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Female Frequency PodcastMetaphor for Social Structure with Carol MilneI've always looked at Carol Milne's sculptures through a feminist lens, and I'm thrilled that I've had the opportunity to curate a show featuring her incredible work. As Carol says, "I see my knitted work as a metaphor for social structure." 🎙️ On today's Female Frequency Podcast, we welcome an artist sculpting unity, the lone ranger of knitted glass—Carol Milne. In this episode, Carol and I dive into the story behind Krista Suh, co-founder of the Pussy Hat Project—a global feminist icon and why is is wearing one of Carol's commissions! We also discuss what we've...
2025-02-2559 min
In The CardsIntroducing...Henry VWith the recent death of his father, King Henry IV, the young Henry V must live down his wild past and prove himself capable of ruling a restless kingdom. With the encouragement of his advisors, Lords Canterbury and Ely, Henry advances a dubious claim to the throne of France based on his ancestry and on a questionable interpretation of arcane land laws. The Prince of France, known as the Dauphin, responds to Henry’s claim by sending him a treasure chest full of tennis balls. Henry, furious, tells his troops and nobles to prepare for war....
2025-01-3128 min
Making a Scene PresentsBarbara Cohen and Perrin Post are Making a SceneMaking a Scene Present an Interview with Barbara Cohen and Perrin Post on PROTEST - A Revolutionary Rock OpusPROTEST pays tribute to the Women Activists who have made a substantial impact on their communities, politics, and the world!PAYING TRIBUTE TO:Alice Paul (Suffragist)Jane Fonda (Vietnam)Diane Nash (Civil Rights)Greta Thunberg (Climate)Stacey Abrams (Voting Rights)Marsha P. Johnson (LGBTQ Rights)Malala Yousafzai (Female Education)Dolores Huerta (United Farm Workers)Emma Gonzalez (Parkland Gun...
2024-08-261h 22
Lifestyle of the Weird and InterestingEP 06 - Grief & Loss
"Whatever you do for your own healing, you do for every person in your family who came before you, and everyone who comes after."
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Episode 6 is a bit of a heavy episode, so if you're looking for something a bit on the lighter side, you may want to skip this one for today and come back to it later. We discuss our experiences with grief and loss by touching on the Five Stages of Grief. Grab some tissues, this is a pretty emotional episode. There are some hiccups with the audio at a...
2023-05-101h 43
Play On PodcastsFull Play - Henry VNext Chapter Podcasts presents “HENRY V” - Full PlayThe Play On Podcast series, “HENRY V”, was translated into modern English verse by LLOYD SUH, and directed by KRISTA WILLIAMS. The Cast is as follows:STEVEN BOYER as PISTOLANDY LUCIEN as BARDOLPH (and others)COLLEEN WERTHMAN as EXETER (and others)JEFF BIEHL as CONSTABLEBRITTANY KATHRYN ALLEN as GOWER (and others)SOCORRO SANTIAGO as HOSTESS (and others)PACO TOLSON as DAUPHIN (and others)LLOYD SUH as CHORUS...
2022-10-213h 06
Play On PodcastsHenry V - Bonus Content Episode 3 - Colleen Werthmann"Un-clench the sphincter!" Writer / Actor / Comedienne Colleen Werthmann (Exeter and Orleáns in "HENRY V") describes how the White House Correspondents Dinner and The Academy Awards relate to Shakespeare’s plays, and why it’s so important not to take yourself too seriously (Will Smith, take note!).The Play On Podcast series, “HENRY V”, was translated into modern English verse by LLOYD SUH, and directed by KRISTA WILLIAMS. The Cast is as follows:STEVEN BOYER as PISTOLANDY LUCIEN as BARDOLPH (and others)COLLEEN WERTHMAN as EXETER (and...
2022-10-071h 03
Play On PodcastsHenry V - Customs Curtsy To KingsHenry must conquer Katharine’s heart before he can finally conquer France, and Pistol must eat his words (with a side of leeks) before he can finally show his face to Fluellen. The Play On Podcast series, “HENRY V”, was translated into modern English verse by LLOYD SUH, and directed by KRISTA WILLIAMS. The Cast is as follows:STEVEN BOYER as PISTOLANDY LUCIEN as BARDOLPH (and others)COLLEEN WERTHMAN as EXETER (and others)JEFF BIEHL as CONSTABLEBRITTANY KATHRYN ALLEN as GOWER (a...
2022-09-3033 min
Play On PodcastsBonus - Bobby MorenoActor Bobby Moreno connects the dots between betting on horses in kindergarten, drunken rampages in the streets of New York, licking chocolate off Steven Boyer’s nipples in front of an audience at brunch, rapping under a pseudonym and playing Henry the Fifth in a new play by William Shakespeare (among other things).The Play On Podcast series, “HENRY V”, was translated into modern English verse by LLOYD SUH, and directed by KRISTA WILLIAMS. The Cast is as follows:STEVEN BOYER as PISTOLANDY LUCIEN as BARDOLPH (and others)COLLEEN...
2022-09-2949 min
Play On PodcastsHenry V - Not A Boy Left AliveChaos reigns on the battlefield of Agincourt, where Pistol encounters a French soldier and spares his life in exchange for his money, thanks to the assistance of the bilingual Boy who has trailed him from England. Fortune eventually turns against France, and Dauphin, Orleans, Bourbon and Constable mourn their fate. Henry learns of the death of the Duke of York, who led the vanguard against the French army, as Fluellen and Gower lament the slaughter of the children who were left to guard their luggage, including the Boy who had accompanied Pistol. Henry is enraged by their senseless deaths...
