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Taboo Tales Podcast68 - Joey Terrill & the naked hippieSpawn Ranch, San Francisco in the 70's, New York City in the 80's, activism and community organizing in the 90's, and art shows and storytelling in the present make Joey a busy boy! Joey Terrill refers to himself as the "Chicano Forrest Gump" (with a higher IQ) because he's truly experienced it all. We love Joey and are so excited for you to hear his story. Don’t miss an episode! Subscribe @ smarturl.it/tabootales Like what you hear? Try Minor Revelations @ smarturl.it/minorrevelations Fan of podcast questions? Check out Feral Audio's su...2017-08-2254 min
Taboo Tales PodcastIlana Cohn Sullivan & the torn shirtsHas a parent ever ghosted you? Like, multiple times ghosted you? In this episode, the open-hearted Ilana Cohn Sullivan shares about ending family cycles, the challenges of interfaith marriage, and being boy crazy in 1990s New Jersey.2017-07-1746 min
Taboo Tales PodcastJessica Aronoff & the 19 weeksWhen we think of the first few moments after having a baby, we usually imagine the happy tears of a new family. Even when Jessica planned the whole thing down to the minute, something unplanned happened in the hospital-- a sick baby that would change her entire life forever. 2017-06-0249 min
Taboo Tales PodcastMisty & the surprise new lifeSurprise! Misty McAfee's life looked like the photo that comes with the frame. But suddenly her husband was missing. Although she found him using the Find my iPhone App, he was still lost. 2017-05-1055 min
Taboo Tales PodcastPeggy Mannix Slattery & the fiery flambePeggy Mannix Slattery was a free-spirited newlywed enjoying a fun summer at the beach until her life went up in flames. Literally. In this episode, she answers everything you've ever wanted to know about the burn unit and sex in the seventies. You can watch Peggy tell this story right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BF3pMhEwKqU&feature=youtu.be 2017-04-131h 02
Taboo Tales PodcastChristian & the yacht named ArtemisChristian Freeman gives us all the juicy details about two super taboo topics: making a ton of money & prison. He learned a lot from his prison experience, so just listen to this podcast and save yourself a trip to jail. 2017-03-0200 min
Taboo Tales PodcastRobin Rinaldi & the wild oatsRobin did what everyone wants to do when they reach a certain point in their marriage: open it up! She tells us what it's like to go ALL OUT sexually and finally explore everything she'd always wanted to try. She even lived in a sex commune and practiced clitoral meditation. Corey and Laurenne try to hide their jealousy and awe. You can read more of Robin's story in her book: The Wild Oats Project. 2017-02-0754 min
Taboo Tales PodcastIsabeau Hansen & the pressure to be normalIsabeau was born into a different kind of family and she's always had a spiel about it (I have four parents: two gay dads and two lesbian moms. They were all friends who decided to have a baby and co-parent together. And then they had me.). Isabeau felt constant pressure to prove to all the naysayers that gay parents are perfect. One slip and rights could be taken away! 2017-01-1954 min
Taboo Tales PodcastJenna Brister & rolling the diceComedian and cutest person ever, Jenna Brister, joins us in the studio to talk funny about something serious: domestic abuse. After a whirlwind romantic relationship with early open-door pee sessions, Jenna found herself married in Vegas and then in an abusive marriage. She found the strength and the community to help her get out quickly. She's bares all with this vulnerable story that will make you laugh, shock you with its truth, and get you to fall in love with this super brave funny lady. 2016-12-1555 min
Taboo Tales PodcastLiz Brown & the second hand PTSD The wonderful Liz Brown is back! This time she shares about how being the daughter of a veteran has more effects than one would think - some difficult, and some hilarious. MAKE STORIES NOT WAR!2016-11-1645 min
