minScratch Claw PushBee Seen, Bee Heard (with Helen Bee)Meet Helen Bee. Owner and operator of B Double E Ltd. A company that handles brand & website design & strategy for voiceover artists. She is also a speaker and podcaster who co-hosts the VO Social Podcast dedicated to “help voiceovers to be seen and heard”.Helen Bee’'s website: https://b-double-e.co.uk/Helen Bee on Social: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/b_2_es/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrshelenbee/The VO Social Podcast: https://thevosocial.com/podcast/Theme Music by Brandon DukeLogo Designed by Margeaux McClell...2024-07-2459 minScratch Claw PushMusic: The Great Connector (with Tiffany Goode)Meet Tiffany Goode, musician, composer, ethnomusicoligist and actress. Tiffany started playing the trumpet at an early age but spent many years working in television, both on the operational and corporate side before returning to music full time.Tiffany Goode’s website: https://www.goodestuff.net/Tiffany Goode on Social: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tiffanygoodeInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/lifesgoode/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TiffanyGoodeTheme Music by Brandon Duke Logo Designed by Margeaux McClellandCopyright 2024 Karkata Media LLC2024-07-171h 01Scratch Claw PushThe Key To The Kingdom (with Gregg Millman)Meet Gregg MIllan. A creative Director, writer and producer, who creates content with storytelling skills sharpened as a professional screenwriter and an NBC News Producer. He is also the author of the Kandy Kingdom Saga, a children’s book set in a magical world torn apart by war between the silly Sweet Treat candies and the evil Sour Powers.Gregg Millman’’s website: http://www.greggmillman.com/The Kandy Kingdom Saga: A Funny Fantasy Action Adventure Series: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TRXH4T8?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_0ZAB87DW3YXJTPK225WC2024-07-101h 00Scratch Claw PushThe Blessing and The Curse (with Antonio Duke)Meet Antonio Duke. An actor and playwright based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota. He is of the program director for The Ife Lab, a digital streaming theatre project dedicated to providing black communities with easily accessible live theatre by highlighting new black solo performing artists. Antonio Duke’s website: https://www.antonioduke.com/The Ife Lab: https://www.theifelab.com/Antonio Duke on Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/antonio.duke.3/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/antonio.duke.3/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AntonioDuke1Theme Music by Brandon Duke...2024-07-031h 01Scratch Claw PushFeeding The Machine (with Jeremy Ryan Carr)Meet Jeremy Ryan Carr. An award winning commercial director and documentary filmmaker. Jeremy has directed campaigns for major brands and ad agencies, cut award-winning features and spots, and been recognized by the Emmy Awards, the Cannes Lions, the Webby Awards, and the Telly Awards.Jeremy Ryan Carr’s website: https://www.jeremyryancarr.com/Jeremy Ryan Carr on Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyryancarr/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyryancarr/Theme Music by Brandon Duke Logo Designed by Margeaux McClellandCopyright 2024 Karkata Media LLC2024-06-261h 03Scratch Claw PushThe Question of Identity (with James Kicklighter)Meet James Kicklighter. An award-winning director and producer of narrative films, documentaries and advertising. His work has been recognized by the world’s press, including The Hollywood Reporter, The Times of India, Film Courage and FilmInk Australia. Though he grew up in the small town of Bellville, Georgia, he has worked across the United States and around the world as well.James Kicklighter’s website: https://www.jameskicklighter.com/James Kicklighter on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameskick/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameskicklighter/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jameskickThe...2024-06-1953 minScratch Claw PushKarate Kid Yourself (with Michael Brown)Meet Michael Brown, an American TV producer and documentary filmmaker, who first become widely known for his series “Haunted State.” Michael took an unconventional path to the world of filmmaking and talks about how he amalgamated the skills he needed through working in various fields. Michael Brown’s website: https://michaelbrownfilm.com/Michael Brown on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelthefilmguy/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-tv-film-producer/Theme Music by Brandon Duke Logo Designed by Margeaux McClellandCopyright 2024 Karkata Media LLC2024-06-1259 minScratch Claw PushManaging The Messy Middle (with Elizabeth Gordon)Meet Elizabeth Gordon. Writer, Creator, and Entrepreneur. Elizabeth started out as an actress and producer in theatre & film but would later transition into the world of writing and wellness.Elizabeth Gordon’s website: https://totalwellnesscopywriting.com/Elizabeth Gordon on Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethgwriter/ https://www.instagram.com/totalwellnesscopywriting/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gordone/Theme Music by Brandon DukeLogo Designed by Margeaux McClellandCopyright 2024 Karkata Media LLC2024-06-051h 01Scratch Claw PushSpeaking Through Film (with Zack Burkett)Meet Zack Burkett. Writer, Director, Editor and Producer. Starting his career in the Baltimore area, Zack eventually found his way into the Atlanta film community. Having developed a stutter at an early age, Zack would use his skills as a filmmaker to elevate his artistic voice.Zack Burkett on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5751172/?ref_=ext_shr_lnkZack Burkett on Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jedimastermisu/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zack-burkett-925a78159/Trailer