2022-09-2329 min
Play On PodcastsBonus - Lezlie Cross InterviewLezlie Cross takes us on a tour of the good, the bad, and the ugly things going on in England at the time when Shakespeare wrote HENRY V. Spoiler alert: Playwrights usually outlast actors. Especially ones who insist on ruining good endings with bad jigs!The Play On Podcast series, “HENRY V”, was translated into modern English verse by LLOYD SUH, and directed by KRISTA WILLIAMS. The Cast is as follows:STEVEN BOYER as PISTOLANDY LUCIEN as BARDOLPH (and others)COLLEEN WERTHMAN as EXETER (and other...
2022-09-2252 min
Play On PodcastsHenry V - Stumble So Near The Edge Of The WorldLate at night, Henry meanders among his troops incognito, gauging their loyalty and morale while absolving himself of any guilt over their fate. Along the way, he gets into a squabble with Williams and vows to meet with him to settle matters once and for all when the battle is over. As dawn approaches, the French nobles (Dauphin, Constable and Orleans) get in their saddles, swaggering with confidence. Henry, meanwhile, rallies his troops with one of the most famous speeches ever written.The Play On Podcast series, “HENRY V”, was translated into modern English vers...
2022-09-1631 min
Play On PodcastsHenry V - Harry LeRoyOutside the French village of Corbie, Gower and Fluellen meet a fiery Pistol, who asks Fluellen to beg leniency from Exeter on behalf of Bardolph, who has been sentenced to death for stealing from a church. Fluellen refuses and Pistol storms off, enraged. King Henry arrives to learn that the English have kept control of a strategically valuable bridge. He also learns of the death of his old friend Bardolph, and promises that all such offenders will get the same punishment. Soon after, a French Ambassador, Montjoy, arrives to deliver a warning to King Henry from the King of...
2022-09-0930 min
Play On PodcastsHenry V - La Bouche Est Da MoufHenry rejects France’s overtures and arrives on French soil, seizing the town of Harfleur. Meanwhile, his old drinking buddies (Nym, Bardolph and Pistol) argue over whether to join the fight as the British, Scottish and Welsh captains of war (Jamy, Macmorris and Fluellen) squabble over strategy. The Governor of Harfleur finally admits defeat in the face of Henry’s relentless aggression as the French nobles (Dauphin, Bourbon and Constable) remain confident in their numbers and the Princess (Katharine) learns to speak the strange and laughable language of English with her Lady-in-Waiting (Alice).The Play...
2022-09-0233 min
Play On PodcastsHenry V - Why So Did YouKing Henry’s friends from his wilder days, Bardolph, Nym and Pistol, gather at the London Boarding House of Pistol’s new bride, Nell, who had been engaged to Nym. Pistol and Nym argue and fight until they are interrupted by a young Boy who breaks the news that their great friend, Sir John Falstaff, is gravely ill and needs their help. In Southampton, Henry discovers that three of his closest friends and advisors, Lord Scroop of Masham, Richard Earl of Cambridge and Thomas Grey, Knight of Northumberland, have committed treason by conspiring against him with the King of Fran...
2022-08-2635 min
Play On PodcastsHenry V - BallsWith the recent death of his father, King Henry IV, the young Henry V must live down his wild past and prove himself capable of ruling a restless kingdom. With the encouragement of his advisors, Lords Canterbury and Ely, Henry advances a dubious claim to the throne of France based on his ancestry and on a questionable interpretation of arcane land laws. The Prince of France, known as the Dauphin, responds to Henry’s claim by sending him a treasure chest full of tennis balls. Henry, furious, tells his troops and nobles to prepare for war....
2022-08-1930 min
The Messy MiddleCar-pisodes: On Over thinking and HesitationThis week I'm sharing from my car. I spent quite a bit of time driving to and from work and it tends to be when my mind is the most open. Sound quality isn't the best, let me know if you like this sort of free flow conversation. Self Improvement Bundle is only on sale until Friday 1/9/21 don't miss your chance to get some awesome courses at an amazing price. More information here: Self Improvement Bundle Website/Instagram
2021-01-0724 min
The Messy MiddleWalking with My ResistanceIn this solo episode I'm sharing a personal story of resistance and the unexpected twist and turns that came about. Show Notes Yes & Yes: Sarah Von Bargen Coaching Janette Tropea: Branding and Design Bundle & Co
2020-11-1912 min
The Messy MiddleBe the Scientists of your lifeIn today's solo Messy Middle Minisode I share a bit out my using a more scientific approach to my emotional process and the steps I took to move out of my depression. show notes: Unlocking Us podcast Four Tendencies Quiz Mood Tracker Elise Blaha Cripe goal tracker Marc Brackett
2020-09-1100 min
It's Part of the ProcessBeing a Multi-genre CreativeBeing a multi-genre creative with Krista Suh. I talk with Krista about being a Jane of all trades, how downtime is key for creativity, tools to balance the creative process, eliminating 'should' and 'have to' from your vocabulary, generating and choosing ideas, mental health and more.
2019-09-1253 min
The Messy MiddleMILCK: On balancing self care and ambitionToday I am sharing with you an amazing interview with a personal hero of mine MILCK where we delve into all the things that I am passionate about self care, spirituality, getting through the messy middle, and how to find the light within the darkness. MILCK Website "Quiet" Song of Women's March Upcoming event LIVE ART Instagram I Can't keep Quiet Website ---- let's connect Maring's website Instagram Life and Wellness Coaching
2019-05-2800 min
The Messy MiddleMessy Middle Minisode: Yes, No, or Not Yet?In this Minisode I'm sharing about a technique that has helped me see what's already working in my life, what I'm saying No to, and also finding acceptance around the things that are not in alignment with this moment.
2019-04-3000 min
The Messy MiddleMessy Middle MinisodeIn this solo episode I share about the mindset shift that happened when I realized that perhaps that the idea of being in a box might actually have some other benefits.
