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REAL WordsS2 E13 "The ECT Series" with guest Shayanne MarinActress Shayanne Marin stops by Real Words, for Part 13 of The ECT Series, to talk about "White Rabbit, Red Rabbit," an unusual play written by Nassim Soleimanpour. AShayanne will perform on February 24th; this innovative piece which features a different actor in each performance.
The actors don't see the script until the night of their specific performance - they know nothing about the story.
You can purchase tickets at electriccompanytheatre.org
Run Dates: February 10 - March 5
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 7:00pm2025-01-2515 minREAL WordsS2 E12 "The ECT Series" with guest Aaron HuntActor Aaron Hunt stops by Real Words, for Part 12 of The ECT Series, to talk about "White Rabbit, Red Rabbit," an unusual play written by Nassim Soleimanpour. Aaron will perform on February 18th; this innovative piece which features a different actor in each performance.
The actors don't see the script until the night of their specific performance - they know nothing about the story.
You can purchase tickets at electriccompanytheatre.org
Run Dates: February 10 - March 5
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 7:00pm2025-01-2411 minREAL WordsS2 E11 "The ECT Series" with guest Walter Gray IVActorWalter Gray IV stops by Real Words, for Part 11 of The ECT Series, to talk about "White Rabbit, Red Rabbit," an unusual play written by Nassim Soleimanpour. Walter will perform on February 24th; this innovative piece which features a different actor in each performance.
The actors don't see the script until the night of their specific performance - they know nothing about the story.
You can purchase tickets at electriccompanytheatre.org
Run Dates: February 10 - March 5
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 7:00pm2025-01-2416 minREAL WordsS2 E10 "The ECT Series" with guest Jose OrozcoActor Jose Orozco stops by Real Words, for Part 10 of The ECT Series, to talk about "White Rabbit, Red Rabbit," an unusual play written by Nassim Soleimanpour. Jose will perform on closing night March 5th; this innovative piece which features a different actor in each performance.
The actors don't see the script until the night of their specific performance - they know nothing about the story.
You can purchase tickets at electriccompanytheatre.org
Run Dates: February 10 - March 5
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 7:00pm2025-01-2414 minREAL WordsS2 E9 "The ECT Series" with guest Bobby GonzalezActor Bobby Gonzalez stops by Real Words, for Part 9 of The ECT Series, to talk about "White Rabbit, Red Rabbit," an unusual play written by Nassim Soleimanpour. Bobby will perform on February 11. This innovative piece which features a different actor in each performance.
The actors don't see the script until the night of their specific performance - they know nothing about the story.
You can purchase tickets at electriccompanytheatre.org
Run Dates: February 10 - March 5
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 7:00pm2025-01-2320 minREAL WordsS2 E8 "The ECT Series" with guest Justine SombilonJustine Sombilon stops by to talk about "White Rabbit, Red Rabbit," an unusual play by playwright Nassim Soleimanpour. Justone will perform on February 17th.
This innovative piece features a different actor in each performance.
Each actor first receives the script on the night of their performance.
You can purchase tickets at electriccompanytheatre.org
Run Dates: February 10 - March 5
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 7:00pm2025-01-2208 min
REAL WordsS2 E7 "The ECT Series" with guest Jeff PaulActor Jeff Paul stops by Real Words, for Part 7 of The ECT Series, to talk about "White Rabbit, Red Rabbit," an unusual play written by Nassim Soleimanpour. Jeff will perform on March 4th; this innovative piece which features a different actor in each performance.
The actors don't see the script until the night of their specific performance - they know nothing about the story.
You can purchase tickets at electriccompanytheatre.org
Run Dates: February 10 - March 5
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 7:00pm2025-01-2219 minREAL WordsS2 E6 "The ECT Series" with guest Michael ReehlActor Michael Reehl stops by Real Words, for Part 6 of The ECT Series, to talk about "White Rabbit, Red Rabbit," an unusual play written by Nassim Soleimanpour. Michael will perform on February 19; this innovative piece which features a different actor in each performance.
The actors don't see the script until the night of their specific performance - they know nothing about the story.
You can purchase tickets at electriccompanytheatre.org
Run Dates: February 10 - March 5
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 7:00pm2025-01-2109 min
REAL WordsS2 E4 "The ECT Series" with guest Kyle HayesKyle Hayes stops by for Part 4 of the "The ECT Series" to talk about "White Rabbit, Red Rabbit," an unusual play by playwright Nassim Soleimanpour. Kyle performs this innovative piece on February 26th at 7pm.
