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Digital Social Hour5 Surgeries,1 Lesson: The 100% Injury Rate the League Won’t Say Out Loud - Kavon Frazier | DSH #1596Former NFL player Kavon shares his inspiring journey from the gridiron to entrepreneurship in this episode of the Digital Social Hour. After retiring from the NFL in 2022, Kavon opens up about the challenges athletes face during their transition, the realities of the business side of football, and how he overcame an identity crisis to rediscover his purpose.
He breaks down how intentional relationship-building throughout his football career became the foundation for his post-NFL success. Those connections helped him launch and grow multiple business ventures — including a performance and recovery facility designed specifically for elite athletes.
Kavon al...
2025-11-0131 min
Digital Social Hour5 Surgeries,1 Lesson: The 100% Injury Rate the League Won’t Say Out Loud - Kavon Frazier | DSH #1595Former NFL player Kavon shares his inspiring journey from the gridiron to entrepreneurship in this episode of the Digital Social Hour. After retiring from the NFL in 2022, Kavon opens up about the challenges athletes face during their transition, the realities of the business side of football, and how he overcame an identity crisis to rediscover his purpose.
He breaks down how intentional relationship-building throughout his football career became the foundation for his post-NFL success. Those connections helped him launch and grow multiple business ventures — including a performance and recovery facility designed specifically for elite athletes.
Kavon also reflects on po...
2025-10-3031 min
Digital Social HourFaZe Clan's Wild Journey: Lessons in Success & Scandals I Frazier Kay DSH #1300Discover the unbelievable highs and shocking lows of FaZe Clan's wild journey! 🚀 From epic success stories to headline-making scandals, this episode of the Digital Social Hour with Sean Kelly is packed with valuable insights, jaw-dropping confessions, and behind-the-scenes moments you won't find anywhere else. 🎮💥 Join Sean and guest Frasier Kay as they dive into the rise of FaZe Clan, the iconic LA FaZe House parties, and the challenges of navigating fame, controversy, and the ever-evolving content landscape. Hear about dramatic break-ins, the crypto scandal fallout, and how streamers like FaZe Adapt and Banks are redefining success in...
2025-04-0537 min
Council ConversationsEpisode 7.04 - Kelly Ziegner - President and CEO of United Way Elgin MiddlesexDriven to improve lives and strengthen community, Kelly has worked in the non-profit sector for 25 years. She is an award-winning communicator who received her Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) designation in 2003 and is an alumna of King’s University College and Western University. Kelly values inclusion, equity, clear-eyed compassion and leading by example.You can follow/support Council Conversations on the following platforms.Twitter: https://twitter.com/Councilconvo or http://twitter.com/frazier_fathersThe podcast is now hosted on https://gingerpolitics.com/category/council-conversations/Support on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/councilconversationsLike or...
2024-02-2327 min
Beautifully CONFIDENT76 - Dana Frazier-Middleton - Corporate to CreativeHere's what to expect on the podcast:How does Dana navigate the challenges of transitioning to a new career path?In what ways can a solid educational foundation positively impact one's self-esteem and self-assurance?How does the practice of reflection act as a superpower in personal development?Why is it important to view challenges as opportunities?And much more! About Dana:Dana Frazier-Middleton, Founder & CEO of the brand D. Frazier.Dana D. Frazier-Middleton became a licensed cosmetologist in 1997 while working full-time for Citibank in her native city, New York. Dana is a...
2024-01-2933 min
The Plant-Based Morning ShowWeekend Updates, Study Finds Red Meat Increases Type-2 Diabetes Risk, 5-Year-Old Boy 'Bullied' for Vegan Birthday Party, Kelly Clarkson's Plant Paradox DietTuesday, October 24th — In this episode we talk about: Doug's weekend festival, Matt sees Messi play Weather report: Kiwis help with sleep, study finds red meat associated with 62% increase in type-2 diabetes risk Aussie Boy 'Bullied' for Vegan Birthday Party (https://au.news.yahoo.com/aussie-boy-bullied-for-vegan-birthday-party-030048929.html) Kelly Clarkson says the 'Plant Paradox' Diet Helped Her Get Healthy, But is it Safe? (https://www.healthline.com/health-news/kelly-clarkson-diet) Tune in live every weekday at 11am to watch on YouTube or on Instagram (@plantbasedmorningshow and @nomeatathlete_official), or watch on Twitter or Twitch! Follow @plantbasedmorningshow, @realmattfrazier, and...
2023-10-2455 min
Renaissance SoulRenaissance Soul: Obscurities Episode #4 - 08/05/2021 - Waajeed Productions/Remixes Circa 2002-2007Renaissance Soul: Obscurities is weekly show every Thursday at 7pm ET on Twitch (twitch.tv/kfreshdetroit) where your host Kelly “K-Fresh” Frazier will dive into the lesser known releases from Detroit and Michigan’s rich hip-hop history, and even showcase tangential genres like house music, old school small label funk/soul, and whatever else ties into the fabric of our music legacy. Taken mostly from their original physical format (mostly vinyl), K-Fresh will tell you any information they know about the records, any stories they know about, and any personal thoughts and feelings.
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2021-08-061h 07
Renaissance SoulRenaissance Soul: Obscurities Episode #3 – 07/29/2021Renaissance Soul: Obscurities is weekly show every Thursday at 7pm ET on Twitch (twitch.tv/kfreshdetroit) where your host Kelly “K-Fresh” Frazier be showcasing the obscure and not-so talked about music releases from the past from Detroit and all over Michigan. Each show will highlight releases from genres of all kinds taken mostly from their original physical format (mostly vinyl). From hip-hop, small label soul, metal, indie rock, DIY hardcore, electronic music, techno, and everything in between, along with production and remixes from Detroit and Michigan producers you may have never heard from artists outside of Michigan, K-Fresh will tell...
2021-08-031h 07
Renaissance SoulRenaissance Soul: Obscurities Episode #2 – 07/22/2021Renaissance Soul: Obscurities is weekly show every Thursday at 7pm ET on Twitch (twitch.tv/kfreshdetroit) where your host Kelly “K-Fresh” Frazier be showcasing the obscure and not-so talked about music releases from the past from Detroit and all over Michigan. Each show will highlight releases from genres of all kinds taken mostly from their original physical format (mostly vinyl). From hip-hop, small label soul, metal, indie rock, DIY hardcore, electronic music, techno, and everything in between, along with production and remixes from Detroit and Michigan producers you may have never heard from artists outside of Michigan, K-Fresh will tell...
2021-07-271h 03
Renaissance SoulRenaissance Soul: Obscurities Episode #1 - 07/15/2021Renaissance Soul: Obscurities is weekly show every Thursday at 7pm ET on Twitch (twitch.tv/kfreshdetroit) where your host Kelly “K-Fresh” Frazier be showcasing the obscure and not-so talked about music releases from the past from Detroit and all over Michigan. Each show will highlight releases from genres of all kinds taken mostly from their original physical format (mostly vinyl).
From hip-hop, small label soul, metal, indie rock, DIY hardcore, electronic music, techno, and everything in between, along with production and remixes from Detroit and Michigan producers you may have never heard from artists outside of Mich...
2021-07-201h 18
Nerdacity Podcast with DuEwa FrazierEp. 34 Vincent Kelly Talks All People Are BeautifulProduced by DuEwa World - Consulting + Bookings http://www.duewaworld.com Ep. 34 DuEwa interviewed children's author Vincent M. Kelly. Vincent discussed his writing life and his latest book, All People Are Beautiful. Visit www.vincentmkelly.com for more information on his books.
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2021-06-2443 minCouncil ConversationsEpisode 2.3 - Deputy Mayor Kelly Elliot - Thames CentreKelly Elliott is the Deputy Mayor for the Municipality of Thames Centre, as well as Councillor with Middlesex County. She is a member of the Women's Caucus of Middlesex County Council, Director with both the Ontario Good Roads Association and Federation of Canadian Municipalities and Board Member of the Middlesex-London Health Unit. She sits on various Committees both on a local and federal level. Outside of her Council duties, Kelly is a business owner; a proud baseball/hockey/soccer Mom of two kids who spends most of her free time watching her kids play.Twitter: @kellyelliottmcm...