Taboo Tales PodcastSimone Deblasio & the wine Our favorite co-producer and sweetest human, Simone Deblasio, is back with her tale of addiction, relationships, and addiction in relationships. Funny, brave and oh so relatable.2016-10-2652 min
Taboo Tales PodcastMichael Feldman & the collections. It's the return of our very own Taboo Tales prom king, Mr. Michael Feldman (pictured here with his handsome husband and fellow Taboo Tales alumni, Michael Rachlis)! Michael and his never ending supply of taboos has #blessed us for yet another session of over-sharing. You will laugh, you might cry, and you will definitely never think of Fraggle Rock the same way again!2016-10-0558 min
Taboo Tales PodcastWyatt Gray & the good vibrations The wonderful Wyatt Gray, wise beyond his years and deeply thoughtful, tells Taboo Tales how overcoming a childhood language issue made him the man he is today. We love Wyatt and so will you!2016-09-0745 min
Taboo Tales PodcastCorey & the revenge gone wrong The tables are turned once again! This time Taboo Tales host, Corey Podell, is the guest while Laurenne revels in finally being able to grill her. Extra special thanks to DeJon Joyner for killing it as guest co host. Corey is super scared to share this story, so be gentle.2016-08-2445 min
Taboo Tales PodcastLaura House & the first time fail No one gets pregnant the first time they have sex! Well, except for Laura House that is. This week, Laura returns to share her tale of what it was like to be young, pregnant, and living in Texas right after her V card got swiped.2016-08-1058 min
Taboo Tales PodcastEddie & the leopard print What's it like to be a male stripper? Eddie Alfano can tell you. And while he does, you'll learn a lot about the male objectification experience (hint: it's really different than the female objectification experience). Eddie gets real about putting his life on hold and making money the sometimes hard way.2016-07-2952 min
Taboo Tales PodcastDebbie & the 18 eggs The hilarious and wonderful Debbie lets us in on the world of immigrant parents, potential motherhood, and the difficulty of leading two lives.2016-06-2947 min
Taboo Tales PodcastAllyson & the obsession Allyson Weinhold joins us this week to talk about how her obsession with "emotionally unavailable Evan" actually uncovered what her REAL obsession was.2016-06-1432 min
Taboo Tales PodcastDeJon Joyner & the black and white thinking DeJon Joyner shares his experience about what it was like to go from from being the only black kid in his class in the suburbs to being the only "white" kid in his class in Watts. Talking about race can be hard to navigate, but DeJon couldn't be a more gracious guide.2016-06-0147 min
Taboo Tales PodcastHayley Terris & the accidental porn stardom Some people dream about getting into porn, some end up in it because of unhappy circumstances, but Hayley Terris? She fell into it accidentally - and literally. Listen to her hilarious and heartfelt piece about healing, acceptance, and unlikely fame.2016-05-0431 min
Taboo Tales PodcastDiane Pershing & the illegal transaction In this episode the wonderful actress and storyteller, Diane Pershing, opens up about what life was like for a young pregnant woman in the time before Roe vs. Wade. Diane's story makes us realize just how many rights we take for granted nowadays!2016-04-2038 min
Taboo Tales PodcastNavaris & the racial "preferences" Navaris Darson, pro improv actor and comedian, gets real about his dating experience as a black man in Los Angeles. He just wants to go to bang town a couple more times a week but finds some roadblocks due to racial "preferences."2016-03-3135 min
Taboo Tales PodcastCelia Finkelstein & the house full of nuts Celia Finkelstein gets real about what it's like to live with a brain that plays tricks on you and how it feels to check into a psych ward for a short weekend getaway.2016-03-1533 min
Taboo Tales PodcastKeryl Brown & the pulling problem Keryl gets honest about her addiction to pulling hair, trichotillomania (or as the kids call it: trich). Listen to her journey. Even if you've never pulled, you can totally relate to what's behind it all (fear, anxiety... the old standards).2016-02-2448 min