for “PA”: https://youtu.be/-qBPALCmInI?si=xMKEEs40sxhrqptKTheme Music by B...2024-05-2953 minScratch Claw PushPunk Rock Work Ethic (with Kim Hurdon)Meet Kim Hurdon. Casting/Voice Director at KH Casting and Big Mouth Audio. Kim started out in life as a punk rocker, who owned a store until they were robbed, and then answered an had for a casting company that would lead her future (and now present) career in voice casting and directing.Kim Hurdon on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3527537/KH Casting: https://www.khcasting.com/KH Casting on Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khvoice/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KHvoiceCasting/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kh-casting-and-voice-direction/2024-05-2256 minScratch Claw PushThe 3-D Actor (with Kevin Saunders)Meet Kevin Saunders. Actor, producer, and director. Starting as an actor in D.C., Maryland, Virginia (a.k.a. The DMV), Kevin eventually found his way to Atlanta and branched out into producing and directing, which helped his acting along the way.Kevin on IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7259072/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_0_nm_8_q_kevin%2520SaundersKevin Saunders on Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevo_theactor/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.n.saundersTheme Music by Brandon Duke Logo Designed by Margeaux McClelland2024-05-1558 minScratch Claw PushGeek of All Trades (with Jon Erwin)Meet Jon Erwin, an Award-winning producer, director and writer behind such series as Ancient Recipes with Shola and Ancient Workouts with Omar, both for the History channel. Jon has also worked extensively with the Syfy network helping to significantly increase their engagement on social media.Jon’s website - https://www.jonerwin.com/Jon Erwin on Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonberwin/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-erwin-0baa5121/Theme Music by Brandon Duke Logo Designed by Margeaux McClellandCopyright 2024 Karkata Media LLC2024-05-0857 minScratch Claw PushIn Service of The Story (with Greg Cope White)Meet Greg Cope White. A screenwriter, producer, author, USMC veteran and “inveterate bon vivant.” Greg was a young gay kid who joined the Marines before the age of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell." He later went on to become a TV writer and would work for American television titan, Norman Lear. Today, he is producing a series called "The Corps" based on his memoir, "The PInk Marine" about his time in the USMC.Greg’s website - https://www.thepinkmarine.com/Greg Cope White on Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eatgregeat/Facebook: https://www.facebo...2024-05-0157 minScratch Claw PushAuthoring The Epic (with Katharine E. Wibell)Meet Katharine E. Wibell, epic fantasy author and content creator behind such series as The Incarn Saga, The Djed Chronicles and the Guardian Speakers Series. Katharine Wibell’s Websites:Books - https://www.katharinewibellbooks.com/Art - https://katharinewibell.wixsite.com/kwibellartKatharine Wibell on Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katharineewibell/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KatharineEWibell/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZTWT2CxFYDivQt25HDkQvw/videosTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@katharineewibellTheme Music by Brandon Duke Logo Designed by Margeaux McClellandCopyright 2024 Karkata Media L2024-04-2454 minScratch Claw PushKindred Quests For Creatives (with Dave Zaboski)Meet Dave Zaboski. Former animator for Disney, Warner Bros, and Sony and the founder of Laetro: a proprietary, collaborative platform made for creatives by creative. Dave’s journey has taken him from being a hired gun to some of the biggest entertainment companies in the world to being a self-described “freedom fighter for creatives.”Laetro: https://www.laetro.com/Dave Zaboskin on IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0951453/Dave Zaboski on Social:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davezartLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/davezaboski/Theme Music by...2024-04-1750 minScratch Claw PushPlaying The Game (wtih Stephen Scott)Meet Stephen Scott, musician, audio engineer and CEO of BigMouth Audio. A company based out of Glasgow, Scotland. Stephen’s journey took him from running studios for musicians to doing audio for businesses to doing sound design for video games and trailers.Big Mouth Audio - https://www.bigmouthaudio.com/The Creative Leaders Podcast (from BigMouth Audio): https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-creative-leaders/id1671195977BigMouth Audio on Social:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/bigmouth-audio-ltd/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bigmouthaudioTwitter/X - https://twitter.com/BigmouthAudio2024-04-101h 11Scratch Claw PushRaising Voices (with Heidi Rew)Meet Heidi Rew. Actress, voice-over artist and co-founder of the Atlanta Voiceover Studio. Starting in television and radio, Heidi eventually shifted her focus to the world of voice-over, and in doing so, provided a space for others in her industry to grow and thrive.Heidi Rew website: https://www.heidirew.com/Atlanta Voiceover Studio: https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/Heidi Rew on Social:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heidirew/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HeidiRewLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidirew/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/heidi.rew2024-04-031h 02Scratch Claw PushThe Power of Authenticity (with Adam Jennings)Meet Adam Jennings. Creative Director, creative consultant, and all-around, self-described “Creative Type.” Although he began his career as an actor, Adam decided