The production features a different actor in each performance. Each actor first receives the script on the night of their performance.
You can purchase tickets at electriccompanytheatre.org
Run Dates: February 10 - March 5
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 7:00pm2025-01-1808 minREAL WordsS2 E5 "The ECT Series" with guest Andrea DodsonActress Andrea Dodson stops by Real Words, for Part 5 of The ECT Series, to talk about "White Rabbit, Red Rabbit," an unusual play written by Nassim Soleimanpour. Andrea will perform on March 3; this innovative piece which features a different actor in each performance.
The actors don't see the script until the night of their specific performance - they know nothing about the story.
You can purchase tickets at electriccompanytheatre.org
Run Dates: February 10 - March 5
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 7:00pm2025-01-1810 min
REAL WordsS2 E3 "The ECT Series" with guest Renee CurtisActress Renee Curtis stops by Real Words, for Part 3 of The ECT Series, to talk about "White Rabbit, Red Rabbit," an unusual play written by Nassim Soleimanpour. Renee will perform on February 12th - Night 3 of this innovative piece which features a different actor in each performance.
The actors don't see the script until the night of their specific performance - they know nothing about the story.
You can purchase tickets at electriccompanytheatre.org
Run Dates: February 10 - March 5
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 7:00pm2025-01-1608 minREAL WordsS2 E1 "The ECT Series" with Guest Brian Johnson of The Electric Company TheatreBrian Johnson Co-Artistic Director of The Electric Company Theatre stops by Real Words to talk about "White Rabbit Red Rabbit," the innovative and unusual play by Nassim Soleimanpour. Each night will feature a different actor in a solo performance of a script they've never seen.
You can purchase tickets at electriccompanytheatre.org
Run Dates: FEB 10 - MAR 5, 2025
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays 7:00pm2025-01-1313 minREAL WordsS2 E2 "The ECT Series" with Guest Callie Prendiville JohnsonPart 2: Callie Prendiville Johnson stops by to talk about "White Rabbit, Red Rabbit," an unusual play by playwright Nassim Soleimanpour. Callie will perform opening night of this innovative piece which features a different actor in each performance.
Each actor first receives the script on the night of their performance.
You can purchase tickets at electriccompanytheatre.org
Run Dates: February 10 - March 5
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 7:00pm2025-01-1223 min
REAL WordsS1 E36 Guest: Jessica Miller-Merrell, Author & EntrepreneurJess Miller-Merrell once told Rayanne, "I shit ideas."
Her prolific work and ability to create proves the truth of that statement.
We'll talk about her writing, her latest book, "Digitizing Talent: Creative Strategies for the Digital Recruiting Age" and what's next for her.
Jessica Miller-Merrell is the Founder of Workology, a workplace resource for HR, recruiting professionals and business leaders. The site was listed twice as a top 75 career resource by Forbes Magazine. Jessica is the president and CEO of Xceptional HR, a human capital strategy and consulting agency, and is listed by Forbes as a top 50 social media power...2024-07-2436 min
REAL WordsS1 E35 Guest: S.A. McClellon, Author "No AI Cover Art, please!"Author S.A. McClellon -Sydney McClellon has been through it and her writing career has barely gotten off the ground. Listen in as I talk with S.A. about her "AI Cover Art" battle with a former publisher.
S.A. McClellon is a queer author born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She has also resided Arizona, Colorado, Minnesota, Louisiana, and now Texas where she received her 2023 B.A. in English and B.A. in Media Arts at the University of North Texas.
During her downtime, she loves going on walks, getting little treats at her favorite dessert shops, visiting her local...2024-07-0233 min
REAL WordsS1 E34 Guest: Jeff McNeal, Voice ArtistIt's not unusual to hear an AI voice in Voiceovers. Rayanne will talk to Voice Artist, Jeff McNeal about the impact AI is having on voice artists and singers.
Jeff McNeal is a Southern California native and voice over artist, in the truest sense. Beginning as a Monterey, CA radio personality in 1978, he quickly achieved his goal of returning home to the Los Angeles radio market the following year, while still a teenager, where he was heard on several prominent L.A. radio stations including KIIS FM and KRTH 101, before moving to San Francisco in 1982 to host PM drive for...2024-06-261h 05
REAL WordsS1 E33 Poetry: A Child Once More by RTK"A Child Once More"
poem by RTK2024-06-2001 min
REAL WordsS1 E32 Guest: Prolific Writer, John Sumser, Student of AIUndoubtedly, there are millions of words floating around the digital world which have been penned, typed, edited, re-edited, and re-distributed by the incomparable John Sumser.