Taboo Tales PodcastT. Chick McClure & his best friend Natalie The wonderfully transparent writer and comedian T. Chick opens up about hitting rock bottom as he apologizes for all he might have done while drunk-- including cooking boogers on the radiator. Check out T. Chick's photography here: http://bit.ly/1WcJgAU2016-02-1341 min
Taboo Tales PodcastDerek Bloch & the billion year contract Former Scientologist, Derek Bloch, shares his harrowing history of institutional abuse at the hands of the Sea Org, his eventual escape, and dedication to rebuilding his life over the past few years. Derek speaks his truth without fear, and is a beautiful example of how it's never too late to start over, despite challenging circumstances. We are so proud to have Derek as part of our Taboo Tales community.2016-01-121h 05
Taboo Tales PodcastLaurenne Sala & the open heart Host becomes guest on this very special episode! Laurenne Sala is obsessed with death. So much so, that she signed up for an anatomy class where she learned a lot about the body, and even more about the heart.2015-12-1751 min
Taboo Tales PodcastAysha Wax & her time as a Jewish Mormon Comedian and writer, Aysha Wax, joins us to talk about the time in her life when she was a Jewish American Mormon Princess. This piece isn't just about religion - its about family, community, and identity. You'll love it! (And Aysha)2015-12-0539 min
Taboo Tales PodcastBeth Littleford & the mid-life crisis Hilarious and wonderful Beth Littleford (The Daily Show, Dog with a Blog) reads her Taboo Tale and chats with us about divorce, motherhood, and that sweet California kush...2015-11-0356 min
Taboo Tales PodcastMisty McAfee & her search for Dad The wise and wonderful writer, Misty McAfee, joins us with her piece about searching for her father and the unexpected results of finally finding him.2015-10-2144 min
Taboo Tales PodcastJohanna Stein & the practical joke The hilarious and wonderful Johanna Stein, author of the memoir, "How to Not Calm a Child on a Plane", joins us to share her piece about an epic prank gone awry and the conversation continues into the REAL REALNESS of parenthood.2015-09-2945 min
Taboo Tales PodcastLarry Meyers & all the feelings Larry Meyers joins us today to share his funny and touching piece on finally dealing with the beast of depression, vulnerability, and being a father to two daughters in today's world.2015-08-3152 min
Taboo Tales PodcastAnna Metcalf & the mothering of her mother Anna Metcalf hates the word 'retard.' Mostly because she heard it while growing up with a mom whose IQ is less than that of Forrest Gump. Listen to how she's dealt with mothering her own mother and laugh at some of the sweet mistakes a mom like Anna's could only make.2015-08-1639 min
Taboo Tales PodcastJeanie Bergen & sisterly love This week, we talk to writer Jeanie Bergen about what it was like to go from care free to care taker in an instant. When Jeanie had to shift her life around to make room for her sister Edna, she faced more than just government red tape and rude looks - she faced her feelings. AND WE LOVE FEELINGS!2015-07-3053 min
Taboo Tales PodcastMichael Aspinwall & the very long engagement Relationships are hard, and no one knows more about that than this weeks guest Michael Aspinwall. Laughs will be had, a tear or two shall be shed and progress in the big wide world of LOVE will be made!2015-07-1650 min
Taboo Tales PodcastSarah Gaboury & the frozen eggs What happens when those eggs you froze as a young co ed over a decade ago come a knockin' at your door? This week the delightful and unabashedly honest, Sarah Gaboury, joins us to talk about what a REAL modern family looks like in today's world. If you want to laugh, cry, and feel all the feelings - listen up!2015-06-2642 min