2019-04-1300 min
The Messy MiddleCassandra Lam: On Flourishing and ThrivingThis week I am talking with Cassandra Lam co-founder of The Cosmos an community of Asian women creators. In this episode we talk about the unique challenges that Asian women faces as creatives as well as switching the mindset from surviving to one of flourishing and thriving. In just a little under a year The cosmos has grown to a community of thousands of women who are exploring the question "What does it mean for Asian women to flourish and thrive." --- Show Notes can be found at maringhiga.com/messymiddle/cassandralam
2019-02-1900 min
The Messy MiddleA Year to LiveThis year I have embarked on an experiment to live this year as if it were my last. To be honest I'm not really sure what that will look like but in this episode I'm talking about what's coming up for me already, and some questions that I'm asking myself. If you would like to follow along I will be sharing mostly on Instagram @maringhiga --- Show Notes: 12experiments project Maring's Instagram Sarah Natsumi Moore Instagram Wonder Moves with Whitney Lawless-31 days to listen to b...
2019-01-1000 min
The Messy MiddleAm I inhaling or exhaling?Sometimes its better to think more broadly in a time of feeling stuck. This concept of asking myself if I'm in and inhale phase or an exhale phase has really helped me see where my resistance is and help me move back into the flow. --- Show Notes www.maringhiga.com www.instagram.com/maringhiga www.kristasuh.com DIY rules for the WTF world.
2018-12-1700 min
The Messy MiddleYour Inner Mr. MiyagiMessy Middle Minisode with yours truly. I'm sharing about a fun and different way I think about my own inner voice, intuition or gentle whispers. --- Www.maringhiga.com/podcast www.instagram.com/maringhiga
2018-12-1000 min
The Uplifting Content Podcast With Ione Butler (Let’s Talk About…)How Powerful You Are And Creating A Path To Joy And Success With Krista SuhIn this episode I spoke to author, activist, founder of the pussyhats movement and screen writer Krista Suh about how powerful you truly are. Why your small actions can feel insignificant but they matter and how working on your mental health is the way to creating a path to joy and success in life.
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2018-11-1327 min
The Messy MiddleKrista Suh: On Ambition and Flow Krista Suh is a screenwriter, craftivist, artist, activist and creator of the Pussyhat and Evil Eye Gloves. Her mission is to make the world a safer place for women and help everyone validate their own creativity, femininity, and intuition. In her book, DIY Rules for a WTF World: How To Speak Up, Get Creative and CHANGE THE WORLD, Krista share the tools, tips, experiences, "rules," and more she uses to get creative, get bold, and change the world. Krista is a powerful voice for doing more as she inspires others to create their own rules for living, and even a movement of...
2018-10-1800 min
The Messy MiddleSigrid GilmerSigrid Gilmer makes black comedies that are historically bent, totally perverse, joyfully irreverent and are concerned with issues of identity, pop culture and contemporary American society. Her work has been performed at the Skylight Theatre, Pavement Group, Know Theatre of Cincinnati, Cornerstone Theater Company and Highways Performance Space. She is a winner of the Map Fund Creative Exploration Grant, the James Irving Foundation Fellowship and is a USA Ford Fellow in Theatre — Show Notes; Website/Facebook Brain Bauman Episode Claws: Double Dutch Music: Cutworms Untilted Live @Mo...
2018-09-1800 min
The Messy MiddleYumi Sakugawa: On Creating our own space & having tea with our demonsWhat if you could live a life that 100% represented your singular experience? What if you stopped asking how can I fit into the current society and dominate culture and instead asked what space can I carve out in the world that is mine, and fully supports who I am and what I care about? In today’s episode I am talking with Yumi Sakugawa comic book illustrator author of I THINK I AM IN FRIEND-LOVE WITH YOU and YOUR ILLUSTRATED GUIDE TO BECOMING ONE WITH THE UNIVERSE. In this episode we go deep...
2018-08-0200 min
The Messy MiddleMessy Middle Minisode: On ImpatienceHave you ever been in a stage of your life and thought "I thought I would be so much further along in _____ than I am" This week I am talking about that uncomfortable space of when we are going after our dreams and goals and we realize at some point that our expectations have not been met. In this episode I will talk about the problems that can arise during this phase, why we need to pay attention to this phase rather than ignore it and offer some alternative questions we can ask ourselves to turn the se...
2018-07-1900 min
The Messy MiddleNicole Miyuki: On Showing up and Doing the WorkShow Notes Episode Summary: Have you ever wondered what people are talking about when they say "Just show up and do the work?" Well, in this episode we are getting deep into what that looked like for Nicole Miyuki watercolorist, teacher and author as she wrote her first book. This episode is a shining example of what can happen when we follow our hearts and just keep doing the work we love to do and sharing that message with the world. For Nicole she had no idea she was building a brand and had n...
2018-07-0300 min
Skylight Books Podcast SeriesKrista Suh, "DIY RULES FOR A WTF WORLD"On January 21, 2017, millions of protestors took part in the Women's March, and many of them created a "sea of pink" when they wore knitted pink "pussyhats" in record numbers. The pussyhat swiftly found its place on the cover of TIME and the New Yorker, and it ultimately came to symbolize resistance culture. Creator of the Pussyhat Project, Krista Suh, took an idea and built a worldwide movement and symbol in just two months. But like so many women, Krista spent years letting her fears stop her from learning to live by her own rules.
Now in DIY Rules for a WT...
2018-06-291h 02
The Messy MiddleThe Messy Middle Minisode: On Ritual, Ceremony & Rites of PassageToday on the podcast I'm asking the question what is ritual, what is ceremony and how can we incorporate rites of passage in our daily life. Ritual is what we make of it Tarot Cards mean what meaning we give them Ceremony is the act of showing up in a way that feels good to you Honoring and Reverence: come from acknowledging and giving thanks to the moment, people and things. I have had desire for ceremony, for blessing my space, for opening the circle and having intentions about w...