to explore storytelling in the advertising industry. He has worked on ad campaigns for major motion pictures and he teaches others how to be creative leaders as well.Adam Jenning’s websites:https://www.growwithadamjennings.com/ https://adamjennings.com/Cordial Fox - https://cordialfox.com/Adam Jennings on Social:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjenningsiam/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@growwithadamjenningsTheme Music by Bran...2024-03-271h 16Scratch Claw PushTalk of The Town (with Chuck Thomas)Meet Chuck Thomas. Screenwriter, novelist, and host of the Atlanta Film Chat podcast. From the early 2000’s, Chuck has been a part of the Atlanta film scene from before the days when Hollywood came to town. Now he uses his platform to highlight local independent filmmakers from in and around the ATL.Atlanta Film Chat Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/atlanta-film-chat--4682061Chuck Thomas on Social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foxinc/Theme Music by Brandon Duke Logo Designed by Margeaux McClellandCopyright 2024 Karkata Media LLC2024-03-201h 02Scratch Claw PushWrestling With It All (with Frances Chang)Meet Frances Chang. Writer, producer, director, graphic designer, who has also done extensive work in the realm of marketing and public relations. Her experience in arts and entertainment has careened from puppetry and professional wrestling to film and theatre.Fraces Chang at commuications21: https://www.c21pr.com/c21team/frances-chang/Frances Chang on Social:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/franceschang/IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6550416/?ref_=fn_al_nm_2Media Tigre: https://mediatigre.com/Dad’s Garage: https://www.dadsgarage.com/2024-03-131h 15Scratch Claw PushFive Minutes Better (with Carla Aaron-Lopez)Meet Carla Aaron-Lopez, artist, educator and curator based out of Charlotte, North Carolina. From the classroom to the streets to the museums, Carla has dedicated herself to helping people become better through the power of art.Carla’s Website: https://iamkingcarla.wordpress.com/Carla Aaron-Lopez at the Elder Gallery in Charlotte North Carolina:https://eldergalleryclt.com/king-carla/Black Market Charlotte (BLKMRKT): https://www.blkmrktclt.com/Carla Aaron-Lopez on Social:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iamkingcarla/Theme Music by Brandon Duke Logo Designed by Margeaux McClellandCopyright 2024 Ka...2024-03-061h 05Scratch Claw PushWaxing Comical (with Val Bodurtha)Meet Val Bodurtha. Comedian and writer, who published a novel at 17 and won a Young Writer's Publication Contest and a Silver Benjamin Franklin Medal. Having caught the comedy bug at a young age, Val did some training in Chicago, and eventually returned to New York where she began to help set up shows for other comedians.Val Bodurtha's website: https://www.valbodurtha.com/"Wax Paul Now" short film: https://youtu.be/wS3-8_-0rGc?si=QrEr7a5-M9QrJWFdLemonada Media: https://lemonadamedia.com/Val Bodurtha on Social:Instagram...2024-02-281h 08Scratch Claw PushDrawing From History (with Greg Burnham)Meet Greg Burnham, Author/Writer, Editor and Publisher and creative force behind the comic books Tuskegee Heirs, Search for Sadiqah and Swim Kelly, Swim! Greg has found a way to integrate love of history with his love of storytelling to craft unique stories that teach lessons while being wildly entertaining.Greg Burnham’s website: https://linktr.ee/greg_burnham7Tuskegee Heirs: https://tuskegeeheirs.com/Search For Sadiqah: https://platforml7.com/Swim Kelly, Swim: https://platforml7.com/products/swim-kelly-swimMarcus Williams Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcusthevisual/Tusla Masacre of...2024-02-211h 09Scratch Claw PushMonster, Magi, and Marine (with Jay Peterson)Meet Jay Peterson. An actor, writer, stuntman, and a United States Marine Corp veteran who served in Iraq and Afghanistan. After years working in movies as an armorer, Jay stepped away to focus on acting and eventually wrote a fantasy novel called Renfield Blues: The First Grunt’s GrimoireJay Peterson’s website: https://www.jaythebarbarian.com/"Renfield Blue’s: The First Grunt's Grimoire" - https://www.amazon.com/Renfield-Blues-First-Grunts-Grimoire-ebook/dp/B0BXMRSHB9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2LZMJE538OSAY&keywords=renfield+blues&qid=1701635730&sprefix=renfeild+blues%2Caps%2C85&sr=8-1Jay Peterson on Social: Facebook - http...2024-02-141h 10Scratch Claw PushThe People Industry (with Naomi B. Smith)Meet Naomi B. Smith. Art director, set decorator, photographer, writer, and director.After years spent in the background of film and tv productions, Naomi stepped forward taking the reins as writer and director on her upcoming short film “I Love You.”Naomi Smith’s LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/naomibowiesmithNaomi Smith on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8569257/“I Love You” Short Film on Seed & Spark: https://seedandspark.com/fund/i-love-youTheme Music by Brandon Duke Logo Designed by Margeaux McClellandCopyright 2024 Karkata Media LLC2024-02-071h 06Scratch Claw PushFleshing Out The Bones (with Rob Ward)Meet Rob Ward. An actor, choreographer, and writer who has worked in the Twin Cities’ theatre community since 2013. In addition to having recently written a book of poetry, Rob used his skills to channel the turbulent circumstances of the pandemic into an inventive science fiction novel called Click. Rob Ward’s website: https://www.robwardcreative.com/Rob’s novel - Click: https://www.amazon.com/Click-Rob-Ward-ebook/dp/B09WG4QNJH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=LD542LQ1KGKF&keywords=click+rob+ward&qid=1702325800&sprefix=%2Caps%2C172&sr=8-1Rob’s book of poetry - Apex of Christma...2023-12-121h 14Scratch Claw PushDrano For The Brain (with A.W. Miller)Meet A.W. Miller. An actor, voice actor, audiobook narrator, teacher, and