You won't want to miss this conversation.
Prior to joining Salary.com as VP of HR, Sumser was a principal analyst for HRExaminer for 15+ years, covering HR Technology and the intersection of people, tech, and work.
John’s mix of experience over the course of his career gives him a broad and unique perspective on the industry. Like anyone trying to process a lot of information, he is two or three steps ahead in some ar...2024-06-1958 min
REAL WordsS1 E31 Guest: Author & Speaker Mitch Joel, "Six Pixels of Separation"Mitch Joel hops on a Real Words chat with Rayanne to talk about writing, speaking, and originality of thought.
When brands like Google, Starbucks, Shopify and GE want to leverage technology to better connect with their consumers, they call Mitch Joel. He has been called “one of North America’s leading visionaries” by Strategy Magazine. Mitch is Co-Founder of ThinkersOne - a platform that empowers companies with personalized and bite-sized thought leadership from the best Thinkers in the world. Prior to Six Pixels Group, Mitch spent close to two decades building, running and selling his agency to WPP. In that role...2024-06-1833 min
REAL WordsS1 E30 Guest: Yvonne Pepin-Wakefield, Author & ArtistYvonne Pepin-Wakefield joins Rayanne to discuss becoming an author and the transformation of art. Does art make a difference in the world?
learn more:
https://www.yvonnepepinwakefield.com/
Yvonne's Pomegranates: https://www.yvonnepepinwakefield.com/...
Yvonne's YouTube Channel: / @yvonnewakefieldart
Yvonne Pepin-Wakefield writes and makes art in a studio on Oregon’s side of the Columbia River. She is internationally published and exhibited and has received awards for her teaching. Her post-doctoral research on art and psychology is published in numerous international journals.
At age 18 Yvonne built a log cabin in the Oregon mountains and began her career as a writer and a...2024-06-1327 min
REAL WordsS1 E29 Guest: Mary Krell-Oishi, "Teacher to Screenwriter"Screenwriter Mary Krell-Oishi joins Rayanne for some real words about her "choice to write."
Mary Krell-Oishi was a public high school teacher for 35 years. The last 26 years were spent teaching theater at Sunny Hills High School in Fullerton, CA. IN 2009, during her last year of teaching, after years of writing plays for her teenage students, she took a screenwriting class. The script she wrote, WHAT WOULD MEG RYAN DO? a romantic comedy, went on to win several screenwriting contests.
In 2010, she entered the Industry Insider contest. Her screenplay SECRET ASIAN MAN, an action comedy, was selected by the legendary writer...2024-06-1136 min
REAL WordsS1 E28 Guest: Resident Poet, Martin BurnsReal Word's Resident Poet Martin Burns will share some insight into writing poetry. Rhyming vs. Free Verse, metaphors and storytelling.
Get ready for "The Poetry Clinic, part 1."2024-05-2951 min
REAL WordsS1 E27 Guest: Steve Maggiora, Musician & SongwriterSteve Maggiora stops by Real Words to chat with Rayanne about his process and progress - will AI impact creativity?
Palo Alto, California-based Musician Steve Maggiora is a multi-talented musician, songwriter, producer and entertainer. Making his living both as a session musician and live musician, Steve is deeply passionate in the music he creates, which is made apparent through his sultry smokey voice and rich keyboard voicing. He can be heard on thousands of recordings, including songs with TOTO, Steve Lukather, Marc Broussard, Daniel Powter, Natalie Imbruglia, Joshua Radin and more. He has performed to hundreds of thousands of concert-goers...2024-05-2230 minREAL WordsS1 E26 Poetry: Empty Glass by Derek A. Zeller"Empty Glass" is a poem by Derek A. Zeller and found in his book "Thoughts & Poems for the educated common man"
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Derek passed away in 2021. He was loved and respected by so so many.
As his niece has said, "He was an empath and genuinely felt, understood, and cared for everyone around him." An empath, indeed.2024-05-1701 min
REAL WordsS1 E25 Guest: Author William J. Wiggins, "Bridging the Gap Between People and Profit"William J. Wiggins joins Rayanne to talk about his book, Humane Resources, his passion for HR - why write a book, and what the future holds for new authors and creators.