2018-06-1200 min
The Messy MiddleOn Year Long Projects: My 12 ExperimentsIf your someone who has ever had an interest in doing a year long project this episode will hopefully provide you the inspiration to do one yourself. If you asked me 2 years ago if I thought this was possible for me, I would have told you that I never follow through on long term projects and that I'm just not the type of person who completes these sorts of things. But I'm happy to say that I am just entering into my 11th Experiment and its been surprisingly more easy than I thought and also so much fu...
2018-06-0300 min
She Who Persisted. The Nasty Podcast.Episode 21: "DIY Rules for a WTF world" with PerSister Krista SuhToday we talk with perSister Krista Suh, founder of the hat project about her new book "DIY Rules for a WTF World: How to Speak Up, Get Creative, and Change the World". We discuss masculine "art" vs. "feminine" crafting, how crafting can be a feminist form of expression, how to deal with creating a project that is so successful that it is not actually yours anymore and impostor syndrome. grab your chocolate and enjoy.
2018-05-2940 min
Living From HappinessPowerhouse Activist / Knitter / Author on Happiness In Action May 16, 2018She's an incredible young woman. Krista Suh. You may know her from her internationally significant pink pussyhat knitting movement. Krista has a new book, and it's terrific. Listen in. Be inspired. Get motivated. And laugh out loud, with Krista and Melanie. Take the Happiness IQ quiz here ... it's fun, free, and informative. producer / host / psychotherapist / transformational coach Dr. Melanie Harth: www.melanieharth.com coaching and mentoring sensitive, introverted creatives who want to light up the world Read more at http://livingfromhappiness.libsyn.com/#fcTaujh1aa2Q77XI.9...
2018-05-1729 min
The Messy MiddleFemi Olafioye-Omogbehin: On Transforming Shame & Finding RepresentationFemi Olafioye-Omogbehin Bio: I’m a stylist and consultant who is passionate about creating and providing representation for black women through both fashion and building personal relationships. I started my business January of 2018 and continue doing work understanding how lack of representation and shame are connected, and helping women heal the wounds lack of representation has caused. I also *love* clothes and providing styling tips/advice. ------ Show Notes: Website/Insta/ Formation Soul Care House Mimi & Red Garbage Couture Lit...
2018-05-0800 min
The Messy MiddleRebecca Schoemaker: On Tarot & Trusting the 6th Sense withinBio: I am captivated by all things metaphysical; the transcendent experience that defies logic, the omen, the prophetic dream, and realms unknown. I explore the esoteric through tarot card readings, meditation, channeling, spirit work, various healing modalities, art, and music. My background is that of a creator and teacher. I received my MFA from the School of the Art Institute in 2008; I spent the years following working at colleges, touring with my band, reading tarot, and creating art. In 2011, I self-published my first tarot deck, the Laughing Eye Weeping Eye Tarot. It was more successful...
2018-04-2500 min
hot pursuit by AsianBossGirlEpisode 18: The Pussyhat Project with Krista SuhDid you know that the person responsible for the pink hats at The Women's Marches is an Asian American woman in her 30s? Welcome fellow AsianBossGirl - Krista Suh, a feminist, an artist, a Hollywood screenwriter, the creator of The Pussyhat Project and author of "DIY Rules for a WTF World". For those in our audience who were following The Women’s March movement, you may have noticed the bright pink hats that many people were wearing at the 600+ rallies around the world. Well, Krista is the individual responsible for creating and distributing the design, and essentially empowering millions of pe...
2018-04-2053 min
The Messy MiddleMessy Middle Minisode: Race Talk!In this mini series past guest and friend Whitney Lawless and I are talking about Race. How it effects our creativity, our relationships, and the work that we are doing in the world. Listen in as we share a bit about our Messy Middle process. To Join in on the conversation please join The Messy Middle Facebook Group. I would love to hear your thoughts on Race, or any questions you are struggling with yourself. ---- Emmergent Strategies Whitney Lawless Website Messy Middle episode with Whitney Lawless
2018-04-1800 min
The Messy MiddleEP 46: Daniella Zalcman: On the Power of StoryDaniella Zalcman is a documentary photographer based between London and New York. She is a multiple grantee of the Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting, a fellow with the International Women's Media Foundation, and the founder of Women Photograph, an initiative working to elevate the voices of female and non-binary visual journalists. Her work tends to focus on the legacies of western colonization, from the rise of homophobia in East Africa to the forced assimilation education of indigenous children in North America. Her ongoing project, Signs of Your Identity, is the recipient of the 2017 Arnold Newman Prize, a 2017...
2018-04-1200 min
The Messy MiddleEP 45: Vincentia Schroeter: On Being Heard and Getting what we WantVincentia Schroeter has a Phd in Clinical Psychology and has researched early attachment between mothers and babies. She is a Bioenergetic Analyst, a somatic psychotherapy dealing with emotional blocks on a body level. Vin has taught internationally and locally. Interested students can go to sciba.org Vin is a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist in Clinical practice over 40 years. Interested in incorporating latest neuroscience findings into somatic psychotherapy. Current Activities: Writing a book combining brain and body tools, called, "Breaking Through: Communication Skills for being Seen and Heard." Enjoying drawing, painting and...
2018-03-2800 min
The Messy MiddleEP 44: Tiffany Han: On finding Flow & Trusting your Knowings Pitch Webinar: March 22nd Pitch Perfect, Mastering the Art of Making the Ask Tiffany Han, CPCC, is a writer, speaker, teacher, and coach whose work focuses on helping highly-creative women embrace a new framework of creative productivity to design and build the businesses of their dreams and bring their best ideas to life. As the founder of Say Yes Creative LLC, Tiffany has been helping creative women take bold, inspired action towards their dreams since 2011. With a degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a CPCC certification fr...