2021-05-1048 min
Conversations for Leaders & TeamsE31. Leading On Purpose: Intentional Leadership |Pastor Shane Frazier|Send us a textTune in to hear Pastor Shane Frazier share how leading with intention can create impact for leaders and teams. When leaders press in and intentionally "walk slowly through the crowd," communicate compassion, create psychological safety, and restore and recharge, they become a living example of Jesus Christ. You can connect with Pastor Shane at https://myfreedomlife.tv to find out more about the January church launch in Naples, Fl. You can also find Pastor Shane at https://www.fresheyescoaching.com where you can learn more about his marriage coaching services.Learn more a...
2020-11-1141 min
Renaissance SoulRenaissance Soul Podcast: The Majesty Crush Episode (w/ Hobey Echlin - Bassist of the 90s Detroit Shoegaze Band)For this episode, your host Kelly “K-Fresh” Frazier is joined by Hobey Echlin, bassist of the early 90s Detroit shoegaze band Majesty Crush. They were an anomaly in the Detroit music scene as they were compared to bands with the shoegaze sound that typically comes from the UK, but they were oddly connected to so much within the city of Detroit. They were surrounded by other artists who also didn’t fit in any creative box while their lush, dreamy sounds along with the colorful members of the bands (especially vocalist David Stroughter) made them memorable around the city. But it...
2020-11-102h 28
Teen CreepsSinclair Smith's The Waitress (w/ Scott Frazier)Firstly, VOTE VOTE VOTE. Okay, now to the show.This week Kelly and Katai read THE WAITRESS by Sinclair Smith, joined by very special guest Scott Frazier (LA Podcast). They talk more fun murder pranks, boyfriend gaslighting (both of and by), urban legends, Blockbuster Video (RIP), red herrings that weren’t and should have been, divorce by text, and talk about the lead-up to a very special announcement from their frenemy The Moon.PROGRESSIVE VOTER GUIDES!These guides are specific to Los Angeles and California, so please do your research to find qu...
2020-10-281h 30
Renaissance SoulRenaissance Soul Podcast: The Circle Of Darkness Episode (w/ Eric Lauder, Guitarist of Detroit Thrash/Death Metal Band Plague Years)For this episode, your host Kelly “K-Fresh” Frazier is joined by Eric Lauder, guitarist of the Detroit thrash/death metal band Plague Years, as we talk about their debut full-length album Circle of Darkness released September 18th 2020 via Entertainment One (or eOne). While the idea of the band has technically been around for about a decade now, Plague Years only started to make it more of a serious band within the past few years with the release of two EPs, 2017’s self-titled EP and 2018’s Unholy Infestation EP. Eric shares with us the origins of the band, how they got sign...
2020-10-2748 min
Renaissance SoulRenaissance Soul Podcast: The Everything Has To Fall Apart Eventually Episode (w/ The Messenger Birds - Chris Williams & Parker Bengry)For this episode, your host Kelly “K-Fresh” Frazier is joined by Parker Bengry and Chris Williams, just two guys known as The Messenger Birds. The Detroit alternative rockers released their debut album Everything Has To Fall Apart Eventually on October 7th, 2020. We go into the origins of the band as both guys, who have long been close friends, found themselves in countless other bands before finally coming together in 2015 to form this duo. We also go on a track-by-track breakdown of Everything Has To Fall Apart Eventually along with discuss their videos, the album artwork, and having Third Man Reco...
2020-10-211h 01
Pivot Parenting: Expert Tips for Navigating Teen and Tween ChallengesPuberty in Reverse, with Special Guest, Kelly Keelan, RNI remember seventh grade as being awful. I have seen three of my children also struggle as a new school, major friend changes, and puberty all collide. I feel for them, because I get it. Chatting with Kelly, she told me about how me and all the other mom's start going through changes that are like a second puberty. Throw that in with the fact that you've got kids going through puberty as well, and you've got the makings of a potential hormonal disaster. In our interview we unpack and explain it all. Knowledge is...
2020-10-1335 min
Renaissance SoulRenaissance Soul Podcast: The Branding of Detroit Hip Hop Episode (w/ Illustrator & Designer Mario “Khalif” Butterfield)For this episode, your host Kelly “K-Fresh” Frazier is joined by designer, photographer, illustrator, film director, fashion designer, Mario “Khalif” Butterfield to talk about the branding and marketing history behind Detroit hip-hop. We get into how he first found himself in the Detroit hip-hop scene as a designer and photographer, who he met, what he learned, and how he networked throughout the city. Once he got comfortable in his skills, he was able to help improve the visual aspects of Detroit hip-hop starting in the mid 90s advocating that the full product package is important for a music artist.
Ma...
2020-09-292h 00
Renaissance SoulRenaissance Soul Podcast: The These Days Episode (w/ Indie Soul/Americana Artist Stephie James)For this episode, your host Kelly “K-Fresh” Frazier is joined by Indie-Soul/Americana musician, singer, and songwriter Stephie James to discuss her debut EP, These Days. Growing up in the Detroit area, she helped kick start a DIY coffee shop with her brother that doubled as a music venue when she was teenager. She has since toured with 8-time Grammy Award winner Anita Baker when she was 17, enjoyed years on the road with Nikki Lane (opening her shows and playing in the band), and was an assistant engineer at Dan Auerbach’s studio.
Now making Nashville her home...
2020-09-221h 00
Renaissance SoulRenaissance Soul Podcast: The King Father Episode (w/ Detroit Hip Hop Artist Fatt Father)For this episode, your host Kelly “K-Fresh” Frazier is joined by Detroit hip-hop artist Fatt Father to discuss his latest album King Father that he released back in May 2020. Fatt Father is known as a member of the hip-hop collective Fat Killahz and is a staple amongst the Detroit hip-hop scene for many years now. Fatt Father is not just a clever name, as you will hear in this episode and on this album, as he takes fatherhood seriously and you always feel it in his words. Fatt Father also brings that same energy to the up and coming hip...
2020-09-141h 04
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #228: Cammie Gilbert – Vocalist of Houston Prog Metal Band ‘Oceans of Slumber’, New Self-Titled Album Out Now(Photo Credit: Tay Lee Photography, IG: @tayleephotos)
The guest for this episode is Cammie Gilbert vocalist of the Houston prog metal band Oceans of Slumber. They just released their newest self-titled album this past Friday via Century Media Records. We talk about the new album, the importance of being a Black woman fronting metal band, her musical influences, the cathartic nature of heavy metal, releasing this album during the Black Lives Matter movement.
Stream/Purchase Oceans of Slumber: oceansofslumber.lnk.to/OceansOfSlumberFA
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2020-09-1045 min
Renaissance SoulRenaissance Soul Podcast: The Virus Episode (w/ Detroit Hip Hop Artist Miz Korona)For this episode, your host Kelly “K-Fresh” Frazier is joined by Detroit hip-hop artist Miz Korona as we talk about her EP titled The Virus released back in April 2020. This release is very timely as she tackles current issues involving the pandemic and the current Black Lives Matter civil rights movement from her perspective. During this very educational and insightful episode with Miz Korona, we talk about her hiatus from releasing music, her reasons for doing The Virus, the personal and social issues she wrote about, and we do a track-by-track breakdown.
Purchase / Stream The Virus: Bandcamp (Digi...
2020-09-071h 46
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #227: Meryem Saci – Algerian Refugee, Now Montreal-Based Singer, Songwriter, and Emcee, New EP All In Available NowThe guest for this episode is Meryem Saci, who is a soulful singer, songwriter, and emcee raised in Algeria and escaped as a refugee to Canada back in 2000. Based in Montreal, she has a new EP titled All in that she released via her Bandcamp back in May. During our chat, we talked about growing up in Alergia and what finally caused her to flee from her wartorn home with her family to Canada. We also talk about her music upbringing, her influences, and about her new EP.
Stream/Purchase All In: ffm.to/meryemsaci_all_in
2020-09-031h 06
Renaissance SoulRenaissance Soul Podcast: The Sincerely, Detroit Episode (w/ Detroit Hip Hop Producer Apollo Brown)For this episode, your host Kelly “K-Fresh” Frazier is joined by Detroit hip-hop producer Apollo Brown as we take a look at a very adventurous project of his, Sincerely, Detroit, released on November 8, 2019 via Mello Music Group. We talk about his motivation of doing such a project that included over 50 Detroit hip-hop artists over 21 tracks. Sincerely, Detroit is a love letter to the culture and its one of the most comprehensive looks at the various types of talent coming from Detroit’s music scene. As we go track-by-track during this episode (tracklist below), we hear stories from Apollo Brown about...