podcaster who says his most important roles are father and husband. As he nears the end of his career as an educator, A.W. produces a podcast called Alabaster Flats with his son, and his wife learned to edit audio to help him make audiobooks.A.W. Miller's websites:https://vochutzpah.com/https://awmillervoices.com/A.W. Miller on Social:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/awmillervoicesInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/millersvoice/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin...2023-12-061h 11Scratch Claw PushPassion As Propulsion (with Christopher "Chiz" Chisolm)Meet Christopher “Chiz” Chisolm: Actor, Writer, Producer, and director, who was part of the original launch team that started E! Entertainment Television. Having started his journey in the theater, Chiz would later go into TV & movies, eventually running a brick & mortar studio and watching the technology and business of entertainment evolve over a long career.Chiz Chisolm on Social:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chizchisholmInstagram -https://www.instagram.com/chizchisholmLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chizchisholm/IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0158216/Theme Music by Brandon Duke...2023-11-291h 17Scratch Claw PushWhen Your Home Burns Down (A special minisode)Billie Jo Konze and Brandon Duke talk about resilience in the face of disaster.GoFundMe for Billie Jo Konze: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-billie-jo-recover-from-a-devastating-fire?utm_campaign=p_lico%20thank-all-share&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=product&fbclid=IwAR2TWHirtcxvXwKfC5iGaOWoHtwFaDhOdJGtF8Y4E2I5Qvwr3c0VLWcg-Q0Theme Music by Brandon DukeLogo Designed by Margeaux McClellandCopyright 2023 Karkata Media LLC2023-11-2239 minScratch Claw PushTrailblazing In The Key of Bliss (with Alison Young)Meet Alison Young, a former professional flute player and American Public Media host turned professional writer, speaker, and podcaster. Despite many obstacles, Alison has hiked more than 12,000 miles on six different continents, sharing her amazing adventures as The Blissful Hiker to help inspire others on their own journeys.The Blissful Hiker - https://www.blissfulhiker.com/Alison Young on Social:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/blissful.hikerInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/blissfulhikerYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theblissfulhikerLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-young-blissful-productions...2023-11-151h 18Scratch Claw PushComedians Never Say Die (with Bryan Stoops)Meet Bryan Stoops. Comedian, Educator, Podcaster, Martial Artist…and former professional magician!…who launched his comedy career during the middle of the global pandemic. After spending years away from the stage in the classroom and on the mat, Bryan returned to the stage as a comedian and launched a podcast to shine a light on other his fellow comedians.Bryan Stoops website: https://bryan-k-stoops.mykajabi.com/bryan-stoops-comedy-homepage96 Person Bringer Podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0XQuvRM0PXd0dISiEKxnRxApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-96-person-bringer-podcast/id1711087758Bryan Stoops on S...2023-11-081h 07Scratch Claw PushAudio Drama In America's Icebox (with Jeff Adams)Meet Jeff Adams, founder of the Icebox Radio Theater, which creates podcasts and live radio theater shows in America’s icebox, International Falls, MN. Twenty years after he first envisioned starting a community theater company, Jeff has produced several ongoing series, such as the Scoop Sisters Mysteries, Frozen Frights, Funny in a Small Town, and Rum Runner Sue…bringing stories of America’s northland to the world.Icebox Radio Theatre - https://www.iceboxradio.org/IBRT on Social:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/iceboxradio/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/radioicebox/YouTube -T...2023-11-011h 13Scratch Claw PushSongs of a Reluctant Poet (with Kodac Harrison)Meet Kodac Harrison, singer, songwriter, and poet who’s been described as a Southern Tom Waits or a Rural Leonard Cohen. Kodac has been releasing for 40 years , but after a life-threatening injury he changed his perspective. And not only did he help his own career but he began to help artists in the Atlanta area as well.Kodac Harrison’s website: https://www.kodacharrison.com/Kodac Harrison on Social:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KodacHarrisonArtistInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/kodacharrison/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjNSbb8LuBxzrRrl95nHv2Q2023-10-2555 minScratch Claw PushHope In A Time Of Zombies (with the Atlanta Radio Theatre Company)Meet David Benedict, Diana Lancaster and Kayla Pierre-Louis: three members of the Atlanta Radio Theatre Company which is best known for its podcast Mercury: A Broadcast of Hope. Since 1984, the ARTC has set out to create quality audio-drama with their flagship project crystalizing in the form of a faux-radio show set in the zombie apocalypse.The Atlanta Radio Theatre Company - https://artc.org/Mercury, A Broadcast of Hope on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mercury-a-broadcast-of-hope/id1286546938ARTC on Social:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/artcradioInstagram...2023-10-181h 06Scratch Claw PushShadow Careers In Advertising (with Dan Nelken)Meet Dan Nelken, copywriter, creative director, podcaster, and author of A Self-Help Guide for Copywriters. In the past few years, Dan has made a name for himself on LinkedIn, and has become an advocate for other creatives in the ad industry to start creating for themselves.Dan Nelken’s website: https://www.nelkencreative.com/Dan Nelken on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannelken/A Self-Help Guide for