Taboo Tales PodcastPatrick Burleigh & the precocious puberty Patrick Burleigh joins the podcast today with his incredibly unique story of growing up with a condition that caused him to begin puberty as a toddler. Yes, you read that right - a toddler. What does it mean to literally not have a childhood and have hormones pulsing through your infant veins? Listen up & find out!2015-06-0946 min
Taboo Tales PodcastLisa Orkin & the altoid adventure Lisa Orkin, tornado of talent, joins us to talk about dating and sex after "a certain age" - she is so real and down to earth-- a truly awesome woman. What a fun episode!2015-05-2240 min
Taboo Tales PodcastIan Murphy & the night he knew The charming and oh so enjoyable Ian Murphy joins us this week to share his story of a college hook up gone awry, his inner Liberace, and finally facing the truth about himself. This episode is so fun - we laugh a ton and know you will too.2015-05-0730 min
Taboo Tales PodcastPaul Gilmartin & that Mommy issue Paul Gilmartin - comedian, podcast host, writer, and generally beautiful human being - sits down with us for a very special episode. Not only does Paul share his truly vulnerable and bravely told story, but he turns the tables on Corey and deftly breaks down her walls straight into an ugly cry. This episode is a hybrid of storytelling, bonding, therapy and of course, laughter.2015-04-221h 08
Taboo Tales PodcastLaura House & the Un-fillable Hole Writer & comedian, Laura House, tells us her tale of the unfillable hole that not knowing her birth family created, and the myriad of funny, thrilling, and unconventional ways she's tried to fill it.2015-04-031h 12
Taboo Tales PodcastAndy Nicastro & the Hollywood motel Writer and beautiful human, Andy Nicastro, opens up about the lengths he went to in chasing a high that never satisfied. So many people can relate to Andy's journey and yet so few can put it into words like he does.2015-03-1034 min
Taboo Tales PodcastJessie Kahnweiler & the Duchess of Rapesville Jessie Kahnweiler - bold, brash, ballsy, and beautiful - joins us with the powerful piece she read in Taboo Tales last summer and our conversation goes just about everywhere from there - she even makes Corey cry. Like ugly cry. Really ugly.2015-02-1844 min
Taboo Tales PodcastCharlotte & the accidents Charlotte tells us what it's like to be born without a very important body part.2015-02-0433 min
Taboo Tales PodcastDebbie Jhoon, Ian Alda & the deflowering process Hilarious writers and performers and REAL LIFE COUPLE Ian Alda and Debbie Jhoon share their dual story of how Ian took Debbie's V card at the ripe age of thirty something ish. A MUST LISTEN!2015-01-221h 01Taboo Tales PodcastStirling Gardner & the love stuff Creator of "An Open Apology", Stirling Gardner, joins us for this especially powerful episode, where he reads one of the most memorable pieces to ever grace our stage. We are thrilled to be able to share it with you!2014-11-2400 min
Taboo Tales PodcastCourtney Pape & the uneven twins We sit down with the adorable Courtney Pape to hear about what having a full C and a small A cup means to a young woman and how her attempts at making Mary Kate and Ashley look more identical finally brought her to body acceptance.2014-11-0334 min
Taboo Tales PodcastStephanie Phillips & the pocket man When Stephanie realized she would only see one penis for the rest of her life, she took to the internet for some pre-webcam adventures. She swears she was JUST typing.2014-10-1335 min
Taboo Tales PodcastBennett Rea & the exciting raffle Growing up an Evangelical Christian, Bennett decided to break the rules. With Liv Tyler's boobs.2014-09-2433 min
Taboo Tales PodcastPeggy Mannix Slattery & the Vagina Comeback Everyone loves a good comeback story - Robert Downey Jr., Betty White, Weird Al and of course Peggy Mannix Slattery's vagina's comeback. Listen in to one of our very favorite women talk about free love, family, and how her lady business is BACK IN BUSINESS!2014-08-2937 min
Taboo Tales PodcastChristian Krauspe & the food stuff Playwright and two time Taboo Taler, Christian Krauspe, joins the podcast to talk about being a man with food and body issues, sobriety, and how kissing someone after they've eaten dessert causes a very special type of anxiety...plus he's got a pretty sexy voice...just sayin.2014-08-1338 min