2020-08-311h 10
Renaissance SoulRenaissance Soul Podcast: The Dead Flowerz Episode (w/ Detroit Rap Legend Esham)For this episode, your host Kelly “K-Fresh” Frazier is joined by Detroit rap legend Esham as they take a deep dive into his classic 1996 album Dead Flowerz via his own imprint Reel Life Productions. This was the fifth studio album by Esham and it peaked at #38 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. The album was produced by Esham himself along with Lord Maji (who was Mystro of the Detroit hip hop duo Kaos & Mystro). Guests on the album included Zelah Williams, Dice, Bugz, and Drunken Master. The Unholy Esham joins in to talk about what his life...
2020-08-241h 10
Renaissance SoulRenaissance Soul Podcast: The Origins of Renaissance Soul (w/ K-Fresh Interviewed by Hip-Hop Journalist Dan Charnas)For the relaunch, we’re joined by acclaimed hip hop journalist Dan Charnas (author of The Big Payback) as he interviews your host Kelly “K-Fresh’ Frazier about my origins in the Detroit hip-hop and music scene, about the original Jay Dee discography I curated and the Renaissance Soul website, and what to expect for the podcast. Through my time in the Detroit hip-hop scene, there’s a lot of insight about the Detroit I can share with my audience and this is just the start, as I would venture out to other music circles with Detroit and have influence outside...
2020-08-171h 25
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #226: Drew Dixon – Former A&R Executive at Def Jam and Arista, Subject of the HBO Max Docuseries On the Record about her Decision to Publicly Accuse Russell Simmons of Sexual AbuseThe guest for this episode is Drew Dixon, the accomplished former Vice President of A&R at Arista Records, a former Director of A&R at Def Jam Recordings, the former General Manager of John Legend’s independent label Homeschool Records, and the former manager of recording artist Estelle. Dixon is the center subject of the HBO Max Docuseries On The Record, which presents her powerful haunting story as she grapples with her decision to become one of the first women of color, in the wake of #MeToo, to come forward and publicly accuse hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons of se...
2020-08-121h 12
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #225: Todd Black – Writer and Creator of the Comic Book Tokyo Blade Detectives, Kickstarter for Issue #3 Now LaunchedThe guest for this episode is comic book creator and writer Todd Black, who just launched a Kickstarter campaign for issue #3 of his anime-style comic Tokyo Blade Detectives. We talk about the origins of this story and where the idea came from, along with so much more about the making of this comic. We also get into his love of All Elite Wrestling and the short comic book he created about AEW.
Tokyo Blade Detectives #3 Kickstarter Link: kck.st/3gdOBsl
Links Mentioned in Episode:
– Dan Charnas (Author, The Big Payback) – dancharnas.com
– Fresh is the...
2020-08-0654 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #224: Angela Muñoz – Los Angeles Singer/Songwriter, Debut Album Introspection Produced by Adrian Younge Out Now Via Linear LabsThe guest for this episode is the 18-year-old Los Angeles native, singer and songwriter Angela Muñoz, who just released her debut album Introspection produced entirely by Adrian Younge via Linear Labs. During our chat, we talked about working with Adrian Younge on this album, her upbringing, writing songs that ended up on this album since she was 14 years old, her life as she transitions into adulthood, and a track-by-track breakdown of Introspection.
Purchase/Stream Introspection: linktr.ee/therealangelamunoz
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2020-07-2947 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #223: Trilogy Beats – Detroit Photographer Documenting Black Lives Matter ProtestsThe guest for this episode is Detroit photographer Trilogy Beats, who has currently been out on the streets documenting the protests surrounding the Black Lives Matter civil right movement in and around Detroit, Michigan. He’s an acclaimed photographer with clients around the nation and globe, shooting for lifestyle brands and more. During our chat, we talked about his motivation to hit the streets with his camera to shoot what’s really going on during the current protests, and in particular, the protests that happened on July 10th at McNichols & San Juan in Detroit after the Detroit Police shot and...
2020-07-2355 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #222: Joyce Marie Fitzpatrick and Brian Shackelford – Producers/Directors of the Film The Color of Medicine: The Story of Homer G. Phillips Hospital About the First All-Black HospitalThe guests for this episode are Joyce Marie Fitzpatrick and Brian Shackelford, the co-producers and co-directors of the documentary The Color of Medicine: The Story of Homer G. Phillips Hospital. This documentary sheds a light on the disparity between the medical treatment that the African-American community receives as opposed to others; something that we are really seeing these days with the COVID pandemic and the recent Black Lives Matter protests. The Color of Medicine not only tells the astonishing history of the first all-black hospital in St. Louis, but also recognizes and celebrates the achievements of the brave healthcare...
2020-07-082h 10
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #221: J-Zone – Drummer, Author, Producer, and Former Rapper, New 7″ Single from The Du-Rites Available NowMy guest this episode is drummer, producer, author, and former rapper, J-Zone. We talk about his new 7” single from his project The Du-Rites with Tom Tom Club guitarist Pablo Martin along with his transition from being a rapper to solely being a drummer/producer. A lot of the frustrations and lack of passion that J-Zone talks about with being a rapper is very interesting and something that I think a lot of people feel in their own creative spaces. Being someone that has been a jack-of-all-trades type person also in the past, his perspective on that and focusing more on...
2020-06-181h 14
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #220: Elle Chase – Certified Sexuality Educator, Writer, Speaker, Pleasure Advocate, Author of Curvy Girl Sex, Creator of LadyCheekyMy guest today is Certified Sex Educator, writer, speaker, pleasure advocate, author of Curvy Girl Sex, and creator of LadyCheeky, Elle Chase, who was suggestion from previous guest Anne Hodder-Shipp (happy birthday Anne!). We got into the importance of sex education and to normalize it along with body positivity and so much more. It was a great chat and Elle Chase continually spreads information about sex-positive education and most recently, resources for accountability and actions for black lives.
And before my chat with Elle Chase, I wanted to focus on is how white people can be a better ally during...
2020-06-121h 12
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #219: Dart Adams – Hip-Hop, Film, Culture Writer & Podcaster, and Dart Adams List of Essential Old School Boston RecordsThe guest for this episode is hip-hop, culture, and film writer and podcaster and proud Bostonian, Dart Adams. Having written for publications like HipHopWired, KillerBoomBox, NPR, Mass Appeal, Complex, and Okayplayer, among others, a collection of his writing was recently featured in the book Best Damn Hip Hop Writing: The Book of Dart via Superchamp Books. Dart is also the host of the podcasts Dart Against Humanity and Boston Legends Podcast. If you follow Dart Adams on Twitter you’ll know why he’s a legend.
And before my interview with Dart Adams, I get into the topic of death with...
2020-05-281h 55
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #218: Wendy Xu & Suzanne Walker – The Team Behind the Hugo Award Nominated Graphic Novel MooncakesThe guests for this episode is the team behind the Hugo Award nominated graphic novel Mooncakes, author Suzanne Walker and illustrator Wendy Xu, available now via ONI Press. With an LGBTQ+ and disabled cast, Mooncakes follows a young witch, as she works to help her grandmothers out with their store and their duties of protecting the town, only to find out that the white wolf being reported in their area is his childhood crush. During our chat, we talk about many of the themes within this story like sexuality, family, generational wisdom, and much more.
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2020-05-2051 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #217: Skylar Patridge – Freelance Artist, Illustrator and Cartoonist, Artist on Titles Such as Relics Of Youth (Vault), Reversal (Dark Horse), and Volume (Scout)The guest for this episode is freelance artist, illustrator and cartoonist Skylar Patridge, comic artist on titles Relics Of Youth (Vault), Reversal (Dark Horse), and Volume (Scout). During our chat, Skylar shares how she’s dealing with the global pandemic, training in combat sports, growing up on a farm, transitioning into a career as an artist, and her experiences on the comics she’s worked on.
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2020-05-1353 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #216: Sweeney Boo – Artist/Author of Eat, and Love Yourself Graphic Novel, Illustrator on Marvel Action: Captain Marvel Comic BookThe guest for this episode is the Montreal-based comic artist and illustrator, Sweeney Boo. After a successful Kickstarter launched in December 2016, Sweeney just released her first graphic novel called Eat, and Love Yourself via Boom! Studios, a 150-page story about eating disorders, depression, body dysmorphia, and ultimately self-love; a subject really important to her. She is also the illustrator on the Marvel Action: Captain Marvel comic book via IDW/Marvel. She shared with us her long journey to the release of Eat, and Love Yourself, along with her transition of moving from the southwest of France to Montreal and...