2018-03-1300 minHarvesting Happiness PodcastsPussyhats and Other Symbols of Strength: Achieving and Maintaining Sexual and Civic Power with Krista Suh and Dr Jeanine Staplesn this week's episode you will learn about:
⦾ The fragmented self and how to restore your inner life
⦾ Pussyhats and modern feminism
⦾ The role of emotional literacy in civic power
⦾ Shifting, stirring and creating change
2018-02-2800 minHarvesting HappinessPussyhats and Other Symbols of Strength: Achieving and Maintaining Sexual and Civic Power with Krista Suh and Dr Jeanine Staplesn this week's episode you will learn about:
⦾ The fragmented self and how to restore your inner life
⦾ Pussyhats and modern feminism
⦾ The role of emotional literacy in civic power
⦾ Shifting, stirring and creating change
2018-02-281h 01
Harvesting HappinessPussyhats and Other Symbols of Strength: Achieving and Maintaining Sexual and Civic Power with Krista Suh and Dr Jeanine Staplesn this week's episode you will learn about: ⦾ The fragmented self and how to restore your inner life ⦾ Pussyhats and modern feminism ⦾ The role of emotional literacy in civic power ⦾ Shifting, stirring and creating change
2018-02-281h 01
The Messy MiddleEP 43 Sarah Driscoll & Co Hodges: The heart of business & choosing the unconventional pathColeen Hodges: Coleen is a mother of two, emergency room nurse, photographer and blogger located in Arizona. Her passion for capturing the beauty of the everyday started the second she became a mother. The launch of this passion project was a dream come true for her. She believes in capturing the beauty and unique spirit of every child. Sarah Driscoll: Sarah is a mother of four, photographer and writer located in Massachusetts. After Sarah's son, Luke, was diagnosed with autism she made a promise to herself to document every moment of his life so th...
2018-02-2500 min
The Messy MiddleEP 42: T.J Martin: On Humanizing our Experiences Bio: TJ Martin is an Academy Award and Emmy Award winning director and editor. His works include the feature films LA92, UNDEFEATED and the Webby nominated short film MY FAVORITE PICTURE OF YOU. In 2015, Martin gave a talk at TEDx on Orcas Island, Washington, titled “Reimagining America’s Culture Narrative”, in which he used his own experiences to discuss race and diversity in the film and television industry. Martin was born and raised in Seattle, WA and graduated from Fairhaven College at Western Washington University where he studied Ameri...
2018-02-0600 min
The Messy MiddleEP 41: Messy Middle Season 3 FinaleI am ending 2017 and reflecting on the year that I’ve had, in life, with family and with friends. There is too much to put into this one episode but I do think it's always worth it to look back and see what you can accomplish in a year and also what cannot be accomplished in a year. I made some changes in how often this podcast was coming out, little tweaks to the kind of interviews I was sharing and added some musical elements, and all in all I've been happy with how things hav...
2017-12-2100 min
The Messy MiddleTanya Geisler: Imposter ComplexTanya Geisler is Leadership Coach (CPCC) with a penchant for clarity and an abhorrence of the Impostor Complex. She’s coached hundreds of high-performers combat the Impostor Complex so they can step into the starring roles of their lives and achieve their ultimate goals. She has written The 12 Lies of the Impostor Complex (and One Truth), The Joy Pages, created Board of Your Life and the transformational Step into Your Starring Role coaching program, is a writer, has served as contributor and was featured in Canadian Living, and is an in-demand TEDx speaker who talks with great passion about the Imp...
2017-11-2100 min
The Messy MiddleEP 39: Messy Middle Minisode: FoundationsThis episode today is all about is foundations. This is something that I find myself talking about over and over, and its definetly influenced my teaching style. I see a thread line in my acupuncture practice as well as in my old soccer and piano days. I used this a lot back when I was coaching my students in my aerial bootcamp. I just see this really big, glaring thing that I like to talk about, I truly believe that foundation building is where its at. So I thought I’d take you through a little bit of my process...
2017-11-1500 min
The Messy MiddleEP 38: Megan Brotherton: On Breaking TaboosWriter-director-actress Megan Brotherton is a comedian based in LA. She earned her MFA in Acting at the American Repertory Theatre at Harvard University, which included a 3-month residency at the Moscow Art Theatre in Russia. Megan wrote, directed and starred in EVERYBODY DOES IT, a short comedy that premiered in 2015 at Dances With Films Festival as well as Austin Film Festival and several others, earning a Best Comedy Award and rave reviews. Megan's new film, BUTTERCUP, premiered at the 2017 Sun Valley Film Festival and is currently in the festival circuit. Megan directed a pilot that she wrote called LAST NIGHT a...
2017-10-2400 min
The Messy MiddleEP 37: Elise Blaha Cripe: On The Power of Trying and Making Bold Statements I'm Elise and I make stuff. That's who I am and that's my job. I started a blog in 2005 because I wanted to share my thoughts with the Internet. A year later, I began sharing craft projects and tutorials. In 2008, I opened my first online shop and since then, I have made and sold everything from letterpress prints to wooden plant stands. Over the years, I have learned that while I'll always make stuff, my true passion is in helping people set and work towards their goals. In 2015, I launched the brand GET TO WORK B...
2017-10-1000 min
The Messy MiddleEP 36: A.J Cosmos: Finding the Silly in the hard things in lifeMy name is AJ Cosmo and I teach imagination and heart to children. My books and illustrations are crafted to educate, solve problems, and entertain in unique and interesting ways. But don't take my word for it, with over a thousand five star reviews across more than thirty books, there's no doubt that your family will find something to love in the world of A.J. Cosmo. Whether it's overcoming first day of school jitters, getting past a fear of monsters, or dealing with a bully, these books teach important life lessons in a fun...