HR Professional William J. Wiggins book "Humane Resources" is a testament to the dynamic intersection of humanity and management, challenging traditional concepts of HR in favor of an approach that emphasizes human connection, empathy, and kindness.2024-05-1534 min
REAL WordsQuick Clip with Laura Gassner OttingLaura Gassner Otting shares some "real words" with Rayanne Thorn Krueger about why she writes the way she does. Check out the full interview here: https://soundcloud.com/realwords-180357934/s1-e22-guest-author-speaker-laura-gassner-otting2024-05-1300 min
REAL WordsS1 E24 Guest: Author, Nathan Makaryk of "Nottingham" & "Lionheart"Nathan Makaryk, author & performer, visits with Rayanne to discuss his writing process, creativity in the future, and what's next for him!
Nathan Makaryk is the author of historical fiction epics NOTTINGHAM and LIONHEARTS, published by Tor/Forge (US) and Bantam (AUS). He has several new books he can’t speak about quite yet, and is a frequent speaker at Writers Digest Writer Conventions. Outside of writing, Nathan is a theater owner, playwright, director, actor, stage combat choreographer, and improv comedian—founder of Improv Shmimprov, one of California’s longest-running improv groups, which has allowed Nathan to perform all over the world...2024-05-0935 min
REAL WordsS1 E23 Guest: Katrina Collier, Author Of The Robot-Proof Recruiter And More!Katrina Collier chats live with me to talk writing for business and her recently completed memoir, "The Damage of Words: a Memoir of Healing Self-Hate and Gaining Self-Mastery" - there's a great deal to talk about!
-- Live-streamed to LinkedIn and YouTube and available on-demand whevever you listen to your favorite podcast.--
Professionally, Katrina Collier is on a mission to end the collaboration issues between recruiters and hiring managers, creating clunky recruitment processes and a poor candidate experience. She delivers design-thinking workshops to managers or talent acquisition to swiftly uncover and solve the real issues preventing successful hiring. She...2024-05-0944 min
REAL WordsS1 E22 Guest: Author & Speaker Laura Gassner OttingBest Selling Author, Media Personality, and Speaker Laura Gassner Otting joins Rayanne for a discussion about Big Ideas, AI, and what's next for her.
Laura’s secret superpower is seeing your greatness and reflecting it back on you, so that you can get “unstuck” — and achieve extraordinary results.
A frequent contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily, Laura is the Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author of three books, Wonderhell, Limitless, and Mission-Driven. Laura’s 30-year resume is defined by her entrepreneurial edge. She served as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton’s White House, helpi...2024-04-2948 min
REAL WordsS1 E21 Poetry: "Thinking" It's All In The State Of MindThinking by Walter D. Wintle
If you think you are beaten, you are;
If you think you dare not, you don't.
If you like to win, but think you can't,
It's almost a cinch you won't.
If you think you'll lose, you're lost;
For out in the world we find,
Success begins with a fellow's will;
It's all in the state of mind.
Full many a race is lost
E'er even a step is run
And many a coward fails
E'er even the work is begun.
Think big and your deeds will grow.
Think small and you'll fall behind,
Think...2024-04-2902 min
REAL WordsS1 E20 Guest: Writer Cory Reeder "Renaissance Man"Cory Reeder (Playwright, Screenwriter, and Novelist) stops by to have some REAL Words with Rayanne.
Cory Reeder is an award-winning film director, producer, and screenwriter renowned for blending disability-inclusive storytelling with cinematic excellence. Notably, collaborating with artists such as System of a Down, Korn, Seether, and Hayley Kiyoko, his productions champion inclusive casts and crews. Cory's work has been featured in festivals worldwide and amassed nearly a billion views online.
Adding dimension to his portfolio, Cory has completed his debut novel, "Deconstructing the Boogeyman." Rooted in his personal journey of confronting childhood trauma, the novel provides heartbreaking, hilarious, and practical...2024-04-2537 minREAL WordsS1 E19 Poetry: "SALT" by m. burnsREAL Words Poetry
SALT by m. burns
Martin Burns - insta: @writermoe_poetry is REAL Words' Featured Poet for April 2024
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close enough to merge,
distant enough to yearn
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REAL Words features poetry by REAL humans2024-04-2501 minREAL WordsS1 E18 Poetry: "Cassanova and Delilah" by rtkThis episode features the poem:
Cassanova and Delilah by rtk
"empty halls echo with
laughter once known"2024-04-1902 min
REAL WordsS1 E17 Guest: Author Zack Helminiak, "Truffle Cat"1st Time Children's Book Author, Author Zack, chats with Rayanne Thorn Krueger about his new book, "Truffle Cat."