2020-05-0545 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #215: Kiki Yeung – Comedian, Producer of Crazy Woke Asians, Writer/Director of Sweet and Sour Chicks, Producing/Hosting the Crazy Woke Asians Virtual Comedy Festival on May 8th-10th via Zoom!The guest for this episode is comedian, producer, director, and writer, Kiki Yeung. Yeung is the founder and producer of the comedy show Crazy Woke Asians along with the writer and director of the romantic comedy series Sweet and Sour Chicks that is currently in the making after a successful crowdfunding. Plus, she is one of the funniest mothers on the Internet!
Kiki Yeung also is executive producing and hosting the Crazy Woke Asians Virtual Comedy Festival on Friday, May 8th, through Sunday, May 10th on ZOOM to celebrate Asian Heritage Month. With over 80 performers from spanning...
2020-04-281h 12
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #214: ACRONYM – Detroit-Based Photographer, Journalist, Director, Event Curator, and Founder of Found In The Underground ShowcaseThe guest for this episode photographer, journalist, director and event curator and all and all supporter of Detroit, Amy Nicole, or best known by her moniker ACRONYM. For the past decade, she has strived to not only innovate, but also curate opportunities around Metro Detroit to uplift the creative community. She has her hands in a lot of places artistically, and chooses collaboration as the key to growth rather than competition. During out conversation, she shared her views on the creatives of Detroit and how working together to build the scene is more productive, her Found In The Underground sh...
2020-04-221h 11
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #213: Anne Hodder-Shipp – Multi-Certified Sex & Relationships Educator, Dreamworker, Sex Toy Expert, Sex-Positive PR at Hodder Media, Founder of EDSEThe guest for this episode is multi-certified sex & relationships educator, dreamworker, sex toy expert, sex-positive publicist at Hodder Media, and founder of EDSE, the amazing Anne Hodder-Shipp. During our conversation, she shared with us how her own experiences that led her to become a sex educator and publicist, her interest in sex education at a young age, gender identity, learning from other communities, common issues that people and couples need help with in regards to relationship education, and her work as a sex-positive publicist.
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2020-04-2054 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #212: Melissa Bonny – Vocalist of the Symphonic Metal Band ‘Ad Infinitum’, Debut Album Chapter 1: Monarchy Out Now Via Napalm RecordsThe guest for this episode is Melissa Bonny, vocalist of the symphonic metal band Ad Infinitum, who just released their debut album Chapter 1: Monarchy on April 3rd via Napalm Records. Melissa is also the lead singer of the trance metal band Rage Of Light, and most importantly, we share the same birthday on January 23rd! We talked about her childhood on the countryside of Switzerland and when she got the music bug, their Kickstarter campaign, dealing with tour cancellations and releasing an album during the COVID-19 outbreak, and much more.
Purchase/Stream Chapter 1: Monarchy: smarturl.it/ChapterIMonarchy
2020-04-1550 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #211: Jennie Skulander – Lead Vocalist of the New Zealand Metal Band ‘Devilskin’, New Album RED Available NowThe guest for this episode is Jennie Skulander, lead vocalist of the New Zealand metal band Devilskin. The four-piece band formed in 2010 released their fourth studio album RED this past Friday. During our talk, Jennie Skulander shared with us the making of RED, her upbringing in music including previously fronting the band Slipping Tongue, the culture in New Zealand, and so much more.
Purchase / Stream RED: snd.click/devilskinRED
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Web: devilskin.co.nz
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2020-04-0735 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #210: C2E2 Day 2 – S.L. Huang (Author of Zero Sum Game, Null Set, Critical Point), Kami Garcia & Jason Badower (Author and Artists of D.C. Black Label’s Joker/Harley: Criminal Sanity)On this episode, we go back to my second day at this year’s C2E2 convention in Chicago and you get hear my talks with first, bestselling author S.L. Huang, who is about to release her new book Critical Point. Then after that, I talk to the team behind D.C. Black Label’s Joker/Harley: Criminal Sanity, writer Kami Garcia and artist Jason Badower.
Along with being a bestselling author, S.L. Huang has a math degree from MIT and is a weapons expert and professional stuntwoman who has worked in Hollywood on Battlestar Gala...
2020-04-0537 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #209: C2E2 Day 1 – Tom Bilyeu & Michael Moreci (Impact Theory’s “Hexagon” Comic Book) and Rita Woods (Author of “Remembrance”)This is episode features a couple of interviews done on the first day of this year’s C2E2 convention in Chicago from February 28th – March 1st. First up is my chat with award winning writer Michael Moreci and Impact Theory founder and co-founder of Quest Nutrition, Tom Bilyeu, talking about the release of the sci-fi comic book series Hexagon. Moreci is known for comics titles like Wasted Space, The Plot, Roche Limit, Archangel 8, and Curse. Hexagon is a nostalgic coming of age story reminiscent of the Last Starfighter, coupled with epic Star Wars like galaxy adventures. It’s the se...
2020-04-0233 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #208: Juri Jinnai aka Emergency Tiara – Tokyo-born/NYC-based Artist, Art Pop/Doo Wop Experimental Project, New Album Unsophisticated Circus Available NowThe guest for this episode is Tokyo-born/NYC-based artist, Juri Jinnai, the woman behind the art pop/doo wop experiment Emergency Tiara, who released her album Unsophisticated Circus last Fall. We talked about the new album, Japanese culture, gender identity, her artistic upbringing, the visuals of her projects, touring with The Go-Go’s Belinda Carlisle, reading books, and so much more. Since doing this interview, we have become good friends and continue to keep in touch. She is such a joy to have as a friend.
Follow Emergency Tiara:
Official Web Site/Store: emergencytiara.squarespace.com
2020-03-2738 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #207: Zuberoa Aznáres & Gorka Elso of the Classically-Inspired Spanish Metal Band ‘Diabulus in Musica’, New Album Euphonic Entropy Available NowThe guests for this episode are Zuberoa Aznáres and Gorka Elso of the classically-inspired Spanish metal band Diabulus in Musica, who have a new album Euphonic Entropy available now via Napalm Records. During our chat, we talked about the inspirations behind the new album including the birth of their second child. We also go into their family traditions and how that goes into their music, along with the song “Otoi”, which features lyrics entirely in the Basque language. They share a lot of historical knowledge about their homeland, language, and their families in this interview that was incredibly inter...
2020-03-2540 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #206: Dirk Scharsich aka Danger Dirk 3000, Guitarist of Ninja-Themed Power Metal Band ‘Victorius’, New Album Space Ninjas From Hell Available NowThe guest for this episode is Dirk Scharsich aka Danger Dirk 3000, guitarist of ninja-themed Power Metal band Victorius, new album Space Ninjas From Hell available now via Napalm Records. The band combines ancient Samurai stories and intergalactic mystery. During our chat, Dirk shares with us the making of Space Ninja From Hell with all if its Japanese myths and bold anthems about the most intergalactic space adventure, along with his love of Batman.
Purchase/Stream Space Ninjas From Hell: smarturl.it/SpaceNinjasFromHell
Follow Victorius:
Web: victoriusmetal.net
Facebook: facebook.com/victoriusmetal
Instagram...
2020-03-2424 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #205: Astronomicon 3 Episode with Detroit Red Wings Hockey Great Darren McCarty and Troma Entertainment's Lloyd KaufmanFor this episode, we have a couple of interviews from this year’s Astronomicon pop culture convention in Sterling Heights, Michigan. First up, we chat with Detroit Red Wings hockey great Darren McCarty and talk about his experiences at Astronomicon, along with his appearances on Hardcore Pawn and diving into the marijuana industry. And then we talk with film director, producer, screenwriter, and actor, Lloyd Kaufman, co-founder of Troma Entertainment and director of classics like The Toxic Avenger and Tromeo and Juliet. He shares with us information about the new Troma streaming service along with all sorts of Troma no...