2017-09-2600 min
The Messy MiddleEP 35: Messy Middle Minisode: On EmbodimentIn this Episode I am sharing some of my thoughts about choosing to take a stand for something even if it means that no one will understand or like what you are doing. I share a couple of personal somewhat embarrasing stories of what its been like to be mostly a passenger in my life and why I think its important for me now to step into the role of the driver.
2017-09-1200 min
The Messy MiddleEP 34: Brian Bauman: Using Intuition to guide the storyBrian Bauman is a playwright and founder of Perfect Disgrace Theater, and has been producing experimental queer plays since 2006. Bauman's writing has a cult following and is known as a "playwright's playwright." Suzan-Lori Parks says "Brian Bauman's writing is thrilling, sexy, political and rude. He's making provocative, in-your-face theatre - not for the timid, or, perhaps, just what the timid need." His work has been presented at HERE Arts Center, LaMama Galleria, The Wild Project and Collective Unconscious in NY; The Broad Art Center @ UCLA, Company of Angels Theater, Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibtions L.A.C.E., Los Angeles...
2017-09-0500 min
The Messy Middle033 Leah Dieterich: On Open Marriage, Desire, Identity and Finding OneselfMy guest today is Leah Dieterich Copywriter, Creative Director, author of Thx Thx Thx and is currently writing her memoir about open marriage, desire, identity, and trying to find oneself through a concept called Vanishing Twins. Show Notes: www.leahdieterich.com www.thxthxthx.com www.instagram.com/andthetidewaswayout -------------------------- We now have a facebook group you can join here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1702792516401071/?ref=bookmarks or follow along on instagram where I spend most of my time @www.in...
2017-08-2200 min
The Messy MiddleEP 32: Messy Middle Minisode: Is the Burnout Avoidable?I’m Thinking about Hustle vs Flow and Is it possible to avoid Burnout and have flow and Ease in the beginning or do we need to hustle and grind in the beginning in order to then get to the ease and flow of things? Tha’ts what I want talk about in today’s Messy Middle Minisode I’ve been searching for different ways that we get clues with how to live more in flow with our lives. Its been a personal quest of mine to find more efficient, feminine ways to achieve my goals in...
2017-08-0900 min
The Messy MiddleEP 31: Jennifer Lee: Right Brain Business PlanJennifer Lee, CPCC, PCC, MA is the founder of Artizen Coaching®. Before pursuing her own passions full-time, she consulted for ten years for Fortune 500 companies such as Gap Inc., Accenture, and HP, helping leaders and organizations manage change. As a director of executive development for Gap Inc., she led onboarding and coaching programs for those at the level of vice president and up. She grew her coaching business in her spare time, and in 2006 Jennifer made the courageous leap from corporate America to living the life of her dreams. She has been featured in The Wall Street J...
2017-08-0100 min
Hard N.O.C. LifeEpisode 085: Can Pop Culture Save the World? (From AACC)Recorded live during the Asian American ComiCon Summit on Art, Action, and the Future. Pop culture is literally the people's culture. At a time when creative and diverse voices are both under attack, what can pop culture do to make social change? Moderator Jeff Yang (CNN contributor, They Call Us Bruce) kicks off the festivities with an opening plenary that features panelists: Tananarive Due (Sci-Fi pioneer/Afrofuturist); Krista Suh (Pink Pussyhat Project founder); MILCK (Singer/Musician, "Quiet" Women's March anthem); and Ira Madison III (entertainment writer for The Daily Beast). All this and...
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The Messy MiddleEP 30: Cynthia Morris: On Original ImpulseCynthia Morris is a creativity coach, the author of the novel Chasing Sylvia Beach, Create your Writers Life and The Graceful return. She is also one of the few coaches for Jonathan Fields Good Life Project. She has both a depth and playfulness about her that I love. We share a love of creative journey and watercolor, and she is working on creating her first illustration book. I absolutely loved getting to talk with Cynthia who shared so much with me about her own messy middle spaces, overcoming them, stepping into them and why she think...
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The Messy MiddleEP 29: Messy Middle Minisode: On CertaintyA friend once told me, that whoever has the most certainty wins. So how can we gain more certainty in uncertain waters? This is a short episode where I'm talking about some embarrasing moments I've had around certainty, and an atidote I believe will be helpful for you in embarking on uncertain path.
2017-06-2700 min
The Messy MiddleEP 28: Abby Burd: On knowing what you valueI had the pleasure of interviewing psychotherpist Abby Bird on the show and we tackled some big things that come up in the middle space. I asked her about the imposter syndrome, comparison trap, and self doubt. She offered some practical tips and creative exercises that she does with her clients. She also talked about how she views her own practice as a form of creative expression, which I found insightful. Creativity truly can arise from anywhere.
2017-06-2000 min
The Messy MiddleEP 27: Coleen Hodges: On Risk & Rewards: Telling your partner about your creative dreamReally excited to be sharing this episode I did with Coleen Hodges. She shares her personal story of how she went after her dream of being a photographer, and the challenges that came up in her relationship during the process. Coleen tell an amazing story of when she shared her personal story with other budding photographers and the overwhelming response 900 emails of other women who were feeling the the same exact thing. I knew that I wanted to have her back on the show to talk about this behind the scenes story that rarely gets talked about. If...
2017-06-1300 min
The Messy MiddleEP 26: Maring Higa: Season 2 recap and what's nextMaring is creative strategist coach and host of The Messy Middle Podcast. She is exploring the magic we make within the middle spaces and how we can move through with ease and grace. Maring Higa is also an acupuncturist specializing in fertility and pregnancy in Encinitas, CA and loves blending creativity and wellness.