Zack is a co-founder and the CEO of Nomadix, a company that creates sustainable, versatile, and high-performance products for travelers and outdoor enthusiasts. Besides his work at Nomadix, Zack is also a children's book author. His first board book, "Truffle Cat," is an inspiring story about a curious cat who pursues his dream of becoming a truffle hunter. Truffle Cat encourages children to explore new places and pursue their passions no matter what obstacles are in the way. Zack grew up in...2024-04-1822 minREAL WordsS1 E16 Poetry: "the echoing shore" by m. burnsMartin Burns - insta: @writermoe_poetry is REAL Words' Featured Poet for April 2024
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the cackle of the clairvoyant -
the whistle in the dark alley
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REAL Words features poetry by REAL humans2024-04-1802 min
REAL WordsS1 E15 Guest: Author Jill Gunderson, "That Time That I Love You"Beach Town Series:
Author of "That Time I Loved You" Jill Gunderson stops by Real Words to chat with Rayanne about her book, the writing process, and what's next for her.
Jill is the author of ‘That Time I Loved You.’ She's a Canadian living in California with her husband, 4 kids, and labradoodle. When she's not making beds, school lunches or chasing my dog down our street, she's usually lost in an Audible while folding laundry and sipping wine. She can also be caught stealing her friends and family’s food at restaurants ‘just to taste’.
*Part 9 of a 10-part series spo...2024-04-1718 min
REAL WordsS1 E14 Guest: Author KC McGee, "Keep Me" - A Story Of CourageBeach Town Series
Author KC McGee stops by REAL Words to chat with Rayanne about her book, "Keep Me" - a story of courage and survival.
KC McGee was born March, 1972, while her journey has been altered throughout her life, she pressed forward raising her nine children, she pursued her career as a Novelist while working and studying Behavioral Health at UCSD, she is now on her journey to becoming a well- known Novelist captivating readers with her five-book series and more, building her legacy for her children. Today she is a published Author pursuing her dreams.
*Part 8 of a 10...2024-04-1623 min
REAL WordsS1 E13 Guest: Author Matthew Arnold Stern, "The Remainders"Beach Town Series:
Matthew Arnold Stern, writer and speaker, will chat with Rayanne about his book, The Remainders," his process, and what's next for him.
Matthew Arnold Stern is an award-winning writer and public speaker. He has written professionally since 1983 as a technical writer, publicist, and journalist. He published four novels, including Amiga and The Remainders, and a guide to impromptu speaking, Mastering Table Topics. Matthew grew up in Reseda in the San Fernando Valley, where he graduated valedictorian from Reseda High School and earned a Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in English from California State University...2024-04-1626 min
REAL WordsS1 E12 Guest: Author Farnaz Calafi, "Hazel And Her Sun"Beach Town Series:
Farnaz Calafi joins Rayanne for a chat about her book "Hazel and Her Sun," her process, and what's next for her.
Farnaz Calafi loves writing in all genres. Whether fact-based & well-researched, or fictional & out of this world bizarre! She previously worked for the Los Angeles Times & her OpEd pieces have been published in USA Today, San Diego Union-Tribune, & The New York Times.
*Episode 6 of a 10-part series sponsored by Beach Town Books, celebrating their Author Pop Up Event on April 20-21.
Beach Town Books
99 Avenida Serra,
San Clemente, CA2024-04-1519 min
REAL WordsS1 E11 Guest: Author Toni Haas, "Goodnight Surf City"Beach Town Series
Author of "Goodnight Surf City" Toni Haas joins Rayanne Thorn Krueger to talk about her book, her art, the creative process, and what's next for her.
Toni Haas, a fifth-generation Southern Californian, beautifully intertwines her love for art and her deep roots in Huntington Beach within her work. Growing up in the San Bernardino Mountains and having spent numerous summers in Huntington Beach before making it her home in the late 80's, Toni's connection with the locale shines brightly in her narratives. Today, Toni cherishes moments with her grandchildren. For Toni, life is about family, nature, and...2024-04-1414 min
REAL WordsS1 E10 Guest: Author Ally Stay, "The Elderen Wood"Beach Town Series
Beach Town Series:
Author Ally Stay joins Rayanne for a chat about her book, "The Elderen Wood" and what inspires her!