2020-03-2224 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #204: Ruthy Froch – Currently Plays the Role of Hodel in the Touring Production of Fiddler On The Roof, Limited Engagement at The Fisher Theatre in Detroit from March 10th – 15thThe guest for this episode is Ruthy Froch, who is currently playing the role of Hodel on the touring production of Fiddler On The Roof and also the creator of the web series (im)mature. As a Jewish woman , Froch shares with us the importance of the story told in Fiddler along with her family’s reactions to her getting the role and her connection to Judaism. We also get into traveling as a part of Fiddler and her great use of Instagram, along with her web series (im)mature that she created.
Fiddler On The Roof co...
2020-03-0950 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #203: GosT – Metal Synthwave Producer, New Album Valediction, Currently on European Tour with SVART CROWNThe guest for this episode is metal synthwave producer GosT, who released his newest album Valediction via Century Media Records late last year. GosT is currently bringing Valediction in its entirety along with some of the older favorites throughout their European tour along with SVART CROWN. For this album, GosT embodies the character of Baalberith, channeling his fascination with the occult, John Carpenter and 80s slasher flicks, along announced the addition of the Carreau character, who will join Baalberith live on stage. During our chat, we talked about the new album and the live show, and what goes into...
2020-03-0927 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #202: Christopher Wayne of The Naked Magicians, Playing The Music Hall in Detroit March 6th & 7th on their 2020 USA TourThe guest for this episode is Christopher Wayne, one half of the Australian duo The Naked Magicians. Having toured around the world along with residencies in Las Vegas and London’s West End, Wayne along with his partner Mike Tyler, have created one of the funniest and naughtiest magic shows, that even included an appearance on America’s Got Talent. During our chat, Christopher Wayne shared with us how this show got started and all of its naughty bits, along with his upbringing. Plus, since he’s Australian, we had to talk about their obsession with coffee and how terrib...
2020-03-0632 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #201: Caitlin Lester-Sams – Playing the Role of Mrs. Bucket in the touring musical Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Limited Engagement at Detroit Opera House from Feb 18-March 1The guest for this episode is Caitlin Lester-Sams, who currently plays the role of Mrs. Bucket in the touring production of Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. As a fellow Michigander and graduate of Western Michigan University with a BFA, Caitlin shares with us some of her best memories of growing up in Michigan, along with how she began her journey in theater. We also talk about her experiences with Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and much more, along with how great she is on Instagram.
Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory comes to t...
2020-02-1847 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #200: Monoxide from the Detroit Horrorcore Duo Known as Twiztid, Astronomicon Pop Culture Convention February 7th-9th in Sterling Heights, MIFor the final installment of Astronomicon week on Fresh is the Word, we have one of the men behind it all, Monoxide from the Detroit horrorcore duo Twiztid. During our chat, we talked about what we have in store for the third year of Astronomicon, what he’s learned so far about doing a pop culture convention, his hopes for the future, and some of his favorite moments. We also get a sneak peak into what Funko Pops he’s bringing and a lot more! Astronomicon 3 is finally here!
Monoxide of Twiztid will be one of many gues...
2020-02-0739 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #199: David Howard Thornton – Art The Clown from the Horror Film Terrifier, Guest at Astronomicon Pop Culture Convention February 7th-9th in Sterling Heights, MIMore Astronomicon this episode with David Howard Thornton, who plays Art The Clown from the horror film Terrifier. During out conversation, we talked about his role as Art the Clown in Terrifier, what all went into preparing for the role, and what we can expect for the sequel Terrifier 2, which is filming now. Plus, we get into doing conventions and his experience in musical theater.
David Howard Thornton will be one of many guests at the Astronomicon pop culture convention going down at the Wyndham Garden Hotel in Sterling Heights, MI on February 7th-9th. Thornton will...
2020-02-0627 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #198: Ming Chen – AMC’s Comic Book Men, Co-Founder of A Shared Universe PodcaStudio, Guest at Astronomicon Pop Culture Convention February 7th-9th in Sterling Heights, MIMore Astronomicon this episode with the return of Ming Chen to Fresh is the Word! During our conversation, we talk about the world of podcasting and all the opportunities it gives us, whats going on at his A Shared Universe PodcaStudio in New Jersey, his experiences at Astronomicon and who he is excited to see this time around.
Ming Chen will be one of many guests at the Astronomicon pop culture convention going down at the Wyndham Garden Hotel in Sterling Heights, MI on February 7th-9th. Chen will be around all weekend doing photo ops, panels...
2020-02-0552 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #197: Bill Moseley – House of 1000 Corpses, The Devil’s Rejects , 3 From Hell, Chop Top from The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2, Astronomicon Pop Culture Convention February 7th-9th in MichiganIt’s Astronomicon week! The guest for this episode is Bill Moseley, actor and musician who starred in numerous cult classic horror films, including House of 1000 Corpses, Repo! The Genetic Opera and The Devil’s Rejects . His first big role was in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 as Chop Top.
During our conversation, we talked about his upcoming appearance at Astronomicon and attending the convention the past two years, along with Chop Top photo op in full costume. He also shared stories of landing his first major role as Chop Top, along with his role in Repo! The Gene...
2020-02-0432 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #196: James Delisco Beeks – Playing Judas in the Re-imagined 50th Anniversary Tour of Jesus Christ Superstar Hitting The Detroit Opera House, February 4th-9thThe guest for this episode is James Delisco Beeks, who is currently playing the role of Judas in the 50th Anniversary tour of Jesus Christ Superstar. He previously played on Broadway musicals such as Kinky Boots, Aida, Ragtime, and Smokey Joe’s Cafe. James is also an author with published poems and currently working on his new book entitled HisStory, and also recently re-release his music single “Lock You In”, available for download on all online streaming services and his website jamesdbeeks.com .
During our chat, we talked about landing the Judas role in Jesus Christ Superstar and th...
2020-02-0325 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #195: Joel Christian Gill – Author/Illustrator of Graphic Memoir Fights: One Boy’s Triumph Over ViolenceThe guest for this episode is cartoonist, educator, and author, Joel Christian Gill, writer and illustrator of Fights: One Boy’s Triumph Over Violence. Fights is a gripping memoir of the author’s upbringing fighting through the abuse from the people he encountered starting in his early childhood. It touched on so many forms of abuse and how he had to fight is way out of it all. It’s also about how to break that cycle of abuse from your own people and the people that should care about you and have your back.
During our conver...
2020-02-0352 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #194: Yvette d’Entremont – Co-Host of the Two Girls, One Mic: The Porncast Porn Review PodcastThe guest for this episode is Yvette d’Entremont, co-host of the OG porn review podcast Two Girls, One Mic: The Porncast (along with Episode #175 guest Alice Vaughn). She also runs the blog, SciBabe, dedicated to clearing up misinformation about science, health, and nutrition. She also has a B.A. in theatre, a B.S. in chemistry, and a master’s degree in forensic science, along with being a contributing writer at The Outline and a columnist at SELF. Her writing and public speaking aims to educate consumers and debunk common misconceptions and misinformation about alternative medicine, nutrition, conspiracy theo...
2020-01-301h 51
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #193: Theresa Thorn – Co-Host of One Bad Mother Podcast, Author of It Feels Good to Be Yourself: A Book About Gender IdentityThe guest for this episode is Theresa Thorn, co-host of the parenting humor podcast One Bad Mother and the co-author of You’re Doing a Great Job! 100 Ways You’re Winning at Parenting. Along with illustrations by Noah Grigni, Theresa also wrote her first book for children, It Feels Good to Be Yourself: A Book About Gender Identity, a straightforward exploration of gender identity to give children a fuller understanding of themselves and others.
As I detailed in my recent essay about discovering my own identity (LINK), Theresa’s recent appearance on Alison Rosen’s podcast telling her own...
2020-01-2836 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #192: Nick Fradiani – 2015 American Idol Winner, Now Playing Lorenzo in the National Touring Production of A Bronx Tale: The Musical, Playing Detroit’s Fisher Theatre Starting January 21stThe guest for this episode is Nick Fradiani, who you might know as the 2015 winner of American Idol, but it now playing the role of Lorenzo in the national touring production of A Bronx Tale: The Musical. Since his time on American Idol, Nick released his debut solo project, Hurricane, in 2016 along with a follow-up EP in 2017, Where We Left Off. Nick’s latest release is the single “Must Be Another Way”, available now on all digital platforms. During our conversation, Nick shared how he got the role of Lorenzo, his transition into musical theater, his experience on American Idol...