Copywriters:https://www.amazon.com/Self-Help-Guide-Copywriters-headlines-confidence-ebook/dp/B09NF1MM3M/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1D97J5T2JMCSU&keywords=dan+nelken&qid=1696707443&sprefix=dan+nelken%2Caps%2C7...2023-10-111h 02Scratch Claw PushWriting A New South (with Chuck Reece)Meet Chuck Reece, a writer and editor in chief of Salvation South, a website where Southerners can share their stories in the forms of journalism and fiction. After years working journalism and politics, Chuck shifted his focus to using the power of storytelling to bring about change in the South and maybe even America as a whole.Salvation South: https://www.salvationsouth.com/Chuck Reece on Social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckreece/Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/chuckreeceTheme Music by Brandon Duke Logo Designed by Margeaux McClellandCopyright 2023...2023-10-041h 18Scratch Claw PushThe Slam Poet Pirate of Atlanta (with Theresa Davis)Meet Theresa Davis, a poet, author, educator, self-proclaimed “pirate,” and MC of Java Speaks, a live workshop for spoken word artists and musicians. Over a long and impressive career, Theresa has made waves, gaining notice for her talent as well as her activism, while nurturing the next generation of artists and performers.Theresa’s Website: https://www.artisttheresadavis.com/Theresa Davis on SocialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockstarpoet/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shepiratepoetTwitter (X): https://twitter.com/piraterockstarYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL0FKSQZKJxiAsQI2-M87rQTheme Music...2023-09-2753 minScratch Claw PushTime to Give Up or Double Down (with Jeremy Thao)Meet Jeremy Thao, a writer and director based out of Atlanta, who is receiving a lot of attention for his short film “Wok Man.” After working on many short films as an assistant director, Jeremy took the reins, and utilized his connections around the Georgia film community to bring his personal story of an Asian immigrant family to life.Jeremy Thao’s Linktree: https://linktr.ee/wokmanWokman Short Film on SocialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/WokmanFilmInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wokman_filmTwitter (X): https://twitter.com/wokmanfilmTheme...2023-09-2053 minScratch Claw PushF*ck You, Universe! (with Julie Shaer)Meet Julie Shaer, an actor, director and producer, who found her way back to the creative world after getting lost for a time in corporate America. Julie has fought her way back to the stage with the help of a group called Sketchworks Comedy, which had to win a lawsuit to show their play “Vape; The Musical” which is a parody of Grease.Julie Shaer’s website: https://www.julieshaervo.com/Sketchworks Comedy: https://www.sketchworkscomedy.com/Atlanta Voiceover Studio: https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/ Theme Music by Brandon DukeLogo Designed by Margeaux McClellandC...2023-09-1355 minScratch Claw PushMoney Ruins Everything (with Chris Burke)Meet Chris Burke, creator of the Mandible Judy: a sci-fi horror podcast that has spawned 2 spinoffs, Under Dead Water and Becalmed. Over a long career, Chris has journeyed from music to sound design all the way to writing, directing, and producing his own podcast series.Mandible Judy website: https://mandiblejudy.com/Mandible Judy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandiblejudy/Mandible Judy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mandiblejudy/Mandible Judy on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@glomagChris Burke on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0121632/?ref_=tt_ov_st2023-09-061h 21Scratch Claw PushGiving Humans A Chance (with Vilma Llaguno)Meet Vilma Llaguno, a talent agent and screenwriter who got her start as a stage mom. After managing her own childrens careers, Vilma eventually started her own talent agency to fulfill a need she saw in the Chicago market, and has since expanded to Los Angeles and Atlanta as well. Vilma Llaguno on Instagram: instagram.com/chicagovilmaDreamTeam Talent Agency: https://www.dreamteamtalent.com/DreamTeam Talent on Instagram:Chicago - https://www.instagram.com/dreamteamtalentchicago/Los Angeles - https://www.instagram.com/dreamteamtalentla/Atlanta - https://www.instagram.com/dreamteamtalentatlanta/Theme...2023-08-301h 01Scratch Claw PushNew Old Good Bad Monster Movies, A Family Affair (with Christopher R. Mihm)Meet Christopher R. Mihm, a writer, director and producer of the “Mihmiverse,” a series feature length films that pay homage to 1950’s drive-in cinema. Since 2006, Mihm has churned out a film almost every year creating a vast catalog of movies and a cult following to boot.The Films of Christopher R. Mihm: https://www.sainteuphoria.com/Christopher Mihm on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2265115/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_0_nm_8_q_christopher%2520mihmTheme Music by Brandon DukeLogo Designed by Margeaux McClellandCopyright 2023 Karkata Media LLC2023-08-231h 15Scratch Claw PushLet's Get Absurdly Serious (with Gabriel & Rachel Malasig)Meet Rachel & Gabriel Malasig, a husband and wife team who make up two thirds of the production company Pranksters Ink. Rachel is a veteran of several big Hollywood productions as well as producing several independent short films. Gabriel is an Air Force veteran who is making his way into the world of screenwriting having already won the screenwriting competition at the 2022 Slamdance Film Festival.Pranksters Ink website: https://prankstersink.net/Pranksters Ink on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prankstersinkRachel Malasig on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6147726/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_0_nm_8_q...2023-08-161h 03Scratch Claw PushUnderwater Filmmaking and Other Ways to Save The Earth (with Shannon Morrall)Meet Shannon Morrall. A director, writer, and actor, currently getting her MFA in film production from the University of Southern California. Shannon most recently had the chance to direct her first documentary short about the fight against the invasive lionfish in her home state of Florida. But Shannon aspires to share stories on a more epic scale.