Taboo Tales PodcastSarah Tapscott & the shower Hilarious writer and performer Sarah Tapscott shares her tale of a sex act gone awry, piercings we thought were good ideas in our 20's, and much more in this week's super fun episode!2014-07-2939 min
Taboo Tales PodcastSuzanne Whang & the pesky cancer Listen with rapt ears as Suzanne Whang talks about her journey through and back from Stage 4 breast cancer2014-07-0154 min
Taboo Tales PodcastJenna Brister & the happy ending The hilarious Jenna Brister dishes on massage parlor etiquette in one of our steamiest Taboo Tales to date.2014-06-1832 min
Taboo Tales PodcastMichael Kass & the jungle trip Writer Michael Kass shares his life-altering experience in Peru with a very special tea and a very demanding mother-- Mother Ayahuasca.2014-05-2128 min
Taboo Tales PodcastAzie Dungey & the torturous tourists Azie Dungey, creator of the popular web series, "Ask a Slave," shares her hilarious and somewhat alarming tale of working at Mt. Vernon and the magic that's been spun from that experience ever since.2014-05-0634 min
Taboo Tales PodcastRahul Subramanian & the 100th break-up Writer, sensitive bearded man, and co-producer of Taboo Tales - Rahul Subramanian shares his story of heartbreak(s) and what it's like to be the recipient of numerous "you're great, but..." emails.2014-04-2431 min
Taboo Tales PodcastBill Ratner & the Christmas goggles The man with a voice of an angel - or perhaps the voice of God actually - takes us back to 1970's Topanga Canyon.2014-04-0827 min
Taboo Tales PodcastDanielle B & the turkey lips Danielle B talks about the vagina - hers - in one of the most popular tales to grace the Taboo Tales stage. It's a vagina monologue that would make vagina monologues blush.2014-03-2628 min
Taboo Tales PodcastMike Truesdale & fathers in the Philippines Mike Truesdale figures out how to be a comedian, father, husband, and storyteller. And how to do it all better than his father did it (by cheating in the Philippines).2014-03-1133 min
Taboo Tales PodcastSimone DeBlasio & the right order She has a lot going on. In her head.2014-02-2524 min
Taboo Tales PodcastAndrea Abbate & the aunt in a jar This week, Andrea Abbate comes into the Taboo studio to share her most taboo tale of all: Andrea's aunt lived in her mom's closet. In a jar.2014-02-0628 min
Taboo Tales PodcastRob Morgan & the best bathroom This week Rob Morgan joins us with the tale, "Doing the Fred Astaire", highlighting the Summer of '77. Its just one of his stories from a life that's ONE.BIG.TABOO.TALE!2014-01-2131 min
Taboo Tales PodcastMichael Rachlis & the people pleasing Lend your ear this week to actor/writer/people pleasing expert, Michael Rachlis, as he shares about true love, gay shame, and having a semi-nudist Rabbi for a father.2014-01-0836 min
Taboo Tales PodcastMichael Feldman & the video game accident In this episode, Laurenne & Rahul interview THE J. Michael Feldman, writer for The Neighbors, creator and star of Fairy Tale Theater 18 & Older, and current member of the Groundling's Sunday Company. Michael shares his tale about OCD, the "n-word incident", and video game addictions.2013-12-1926 min
Taboo Tales PodcastLiz Brown & flying high On this week's episode, writer and Taboo Tales veteran Liz Brown teaches us how to fly "high" across the country. Produced by Carl Lybecker www.tabootales.org https://www.facebook.com/TabooTales2013-11-1325 min
Taboo Tales PodcastCraig Cox & the cute tape dispenser Craig Cox talks all about his family-- a family that refuses to talk about anything. www.tabootales.org https://www.facebook.com/TabooTales Produced by Carl Lybecker2013-10-3025 min
Taboo Tales PodcastGrant Lyon & the fear of fatherhood In the very first episode of the Taboo Tales Podcast, comedian Grant Lyon, tells us his story about life on the road, the fear of fatherhood, and what it all means to Christian Scientists. www.tabootales.org https://www.facebook.com/TabooTales Produced by Carl Lybecker2013-09-1338 min