2020-01-2025 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #191: Zehra Fazal – Voice Actress/Comedian, Known for Voicing Roles on She-Ra, Voltron: Legendary Defender, Young Justice: Outsiders, Lost in Space, Call of Duty, Apex Legends, and BorderlandsThe guest for this episode voice actress and comedian Zehra Fazal, known for various voicing roles such as Nadia Rizavi in Voltron: Legendary Defender, Halo in Young Justice: Outsiders, Jupiter/Resolute Spaceship in the Netflix original Lost in Space, Mara in She-Ra and the Princesses of Power, and Pocahontas and Boudica in Adam Ruins Everything, along with voicing on video games like Call of Duty, Apex Legends, and Borderlands. Watch her animation reel here.
Recorded at the Grand Rapids Comic Con, we talked about life as a Muslim-American Pakistani woman and the type of stories she would...
2020-01-1531 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #190: Samantha Ireland – Actress/Filmmaker, Nora Valkyrie on RWBY (Recorded at the Grand Rapids Comic Con)The guest for this episode is actress, filmmaker, and voice-actor Samantha Ireland, most known for her role voicing Nora Valkyrie on the popular anime RWBY along with other roles through Rooster Teeth Productions, along with projects ranging from films, TV shows, web series and video games. Recorded at the Grand Rapids Comic Con, we talked about the roles she has been known for and how she got into the entertainment field, the importance of community and referral support, allies in the business for women and people of color, the stories she wants to see being told, being a mother...
2020-01-0623 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #189: Ellen Stagg photographs naked ladies in an uninhibited, playful manner, her new book More Dirty Girls Having Fun is available now (NSFW)The guest for this episode is photographer Ellen Stagg, who recently released her newest photo book More Dirty Girls Having Fun via Goliath Books. It’s a beautiful book and through the camera lens, Ellen Stagg was able to create a fun environment and capture these women uninhibited throughout the 300+ images featured. During our conversation, Stagg shares her motivation in photographing naked ladies, the diversity she strived for in this book, the artistry of her work, and the business side of working with these women. Also, she shared her recovery from Lyme Disease and offered a lot of great in...
2019-12-181h 10
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #188: Katherine Goldstein – Creator/Host of The Double Shift, a podcast reporting stories about a new generation of working momsThe guest for this episode is award-winning journalist and media entrepreneur, Katherine Goldstein. In 2017, she created and also hosts The Double Shift podcast, a show that uses storytelling to fundamentally transform how society sees mothers and how we see ourselves in order to achieve greater parity for women in all aspects of society. She’s also the creator of The F*ck Mom Guilt World Tour, which promotes and discusses themes from the show, with successful, sold out events in NYC, Durham, NC, and the Bay Area. Now in Season 2 of The Double Shift, the theme is “The Revolution Begi...
2019-12-1148 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #187: Christina “Steenz” Stewart is an award winning comics cartoonist, editor, and professor that loves K-Pop!The guest for this episode is Christina "Steenz" Stewart, St. Louis-based Eisner/Dwayne McDuffie Award winning cartoonist, comics editor and educator, and co-creator of the graphic novel Archival Quality. She also contributed to the music themed horror anthology Dead Beats released via A Wave Blue World.
Steenz shared her experience going to see the K-Pop group TWICE live in Chicago which turned into more talk about our favorite K-Pop groups and all the great music we listen to. She also shared her experience teaching comics and all the transferable skills that it actually has to other jobs...
2019-11-1854 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #186: Keith Randolph Smith plays Doub in August Wilson’s Jitney coming to The Music Hall in Detroit November 12-16The guest for this episode of actor Keith Randolph Smith, who is currently plays Doub on the touring cast of August Wilson's Jitney. Directed by Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Jitney was the 2017 Tony Award winner for Best Revival of a Play.
Set in the early 1970s, Jitney follows a group of men trying to hustle out a living by driving unlicensed cabs, or jitneys. When the city threatens to shut them down, emotions flare and you see the fragility of their relationships.
During our interview, Keith Randolph Smith shares how he got cast as Doub, how this story...
2019-11-1146 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #185: Jackie Von Spanks is a Pin-Up Girl and also does Horror and Pin-Up IllustrationsWho's our guest?
Jackie Von Spanks, is a pin-up girl and an illustrator. Her work is based on mid century and pin-up inspirations which she reinterprets her favorite characters from movies, tv, comics, horror, scifi and fantasy culture. She recently launched her Selling for Introverts show on YouTube, helping introverted artists get out of their bubble and into the art world.
Follow Jackie Von Spanks:
Web: jlhillustration.com
Instagram: instagram.com/jackievonspanks
Instagram: instagram.com/JLH_illustration
Facebook: facebook.com/jacquelinehelwigillustration
Etsy: etsy.me/2Aw8KXx
Society6: society6.com/jlhillustration
2019-11-0453 min
Renaissance SoulRenaissance Soul Podcast Trailer - Words From a Few FriendsRenaissance Soul was originally a Detroit hip hop website started in 2001 by your host Kelly "K-Fresh" Frazier that first centered around the discography of legendary producer Jay Dee aka J. Dilla before it branched out to all Detroit hip-hop and music. In many cases, Renaissance Soul was the first place you heard many Detroit music artists that you love today. With it's revival as a podcast, each episode will focus on specific topics (an album, an era, a legacy, etc) from Detroit music of all genres from the past and present from a historical perspective.
To start t...
2019-10-2507 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #184: Stephanie Phillips is a Professor of Technical Writing and Wrote the Comic Books Descendent and Devil Within, Currently Writing Butcher of ParisWho's our guest?
Stephanie Phillips who a comic book writer living in Buffalo, NY that has worked with Top Cow/Image Comics, Dark Horse Comics, AfterShock Comics, Black Mask Studios, Ominous Press, and more. Recent titles include Kicking Ice (Ominous Press), Descendent (AfterShock Comics) and Devil Within (Black Mask Studios), and is currently writing Butcher of Paris (Dark Horse Comics) with issue #1 slated for a December 1st release. Aside from comics, Stephanie is a professor of technical writing at the University at Buffalo and completing a PhD in rhetoric and writing.
Why should you care?
Stephanie...
2019-10-2553 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #183: Troy-Jeffrey Allen From Diamond Comics Distributor Wants To Tell You About The Importance Of Pre-Ordering Comic Books At Your Local Comic Book ShopWho's our guest?
Troy-Jeffrey Allen, who is a comic book writer and a member of the Consumer Marketing department for Diamond Comics Distributors. You might have seen him in the PREVIEWSworld Weekly videos on YouTube, along with being a contributing writer for a variety of online publications, a co-creator over at Rexco Comics, and he is also in charge of marketing for Urban Action Showcase.
Why should you care?
Troy-Jeffrey Allen shares with us best avenues for reaching comic buyers and about the importance of pre-ordering through comic shops. We talk about how the comics business...
2019-10-131h 21
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #182: Joe Corallo Wrote The Comic Book She Said Destroy While Liana Kangas Drew ItWho's our guest?
Joe Corallo, comic book writer and editor. Corallo co-created and wrote the comic book She Said Destroy along with comic artist Liana Kangas, which ended it's five-issue run via Vault Comics last week. Corallo also organized/co-edited the Eisner nominated/Ringo winning Mine!, editing the GLAAD nominated Oh S#!t It's Kim & Kim, and co-edited Dead Beats via A Wave Blue World.
Why should you care?
Joe Corallo shares with us the story about how She Said Destroy was created and the artistic collaboration with Liana Kangas. We also get into Dead Beats...
2019-10-1057 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #181: PRIZM – Dallas-Based Synthwave Duo Signed to FiXT NeonWho's our guest?
The Dallas-based synthwave duo of Krisluv and Danni James known as PRIZM! They released their self-titled debut EP earlier in 2019 where it would soon catch some buzz around the synthwave world and later lead to their signing with the independent synthwave label FiXT Neon. The pair continue to work in the studio with pretty much the third member of PRIZM, producer and songwriter Geoff Rockwell and recently released a new single "We Were Young", along with a feature on the Fury Weekend track "Escape From Neon City".
PURCHASE/STREAM EP: fanlink.to/prizm
2019-10-0356 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #180: Kiana June Weber – Fiddle Player in Come From Away Musical Coming to the Fisher Theatre in Detroit, Formerly in BARRAGE and GAELIC STORMWho's our guest?