“Spear. Spatula. Submarine.” footage courtesy of Kilo Content.Shannon Morrall’s Website: https://www.shannonmorrall.com/Shannon Morrall on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannon.morrall/Shannon Morrall on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/user52272932Shannon Morrall on IMD...2023-08-0959 minScratch Claw PushDelusional Optimism (with the Carrie & Alan Tupper and Havana Nguyen, the creators of KAMIKAZE)Meet the creators of the comic KAMIKAZE: Carrie & Alan Tupper and Havana Nguyen. Their creation started as a web comic and grew from several print versions to an animated short with the help of a dedicated fan base and several crowdfunding campaigns.Kamikaze Webcomic: https://www.kamikazeanimated.com/Kamikaze on Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/KamikazeComicKamikaze “Trial by Fire”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NtQrw5liSCgAlan Tupper on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThatTupperKidCarrie Tupper on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mermaidshellsHavana Nguyen on Twitter: https://twitter.com/havanatweets2023-08-021h 18
The Global DetailPermanent Revolutionaries: From South Africa to the World (with Jay Naidoo)Jay Naidoo is an Indian born South African social activist. He is the founding General Secretary of the Congress of South African Trade Unions, and was a Minister who served in President Mandela’s Cabinet. Naidoo gives his take on the state of the country, its economic prospects, and the future of Mandela’s African National Congress.(Disclaimer: All guests views are their own.)Jay Naidoo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jay_NaidooMusic:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Highest Peaks - Drums Only" by William Van De Crommert (licensed through Stor...2023-07-271h 34Scratch Claw PushThe Best Kind of Punishment (with Eric Robinson)Eric Robinson is the CFO of Face Off Unlimited and one of the creators of Batsu, a live, improvised Japanese-style game show. The show has become a staple in New York and expanded to Chicago.Eric Robinson Links: On Facebook: facebook.com/BATSUChicago/ On Instagram: instagram.com/BATSUChicago/ Face Off Unlimited on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FaceoffunlimitedBATSU footage courtesy of Face Off UnlimitedTheme Music by Brandon DukeLogo Designed by Margeaux McClellandCopyright 2023 Karkata Media2023-07-261h 07Scratch Claw PushImprovisational Meteorology and Other Assorted Skills (featuring Marc Isaacs)Marc Isaacs is a writer, director, actor, and producer who seems to have never met a gig he couldn’t make interesting. Marc joins us to talk about his lengthy resume and the many roads he’s traveled to get to where he is today.Marc Isaacs on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2304794/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_1_tt_0_nm_8_q_marc%2520isaacsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wordmasseur/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wordmasseurLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcisaacs/"First Timers" a short film written by Marc Isaacs: https://www...2023-07-191h 01Scratch Claw PushMeet Your Hosts: Billie Jo Konze (Bonus Episodes)Meet Billie Jo Konze, co-host of the Scratch Claw Push podcast.Billie Jo Konze on Instagram: instgram.com/billiejovoBillie's website: https://www.billiejokonze.com/Theme Music by Brandon DukeLogo Designed by Margeaux McClellandCopyright 2023 Karkata Media2023-07-0258 minScratch Claw PushMeet Your Hosts: Brandon Duke (Bonus Episode)Meet Brandon Duke, co-host of the Scratch Claw Push podcast. Brandon Duke on Twitter: twitter.com/BrandonDukeATLBrandon Duke on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-268272089Karkata Media:- twitter.com/karkatamedia- instagram.com/karkatamedia- facebook.com/karkatamedia- www.karkatamedia.comNovis Opera:- twitter.com/novisopera- instagram.com/novisopera- facebook.com/novisopear- www.novisopera.comGarfield's Crossing - www.garfieldscrossing.comTheme Music by Brandon DukeLogo Designed by Margeaux McClellandCopyright 2023 Karkata...2023-07-0231 min
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2023-06-2618 minThe Global DetailPakistan: The Political Fate of The Military State (with Omar Waraich)Omar Waraich, is a writer, journalist, and human rights advocate who has covered Pakistan and South Asia for Time Magazine and The Independent. He joins us to discuss the many issues facing Pakistan, from its political troubles to financial issues to its struggle against climate change.Omar Waraich on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmarWaraichOmar's website: https://www.omarwaraich.com/Omar's Article: "It's Time For The Generals To Let Go In Pakistan" https://foreignpolicy.com/2023/05/18/imrankhan-pakistan-military-elections/Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Distressing Reports" by John Presstone (licensed through...2023-06-201h 02Scratch Claw PushScratch Claw Push TrailerComing soon from Karkata Media, SCRATCH CLAW PUSH, a podcast about making art in spite of it all. This show will feature interviews with creatives clawing out a space for their work and sometimes making opportunities for other creatives in the process.Follow @scratchclawpush on social media or visit scratchclawpush.com to stay in the loop.2023-06-1501 minThe Global DetailProtecting America in the Age of Danger (with Andrew Hoehn & Thom Shanker)We talk to the authors of "Age of Danger: Keeping America Safe in an Era of New Superpowers, New Weapons, and New Threats" (Andrew Hoehn & Thom Shanker) about the myriad of new threats facing the United States and how to face them.Andrew Hoehn on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AndyHoehnThom Shanker on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThomShankerAge of Danger on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Age-Danger-Keeping-America-Superpowers/dp/B0BJ1673NM/ref=sr_1_1?crid=H3H2697IUFWP&keywords=age+of+danger&qid=1685293653&sprefix=age+of+danger%2Caps%2C151&sr=8-1Music:2023-05-3056 minThe Global DetailSurgical Strikes, Defense and Diplomacy on India's Borders and Beyond (with Lt. General D.S. Hooda)Lieutenant General Deependra Singh Hooda discusses his time in the Indian Army, including the famous 2016 "surgical strikes," along with the current and future state of India's foreign policy.Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke "Investigations in Mumbait" by Boris Skalsky (licensed through Storyblocks).Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2023, Karkata Media LLC.2023-05-161h 07The Global DetailVictims of History and Geography: Israel, Palestine, and the Middle East (with Aaron David Miller)Aaron David Miller discusses the current state of the Israel, from Judicial Reforms, the relations with the Palestinians, and Israel's dealing with the rest of the Middle East.Aaron David Miller on Twitter: https://twitter.com/aarondmiller2The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace: https://carnegieendowment.org/Music: Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Exploring The Middle East" by Daniel Willett (licensed through Storyblocks).Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2023, Karkata Media LLC.2023-05-0955 minThe Global DetailTrue North: Canada, Cinema and the Diversity Dialogue (with Sugith Varughese)Sugith Varughese is an Indian Canadian actor, writer, and director best known for his performance as Mr. Metha on the hit show Kim’s Convenience. He discusses working in film & television in Canada and the various aspects of diversity and representation in the entertainment business.Sugith Varughese on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SugithVarugheseSugith Varughese on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0890268/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Positive Vibes" by Boris Skalsky (licensed through Storyblocks).Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Pe...2022-12-1356 minThe Global DetailEmbracing The Hyphen: The Indian-American Identity (with Milan Vaishnav)Milan Vaishnav talks about the different aspect of the Indian diaspora in America. Milan is a Senior Fellow and Director of the South Asia Program and the host of the Grand Tamasha podcast at Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.Milan Vaishnav on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MilanVMilan on Substack: https://milanvaishnav.substack.com/“The Grand Tamasha” Podcast: https://grand-tamasha.simplecast.com/Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"East Chill" by Boomer (licensed through Storyblocks).Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copy...2022-11-2942 minThe Global DetailHow To Turn A Peach Blue: Politics in the American South (with Chuck Reece)The American South is a complex place these days. Chuck Reece, the founder of Salvation South, joins us to unpack the thorny subject of politics in The South and how he uses the love of Southern culture to inspire change in the region.Chuck Reece on Twitter: https://twitter.com/chuckreeceSalvation South: https://www.salvationsouth.com/Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Clear Pathways" by Humans Win (licensed through Storyblocks).Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2022, Karkata Media LLC.2022-10-2748 minThe Global DetailOvercoming the Tyranny of Distance: Diplomacy Down Under (with Ian Kemish)Ambassador Ian Kemish unpacks the evolution of Australian diplomacy and how they have taken their place on the world stage while forging a new identity apart from their British colonial roots.Ian Kemish on Twitter: https://twitter.com/IanKemishIan’s book “The Consul: An Insider Account from Australia’s Diplomatic Frontline”https://www.amazon.com/Consul-Insider-Australias-Diplomatic-Frontline-ebook/dp/B0B3LWKC59/ref=sr_1_1?crid=TACBD8NWKRI0&keywords=the+consul+ian+kemish&qid=1664248723&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjAwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=ian+kemish%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1Forridel: https://www.forridel.com/2022-10-041h 07The Global DetailCompass of Compassion: Navigating The Landscape of Humanitarian Aid (with Dr. Unni Karunakara)Dr. Unni Karunakara, former President of Médecins Sans Frontières (a.k.a. Doctors Without Borders) led an organization that literally and metaphorically traverses borders. With altruism at its core, MSF prioritizes healthcare in the most impoverished and destitute places, to all people regardless of race, creed, religion or political affiliation. The challenges include political unrest, conflict zones and climate change and yet Dr. Unni explains how MSF remains unwavering in their commitment and their ethos. Dr. Unni Karanukara on Twitter: https://twitter.com/UnniKarunakaraDoctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières: https://www.doct...2022-09-271h 05The Global DetailFalling Eagle, Rising Dragon: America and China in the 21st Century (with Ali Wyne)As China slowly but surely rises to take its place alongside the United States as a superpower, Ali Wyne, a senior analyst with Eurasia Group’s Global Macro practice, discusses the challenges and opportunities that come with it.Ali Wyne on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ali_WyneAli's book: "America's Great-Power Opportunity: Revitalizing U.S. Foreign Policy to Meet the Challenges of Strategic Competition" - https://www.amazon.com/Americas-Great-Power-Opportunity-Competition-Revitalize/dp/1509545549Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Chasing