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The Messy MiddleEP 25: Kaleigh Jean: Tarot for the CreativeI’m a writer, tarot reader, fun-lover, and a kitchen magician. I firmly believe that we can all be heroes and heroines if we utilize the powers of our unconscious minds! I was first introduced to Tarot in 2013 when a couple of my best girlfriends did an oracle card reading for me. I was shocked at the resonant power of the messages that came through. That night, I experienced a profound moment of urgency about the direction my life was moving in. Something was missing, I could feel it, and the cards were reflecting that. I got my...
2017-04-2500 min
The Messy MiddleEP 24: Katie Altneu: On Knowing your StrengthsKatherine is the founder and clinic director of The Point. She is a Colorado state licensed and Nationally certified acupuncturist. She holds a Masters degree from Southwest Acupuncture College. She is a recognized diplomate of Acupuncture and Herbology by the National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM), is certified in Clean Needle Technique, and is a member of the Colorado Acupuncture Association. Katherine has successfully used acupuncture and Chinese Medicine to treat a wide variety of conditions with a gentle technique through her practice, conveniently located in the Washington Park area of Denver...
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The Messy MiddleEP 23: Cinthia Pacheco: Melding Intuition and DataI am part nerd, part creative, out on a missions to help amazing women with their analytics and online tools. I believe that analytics don't need to feel like you are weighing yourself, that your online tools shouldn't be wasting your time, and that you can work on your business in a way that creates energy (instead of draining it). I love to work with creative businesses as a 'secret digital weapon', complimenting what you already do best; run an inspiring business that changes how things are done in the world!
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The Messy MiddleEP 22: Colleen Hodges: Photographing the Faces of AutismColeen is a Mama of two, emergency room nurse, photographer and blogger located in Arizona. Her passion for capturing the beauty of the everyday started the second she became a mother. The collaboration with Sarah to launch this passion project is a dream come true for her. She believes in capturing the beauty and unique spirit of EVERY child.
2017-03-2800 min
The Messy MiddleEP 21: Sarah Moore: On Rejection the 12th ExperimentHey there! My name is Sarah Natsumi Moore and I am a photographer, explorer, and ponderer. I started out 2016 with a list of lofty goals, full of metrics and benchmarks that seemed important at the time of writing, but two weeks into the year realized I no longer cared to “make more money” or “grow my Instagram followers.” I put the list away and took comfort In the Great British Baking Show (it's good I swear!). So for the next year I’m trading these New Year’s resolutions for a series of life experiments—12 monthly experiments to be exact. I...
2017-03-2100 min
The Messy MiddleEP 20: Danielle Stroble: On Divorce and Healing Through CreativityWhile this Sonoma Valley transplant hails from Arizona, Danielle spent her transformative, post-college, early adult “discovering the world years” living in the Midwestern United States, but traveling the world. Working in the car racing industry for what seemed like a life time, specializing in the “left brain” work of accounting and finance, building businesses, sponsorships and marketing left her feeling like there just HAD to be something more creative on the horizon. Now the creator of her own destiny (and schedule) Danielle is growing her own enterprise as a Business and Lifestyle Strategist and Coach, Desire Map facilita...
2017-03-1600 min
The Messy MiddleEP 19: Holly Kleiman: On Commitment and CuriosityEntrepreneur, Traveler, Adventure Seeker, Bonus Mom, Wifey, Cat Lover... Just designing a kick a** life and LIVIN IT!!
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The Messy MiddleEP 18: Michelle Grasek: For the Love of MarketingMy name is Michelle. I’m an acupuncturist and I’m passionate about marketing and practice management. I also work at Finger Lakes School of Acupuncture (FLSAOM) in Administration, and I teach in FLSAOM’s Integrative Practice Management course. I’m passionate about acupuncture and believe – like you do! – that it can change the world. But we can only change the world if we as a community of acupuncturists can reach more people and heal more patients. I want to help you succeed and do just that, with marketing & practice management advice and plenty of in...
2017-02-2800 min
The Messy MiddleEP 17: Amber Serra: On ConnectionAmber is the owner, full-time mama, and part-time crafter of PetiteAmbre. She finds inspiration in life, travel and her happy place Paris. When not crafting, she can be found chasing her toddler, taking photos, and/or drinking wine.
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The Messy MiddleEP 16: Jen Verruto:Saying Yes and Following the FlowBefore becoming a Designer, Jen received a degree in Psychology with a minor in Anthropology from Western Washington University in Bellingham, Washington. While Anthropology stimulated her fascination with varying cultures, and Psychology explored the area of social work, both were lacking the creative outlet she yearned for. She seized the opportunity to move to Macerata, Italy to study Italian art and learn the language while being submerged in the culture. She soon began to realize that her passions for both design and helping people could culminate in an exciting career. After moving to San Diego, she enrolled in design...
2017-02-1400 min
The Messy MiddleEP 15: Nicole Miyuki: On PerspectiveNicole Miyuki Santo is a lettering artist, graphic designer and teacher. She has found her spirit through her creative journey walking alongside others; whether that's designing for their small business venture or being a guide while learning the craft of brush lettering. Nicole stays grounded through yoga and journaling and is just like you and me navigating life with the good and the bad that comes with it all. Brit+Co class 15% OFF with the Code NICOLEMIYUKI15 Website Instagram Facebook Pinterest
2017-02-0700 min
Teaching Your Brain to KnitEp. 055 Increasing the "love hormone" Oxytocin to Increase HappinessBrainy thing: 17:11 Behind the Redwood Curtain: 30:42 Catherine was deep into the production of Pussy hats by Jayna Zweiman and Krista Suh https://www.pussyhatproject.com/knit/ . Bunches more patterns on: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/search#query=pussy%20hat&view=captioned_thumbs&page=1&sort=best Margaret steals, uh, appropriates one of them. Catherine took this opportunity to repurpose a cowl that was beautiful —Cuppa Java Cowl http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/cuppa-java-cowl by Sarah Wilson or The Sexy Knitter http://www.ravelry.com/designers/sarah-wilson— but didn't quite work for her. She loved the yarn, though: A Gothling merino cashmere blend by R...