Kiana June Weber, a classically trained, Celtic fiddler born and raised in Chelsea, Michigan and attended the University of Michigan where she studied violin with Stephen Shipps. She previously performed with the violin-based ensemble Barrage and the Celtic band Gaelic Storm. Currently, Kiana June Weber plays the fiddle on the touring company of the Broadway musical Come From Away.
Why should you care?
Kiana June Weber shares with us her experiences with Come From Away, a musical based on a true story of 7,000 passengers diverted to a small town in Newfoundland for five...
2019-09-3035 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #179: Josh Smith – Guitarist for Australian Metalcore Band NORTHLANE, New Album Alien Available Now (Recorded at Saint Andrews Hall in Detroit)FOLLOW/STREAM FRESH IS THE WORD ONLINE: linktr.ee/freshisthewordpodcast
Who's our guest?
Josh Smith, guitarist for Australian metalcore band Northlane, who recently released their new album Alien via UNFD Central. The interview was recorded at Saint Andrews Hall in Detroit during the North American leg of their Alien World Tour with Erra, Currents, and Crystal Lake.
Why should you care?
During our interview, we get a glimpse into the process and the inspirations behind the writing and recording of Alien, along with how Northlane continues to evolve as a band. We also get...
2019-09-2332 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #178: Joe Zanetti - Feature Film Directorial Debut With Conspiracy Thriller KILLBIRDFOLLOW/STREAM FRESH IS THE WORD ONLINE: linktr.ee/freshisthewordpodcast
Who's our guest?
Joe Zanetti, who is making his feature film directorial debut with the movie KILLBIRD. Zanetti has produced and directed a number of critically acclaimed short films, including The Chase and The Slumber Party, and has a number of feature films in development, including Lex Talionis (Samaco Films & Synergetic Distribution), HAX and Relapse (Earth Orbit Productions & Frozen Fish Productions). Zanetti also has worked in the video games industry with companies such as Scopely, Capcom, Ubisoft and Warner Brothers, including the hit Warner Bros titles Batman...
2019-09-1239 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #177: Anastasia Lin – Former Miss World Canada, Human Rights Activist, Subject of New Documentary “Badass Beauty Queen: The Story of Anastasia Lin”FOLLOW/STREAM FRESH IS THE WORD ONLINE: linktr.ee/freshisthewordpodcast
Who's our guest?
Anastasia Lin, subject of a new documentary called Badass Beauty Queen: The Story of Anastasia Lin. Anastasia Lin is an award-winning actress, former Miss World Canada and human rights activist, and has appeared in over 20 films and television productions. She often works at the confluence of activism and acting, playing roles that carry messages of freedom, human rights, and ethics. As a model, she’s made appearances on runways around the world, including the New York Fashion Week show at the prestigious Waldorf-Astoria.
2019-09-1145 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #176: David McLane – Creator of GLOW Wrestling and WOW Wrestling, Second Season of WOW on AXS TV Each Saturday at 8pE/5pPFOLLOW/STREAM FRESH IS THE WORD ONLINE: linktr.ee/freshisthewordpodcast
Who's our guest?
David McLane, creator of GLOW (Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling) and WOW-Women Of Wrestling. GLOW has recently had a bit of a renaissance with the popular Netflix TV series based on the women's wrestling promotion founded in 1986. WOW Wrestling, originally started in 2000 along with a relaunch in 2012, is owned by David McLane and Los Angeles Lakers owner and president Jeanie Buss. WOW inked a deal with AXS TV in June 2018 for a weekly show a part of the AXS TV Fights roster and just started...
2019-09-1029 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #175: Alice Vaughn - Creator of Offensive Crayons, Co-Host of Two Girls, One Mic: The PorncastWho's our guest?
Alice Vaughn co-host of the comedy podcast Two Girls One Mic: The Porncast and the (in)famous creator of Offensive Crayons. On Two Girls, One Mic, which started in August 2018, Vaughn along with her co-host Yvette d'Entremont, share their mutual love of passing judgment on the many plot lines of hardcore porn, are bring the funny back to comedy as they help destroy society’s perception – and prejudices – about adult films in a playful way. With Offensive Crayons, Vaughn created an adults-only box of crayons for the wildly artistic with a healthy sense of humor – with names li...
2019-08-291h 13
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #174: Pat Shand - Comic, Novel, Play, Film Writer, "Snap Flash Hustle" on Black Mask, "Destiny NY" on Space Between, "Destiny NY: Short Stories" Campaign Now on KickstarterFOLLOW/STREAM FRESH IS THE WORD ONLINE: linktr.ee/freshisthewordpodcast
Who's our guest?
Pat Shand is a writer and content creator. He is the co-creator and writer of Destiny NY, Snap Flash Hustle, Afterglow, Spooky Girls, Prison Witch, Gangster Ass Barista, Breathless Little Girl, Modern Dread, and more. He has also worked on comics such as Joss Whedon’s Angel, Adventure Time, and Robyn Hood. He has released four novels, all original stories in the Marvel universe: Guardians of the Galaxy: Space Riot, Iron Man: Mutually Assured Destruction, Avengers: The Serpent Society, and Thor: Crusade of th...
2019-08-211h 01
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #173: Alex Lee - Japan-Based Pro Wrestler, Trained by Lance Storm, Most Known in Sendai Girls, OZ Academy, REINAThe guest for this episode is Japan-based freelance pro wrestler Alex Lee. She got her start training under former WCW and WWE wrestler Lance Storm at his Storm Wrestling Academy in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. As we will talk about in this episode, Alex Lee details how she got interested in wrestling transitioning from a bank job and her time learning from Storm, along with her journey in wrestling from WWE's developmental promotion FCW to her past seven years in Japan in promotions like REINA, OZ Academy, and Sendai Girls. We also talk about the history of Joshi and what its...
2019-08-041h 18
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #172: Emily Pearson - Comic Book Artist for "The Wilds", "Snap Flash Hustle", "Bonding"The guest for this episode is California comic book artist Emily Pearson, who has done illustration for the following titles: Calexit: Emmie X, The Devil Within, Sweet/Vicious, The Wilds, Snap Flash Hustle from Black Mask Studios, Going to the Chapel from Action Lab, High Priestess by Rees Finlay, Sprouting and Other Tales of Curiosity by Asa Wheatley and many more. Pearson is currently working on the comic book Bonding with previous guest Matthew Erman.
During our chat, we talked about her artistic style, her creative process, Snap Flash Hustle, communication between collaborators, her upbringing, and much more.
2019-07-2840 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #171: Ron Marz - Comic Book Writer, Known for "Green Lantern", "Silver Surfer", and "Witchblade", Currently Writing "Turok" for DynamiteThe guest for this episode is comic book writer Ron Marz, known for his work on titles such as Batman/Aliens, DC vs. Marvel, Green Lantern, Silver Surfer, and Witchblade. Marz is currently writing Turok on Dynamite Entertainment.
During our chat, we talked a little baseball, writing on one title for an extended period of time, his writing process, what makes a good creative team, his upbringing, how he broke into comics through Jim Starlin, taking over Silver Surfer from Jim Starlin, and much more.
Each episode, the guest is asked to suggest someone from their...
2019-07-2158 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #170: Derrick Vella - Guitarist of Toronto Death Metal Band 'Tomb Mold', New Album "Planetary Clairvoyance" Out Now Via 20 Buck Spin (Recorded at The Sanctuary in Detroit)The guest for this episode is Derrick Vella, guitarist of the Toronto death metal band Tomb Mold, who have a new album Planetary Clairvoyance out now via 20 Buck Spin. This interview was recorded when Tomb Mold stopped at The Sanctuary in Detroit during their recent tour with Superstition. During our chat, we talked about the origins of the band, their new album, how they gained their fan base, and the Toronto music scene, among much more.
Each episode, the guest is asked to suggest someone from their life/career that should be on Fresh is the Word that...
2019-07-2025 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #169: Marie Enger - St. Louis-Based Comic Artist and Illustrator, "Casket Land", "FHTAGN & LOATHING"The guest for this episode is St. Louis-based comic book artist and illustrator Marie Enger. Enger is known for such titles as FHTAGN & LOATHING and Casket Land and a member of the HEK Studios collective.
This was easily one of the funnest interviews I've done for Fresh is the Word. During our chat, we talked about moshing to get out stress and going to concerts, her artistic crisis, her bird who you could hear in the background throughout the interview and various animal poop, working a variety of projects, bad behavior, the importance of a community of...