The Sun" by Oleksii Abramovych (licensed through Storyblocks).Produced by Karkata Me...2022-09-131h 22The Global DetailThe Crescent and The Chakra: Pakistan & India at 75 (with Wajahat S. Khan)Wajahat S. Khan talks about Pakistan, The Partition and the perils of the military state as both India and Pakistan celebrate 75 years of independence.Wajahat S. Khan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WajSKhanMusic: Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Taj Mahal - Indian Theme (Full)" by Giuseppe Rizzo (licensed through Storyblocks)Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2022, Karkata Media LLC.2022-08-181h 02The Global DetailEquity and Impact in The Global South (with Amanda Glassman and Julia Kaufman)Amanda Glassman & Julia Kaufman from the Center for Global Development talk about evaluating the effectiveness of aid & intervention programs in the area known as the Global South. The Report (Breakthrough to Policy UseReinvigorating Impact Evaluation for Global Development): https://pubs.cgdev.org/evidence-to-impact/index.htmlAmanda Glassman: https://www.cgdev.org/expert/amanda-glassmanJulia Kaufman: https://www.cgdev.org/staff/julia-kaufmanMusic:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Exploring The Possibilty" by Jon Presstone (licensed through Storyblocks)Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity...2022-08-1644 min
Daga LarabaHalin Da Harkar Ilimi Ke Ciki A Jihar SakkwatoIdan ba ku manta ba, makonni biyu da suka gabata, mun tattauna ne a kan tsarin ilimin Jihar Bauchi da na Jihar Kebbi.A wannan makon kuma mun karkata ne zuwa kan tsarin ilimin Jihar Sawkwato.A yayin da ilimin daliban firamare da sakandare ke tabarbarewa, iyaye da malamai na kokawa kan irin kalubalen da baganren ilimin jihar ke fuskanta.Laifin waye kuma ina mafita? Shirin Daga Laraba ya tattauna da masu ruwa da tsaki.2022-07-0630 minThe Global DetailSystems Against Scarcity: Fighting Famine in the 21st Century (with Sir Mark Lowcock)In the wake of wars, climate change, and scarce resources, Sir Mark Lowcock, a former U.N. Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, talks about the strategies and systems needed to combat a potential food crisis around the globe. About Sir Mark Lowcock: https://www.cgdev.org/expert/mark-lowcockHis book, Relief Chief: A Manifesto for Saving Lives in Dire Times:https://www.amazon.com/Relief-Chief-Manifesto-Saving-Lives-ebook/dp/B099PZ153T/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"In This Together" by...2022-06-2347 minThe Global DetailTaliban 2.0: Tribalism, Tenacity, and Tragedy in Afghanistan (with Michael Kugelman)Within days of American withdrawal, Afghanistan fell under Taliban control with a speed that took much of the world by surprise. Akshobh Giridharadas spoke with Michael Kugelman Deputy Director and Senior Associate for South Asia at the Wilson Center, to get his assessment of how it happened and of life in Afghanistan in the era of Taliban 2.0.Learn more about Michael Kugelman: https://www.wilsoncenter.org/person/michael-kugelmanMusic:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Uncovering The Truth" by Jon Presstone (licensed through Storyblocks)Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with...2022-05-2355 minThe Global DetailThe Method In The Madness of Vladimir Putin (with Christopher Miller)As Ukraine defends itself from the ongoing Russian invasion, Christopher Miller, an Assistant Professor of International History at the Fletcher School of Law & Diplomacy at Tufts University, delves into the mindset of Vladimir Putin and the politics of Russia that created this conflict.Learn more about Christopher Miller: https://www.christophermiller.net/Music:Opening Theme Music by Brandon Duke"Virgo" by Humans Win (licensed through Storyblocks)Produced by Karkata Media LLC in association with Perspicacity Media LLC.Copyright 2022, Karkata Media LLC.2022-05-1932 minThe Global DetailIntersections of Identity (with Aatish Taseer)Few authors know the might of the pen over the sword like novelist and columnist Aatish Taseer, who has been both celebrated and censured for his work by individuals and governments. Born to an Indian Sikh mother and a Pakistani Muslim father, Aatish Taseer is a writer whose background gives him unique insight into the politics of the Subcontinent. Akshobh Giridharadas spoke with him during the height of the pandemic about politics and identity and how his personal journey influenced his career as a writer. Aatish Taseer in Vanity Fair: https://www.vanityfair.com/contributor/aatish-taseer...2022-04-2838 minThe Global DetailThe Conundrum of Charity and Change (with Reham Khan)As a journalist and the ex-wife of the current Pakistani Prime Minister, Reham Khan has unique insight into the politics of charitable work and challenges one meets when trying to make change in a conservative Islamic society like Pakistan. We spoke to her during the height of the COVID 19 pandemic in India & Pakistan to get her views on the state of politics in the region.Akshobh's article on Passports: https://www.thequint.com/voices/opinion/indian-passport-dual-citizenship-american-citizens-immigrants-visa-issues-commonwealthReham Khan Foundation: https://www.facebook.com/RehamKhanFoundationOfficial/CREDITSMusic: Theme song by Brandon Duke. / "Arabic Night"...2022-03-2954 minDaga LarabaIna Makomar Masu Yada Labaran Karya A Lahira?Makonni biyar ke nan da shirin Daga Laraba ya fara fede biri har wutsiya kan batun labaran karya domin gano asalinsa da masu amfana da shi da masu yadawa da kuma amfanin da su ke samu.Yadda Ake Gane Labaran Karya ne batun da shirin Daga Laraba na makon da ya gabata ya mayar da hankali a kai.A wannan makon kuma shirin ya karkata ne kan Irin Kallon Da Addini Ke Yi Wa Labarin Karya.Mun tattauna da malaman addinin Islama da na Kirista domin sanin makomar masu y...2022-03-2324 min