2017-02-0339 min
The Messy MiddleEP 14: Bari Tessler: Art of MoneyBari Tessler Linden, MA, is a Financial Therapist, Mentor Coach and Mama-preneur. Bari’s gentle, body-centered approach weaves together personal, couple, and creative entrepreneurial money teachings into one complete tapestry. She is the founder of The Art of Money: a global, year-long money school, which integrates Money Healing, Money Practices and Money Maps. Her work has been featured on Oprah.com, Inc.com, and the Huffington Post and in US News & World Report, Reuters Money, The Fiscal Times, Experience Life Magazine, Yogi Times, Best Self Magazine and Emerging Women. Bari is also the author of The Art of Money: A...
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The Messy MiddleEP 13: Wes Sam-Bruce: On Growing and Flexing our Cultural Empathy MuscleWes Sam Bruce an artist, film maker, photographer and art educator. Wes created an art installation called that wonder sound that is a collaboration of people here in San Diego and art makers from all over. The result is this amazing fort like space that has small tunnels to crawl through, a rope room to climb up, and words and art decorated all it around. One of the main intents of the wonder sound was to represent a culture that was not your own, in the language, architecture animals and word written on t...
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The Messy Middle009 I Am Bob: On Embracing Talents and Unexpected PathsI had a great time interviewing I Am Bob aka Stephanie S about her path towards embracing her talents as a singer and her challenges and victories that she accomplished. We talked about the imposter Syndrome & what she said was more of a fall rather than a leap into taking risks and over coming fears. We talked about managing fears vs trying to get rid of them, and stepping into her light which she has realized is making people laugh. Stephanie is one of the funniest people I know and love, and I...
2016-09-2200 min
The Messy MiddleSarah Moore: On Facing Fears and Year Long ProjectsSarah Natsumi Moore is a commercial and editorial photographer based in Austin, Texas. Having previously worked as the in-house creative for the largest travel magazine in The Netherlands, she is now enjoying the sunny freelance life in the lone star state.
2016-09-0700 minThe Messy Middle007 Mark St. John: On Mindfulness + CreativityMark cut his teeth in the entertainment industry by story producing reality shows such as Blind Date (Universal), Mobile Home Disaster (WB) and The Boot (BET). He then moved into feature films where he supervised post-production for Warner Brothers Home Video’s “Raw Feed” video series. Mark went on to post supervise popular prime time television series such as USA’s White Collar, TNT’S Saving Grace and several television pilots for Fox Television. In 2010, Mark moved back to Seattle where he is currently an Account Director and a Writer, Producer and Director for Watts. At Watts, Mark handl...
2016-09-0100 min
The Messy MiddleWhitney Lawless: On Cultivating Body AwarenessWhitney Lawless is totally occupied with daily magic and how to use movement and awareness practices to experience life more fully. As a teacher, she fosters curiosity and engaged movement and encourages people to bring out their unique, beautiful presence. She has studied and performed a myriad of moving practices ranging from physical theatre and dance to better ways to walk and sit to, most recently, weightlifting. Whitney lives in Olympia, WA where she teaches yoga and movement, makes quilts, mothers boys and co-directs Great Heart Yoga, 200-hr Yoga Teacher Training program and other continuing education! Find...
2016-08-2300 min
The Messy Middle005 Laura Bohn Opera Singer: On Truth Telling about Pursuing a DreamA Seattle native, Laura Bohn has studied voice and theater extensively in Rome and Reggio-Emilia, Italy respectively. She is a graduate of the Dell ‘Arte International School of Physical Theater, holds a BFA in Vocal Performance from the California Institute of the Arts and a Master of Music degree from the Manhattan School of Music.
2016-08-1100 min
The Messy Middle004 Lee Holloway: Getting Your Groove Back: Sex after BabyLee Holloway is a self-published author of numerous “how-to” zines that are centered on sex, relationships, and feminism. She is a feminist in that she supports all women through empowerment and champions their endeavors. When not writing zines, she can be found spending time with her family, trying to unravel life’s mysteries, and binging on travel and food shows. Show Notes: Petite Ambre: https://www.etsy.com/shop/PetiteAmbre Zines: How to Give a Blow Job in 5 easy Steps In the Meantime: A Single Girls Survival Guide Zi...
2016-08-0300 min
The Messy Middle003 Rachel Cuellar: Author of Why is He Doing That? On Autism and Inclusion.Rachael M Cuellar// Published Author & Illustrator Rachael M Cuellar is an undergrad student studying Psychology at Vanguard University of Southern California in Costa Mesa, as well as a Childcare and Respite for United Cerebral Palsy of Orange County, helping children with disabilities reach their full potential, improve the quality of life for their families and foster an attitude of acceptance and inclusion. She created her children's book when she was nineteen years old and became published when she turned twenty-one. Joyfully living in Old Towne Orange, California and encouraging others to learn the importance of Autism Awareness...
2016-08-0300 minThe Messy Middle002 Katinka Kraft: On Creative Risk and Knowing how to FailKatinka Kraft is a spoken word artist, performer and artistic director of Shut Up and Sign_Speak, a project that brings together deaf and hearing poets in Berlin. On the cobble stone streets of Berlin, she started her performance and directing career, at the early age of 7, with a 80s pop rendition of Mary Poppins. She grew up in a German-American family and moved to the United States from Germany, as a teenager. There she discovered spoken word and eventually became a teacher, organizer and performer in the spoken word and poetry slam scene in the USA for over 12...
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