2019-07-171h 35
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #168: Connie Han - Los Angeles-Based Jazz Pianist, New Album "Crime Zone" Out Now on Mack Avenue Music Group, Performing at Detroit Jazz Fest 2019On Fresh is the Word, we like to deliver wisdom through great stories from the minds of bright creatives of pop culture. Through those stories, we like to dissect the journey of our guests and present actionable lessons and advice for our listeners no matter what career or avenue of artistry they pursue.
The guest for this episode is Los Angeles-based jazz pianist Connie Han. Her latest album, Crime Zone, was released last fall on the Detroit-based Mack Avenue Music Group to rave reviews. Still in her early 20s, Han combines ideals from both traditional and modern jazz...
2019-07-1536 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #167: Kid Koala & JonJon - "Floor Kids" Video Game (Recorded at Toronto Comic Arts Festival - TCAF 2019)On Fresh is the Word, we like to deliver wisdom through great stories from the minds of bright creatives of pop culture. Through those stories, we like to dissect the journey of our guests and present actionable lessons and advice for our listeners no matter what career or avenue of artistry they pursue.
The guests for this episode are world-renowned scratch DJ/producer Kid Koala and award-winning animator and breakdancer JonJon, recorded at this year's Toronto Comic Arts Festival (TCAF), in which they were presenting their Floor Kids video game. Floor Kids is a new breakdance battle game...
2019-07-1148 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #166: Flowdan – UK Grime Emcee, Roll Deep Crew, New Solo Album “Full Metal Jacket” Out Now on Tru ThoughtsOn Fresh is the Word, we like to deliver wisdom through great stories from the minds of bright creatives of pop culture. Through those stories, we like to dissect the journey of our guests and present actionable lessons and advice for our listeners no matter what career or avenue of artistry they pursue.
The guest for this episode is UK grime emcee Flowdan, who is one of the founding members of UK grime crew Roll Deep. Recently, Flowdan released his newest solo album Full Metal Jacket via Tru Thoughts featuring heavy production from the likes of Plastician, Filthy...
2019-07-0929 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #165: Mark Slaughter - Lead Vocalist/Guitarist of Hard Rock Band 'Slaughter', Previously Vocalist of 'Vinnie Vincent Invasion', Composer, Voice ActorOn Fresh is the Word, we like to deliver wisdom through great stories from the minds of bright creatives of pop culture. Through those stories, we like to dissect the journey of our guests and present actionable lessons and advice for our listeners no matter what career or avenue of artistry they pursue.
The guest for this episode is Mark Slaughter, lead singer and guitarist of the hard rock band Slaughter and previously the frontman for the Vinnie Vincent Invasion. Slaughter also works as a voice-over actor and composes music for television, movies and sports outlets, along with...
2019-07-0851 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #164: Lisa Sterle & Matthew Erman - Co-Creators of Comic Book "Long Lost"On Fresh is the Word, we like to deliver wisdom through great stories from the minds of bright creatives of pop culture. Through those stories, we like to dissect the journey of our guests and present actionable lessons and advice for our listeners no matter what career or avenue of artistry they pursue.
The guests for this episode are comic book artist/illustrator Lisa Sterle and writer Matthew Erman. This husband and wife duo are co-creators of the series Long Lost, which has been optioned by writer Jenny Klein for development into a TV show. Sterle also is...
2019-06-261h 04
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #163: Jenn St-Onge - Comic Book Artist/Illustrator, Dynamite's "Nancy Drew", IDW's "Jem & The Misfits", Image's "Bingo Love"On Fresh is the Word, we like to deliver wisdom through great stories from the minds of bright creatives of pop culture. Through those stories, we like to dissect the journey of our guests and present actionable lessons and advice for our listeners no matter what career or avenue of artistry they pursue.
The guest for this episode is Canadian comic book artist/illustrator and self proclaimed "Bisexual Comics Cat Mom™", Jenn St-Onge. St-Onge is known for her work on series like Dynamite's Nancy Drew, IDW's Jem & The Misfits, and Image's Bingo Love, along with a selection of co...
2019-06-2556 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #162: Justine Jones - Lead Vocalist for U.K. Post-Hardcore Band 'Employed To Serve', New Album "Eternal Forward Motion" Out NowOn Fresh is the Word, we like to deliver wisdom through great stories from the minds of bright creatives of pop culture. Through those stories, we like to dissect the journey of our guests and present actionable lessons and advice for our listeners no matter what career or avenue of artistry they pursue.
The guest for this episode is Justine Jones, lead vocalist for the U.K. post-hardcore band Employed To Serve, who released their latest album Eternal Forward Motion earlier this year via Spinefarm Records. Jones is also the label manager for Holy Roar Records along with...
2019-06-2453 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #161: Alethea Van Holland & Jaxon Joubert - Creators of the Comic Series "Bad Luck" Published by Inbeon StudiosOn Fresh is the Word, we like to deliver wisdom through great stories from the minds of bright creatives of pop culture. Through those stories, we like to dissect the journey of our guests and present actionable lessons and advice for our listeners no matter what career or avenue of artistry they pursue.
The guests for this episode are Alethea Van Holland and Jaxon Joubert, creators of the comic series Bad Luck, published by Inbeon Studios.
Bad Luck is a dark comedy/supernatural series set in an alternate 1950's America, witches, demons, and magic are real...
2019-06-201h 16
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #160: Ness Lee & Vivek Shraya - "Death Threat" Spotlight Panel at Toronto Comic Arts Festival 2019On Fresh is the Word, we like to deliver wisdom through great stories from the minds of bright creatives of pop culture. Through those stories, we like to dissect the journey of our guests and present actionable lessons and advice for our listeners no matter what career or avenue of artistry they pursue.
This episode features the spotlight panel that your Fresh is the Word host Kelly "K-Fresh" Frazier moderated at the Toronto Comic Arts Festival 2019 (TCAF 2019) with Vivek Shraya and Ness Lee about their book Death Threat, released via Arsenal Pulp Press. Vivek Shraya is an artist...
2019-06-1956 min
True Opinion PodcastThe Long Overdue End of R. KellyIn this episode we go over the darkness of R. Kelly and how black women are truly unprotected even from black men.
2019-01-191h 02
So, Here's the Thing: A podcast about life, love, and all that other shit!The R Kelly (I Mean Ripple) EffectIn this episode I discuss the recent Lifetime docuseries regarding R. Kelly and the effect it is having on our community.
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Javon A. Frazier
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2019-01-0422 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #73: Pursuit Grooves - Talking about her new album and her beginnings in music and moreIn this episode, your host Kelly “K-Fresh” Frazier interviews the Toronto-based soul/electronic music producer Pursuit Grooves. We dive back to her beginnings as a music artist, her childhood, how she’s progressed a music artist, and her creative avenues outside of music, along with her new album Felt Armour, available now.
This is also the first episode where we try out something new in each interview done for Fresh is the Word. At the end of each interview, I close out with the same question that I give to them ahead of time to think about it. Basically, they are re...
2018-03-1958 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #72: Dabrye - Talking about the new album and the history behind the Dabrye monikerEPISODE #72: DABRYE – IN THIS EPISODE:
Fresh is the Word is back after a six month (sorry!) hiatus with brand new episodes. For the first episode back, your host Kelly “K-Fresh” Frazier talks to Ann Arbor, Michigan-based electronic music producer Tadd Mullinix. Under his hip-hop project alias Dabrye, he recently released his new album Three/Three on Ghostly International, the final installment of his album trilogy which started in 2001 with One/Three and is the first Dabrye full-length since 2006’s Two/Three. On this episode, we talk about the history of the Dabrye moniker along with how he was able to wade the...
2018-03-1058 min
Fresh Is The WordEpisode #9: Tribute To Lemmy of Motörhead (Archived Interview)Welcome to this bonus episode of Fresh Is The Word as a small tribute to Motörhead’s Lemmy Kilmister as he passed away on December 28th, days after his 70th birthday on Christmas Eve. I was lucky enough to interview Lemmy recently, so I wanted to present the audio from that interview. This interview was done over the phone back in September 2015 just after Motörhead’s Detroit show at The Fillmore. I covered the show for Huffington Post Detroit. Its not that long of an interview but there was definitely some funny parts to it. Rest In Peace Lemmy...
2015-12-2516 min