Although Ally grew up on the sunny beaches of Southern California, her imagination often took her elsewhere. She spent most of her childhood watching The Lord of The Rings and writing silly stories of magic, castles, and dragons. As she grew, this love grew with her. Her imaginative mind allowed her to explore creativity in other realms, such as dance, art, and film making. When she is not trying to complete her reading goal on Goodreads...2024-04-1319 min
REAL WordsS1 E9 Guest: Eric Wade, Author of "America vs. Americans"Eric Wade, Author of "America vs. Americans: How Capitalism Has Failed a Capitalist Nation and What We Can do About it" chats with Rayanne Thorn Krueger about inspiration, being a writer, creators in the future.
Eric is a featured author at the Upcoming Author Pop-Up Event at Beach Town Books in San Clemente, CA.
Eric Wade is the editor of Stansberry Research’s cryptocurrency investment advisories, which have created millionaires and changed people’s lives. Eric made Internet history selling the first domain name (Wallstreet.com) for over $1 million, sold a movie script to actor Adam Sandler, and founded a Los...2024-04-1230 min
REAL WordsS1 E8 Guest: Author Lynn Abaté - Johnson "Voices Of The 21st Century"Beach Town Series:
Author Lynn Abaté-Johnson chats with Rayanne about her book, "Voices of the 21st Century: Women Empowered through Passion and Purpose."
Inspirational keynote speaker and two-time International bestselling author, Lynn Abaté-Johnson has been building global communities on and offline since before it was a “thing”. In 2022, she published her non-fiction, “Out Of Love: A Daughter’s Journey With Her Mom To The End”. This account of Lynn’s experience after her mom’s cancer diagnosis was written in service of other family caregivers. Lynn’s 2nd International bestseller, “Voices of the 21st Century: Women Empowered Through Passion and Purpose”...2024-04-1129 min
REAL WordsS1 E7 Guest: Author Kari Elizabeth And Her Memoir "Discarded"[15 min]
Kari Elizabeth sits down with Rayanne to talk about her memoir, "Discarded: A Journey of Self-Discovery, Independence, and Healing." (available on Amazon and other platforms where books are sold)
Kari Elizabeth is an author, journalist, and poet. Growing up, she always enjoyed the creative arts and developed a talent for creative writing. She is from Los Angeles and attended California State University, Northridge, where she earned her journalism degree. She self-published her first poetry book, A Fragile Heart. Her purpose is to connect with people on a deeper level and inspire them through her life experiences and storytelling.
*Part 1...2024-04-1115 min
REAL WordsS1 E6 Guest Lyricist & Poet James FrisbieMountain Man and Hippie James Frisbie joins Rayanne for a chat about spiritualism, music, Mac Nation Café and life.
*there is an echo for James2024-04-1131 min
REAL WordsS1 E5 Poetry: "LOVE LINES" by m. burnsLOVE LINES by m. burns
Martin Burns - insta: @writermoe_poetry is REAL Words' Featured Poet for April 20242024-04-1101 min
REAL WordsS1 E4 Guest: Featured Poet Martin Burns[32 min 48 sec]
Martin Burns, Featured Poet for April, joins host Rayanne Thorn Krueger to chat about his poetry, process, and exploring the human condition. Burns has a degree in poetry and uncovers his feeling about writing and how it has impacted his life and work.
"It take time to write something that means something."2024-04-0232 min
REAL WordsS1 E3 Poetry: "Forever in Tilt" by rtkForever in Tilt
by rtk2024-04-0202 minREAL WordsS1 E2 Writing: "Healing Is A Journey" by Madison Butler"Healing is a Journey" written by Madison Butler.
Madison Butler is a New Englander at heart but moved to Austin in 2017. Her work is focused around creating equitable spaces and creating scalable strategies to achieve psychological safety. She is an outspoken advocate for mental health, removing the stigma around trauma, DEI and the ability to be "human at work". She is passionate about facilitating hard conversations through storytelling, data and tough empathy. She is passionate about building cultures that attract and retain talent. LinkedIn2024-03-2202 min
REAL WordsS1 E1 "What is REAL Words all about?"REAL Words - this podcast - is a celebration of original content written by real humans.2024-03-0502 min
HR LatteGUEST: Benjamin McCall "Intent vs. the Façade of Diversity"Benjamin McCall joins Rayanne for an in-depth conversation about Leadership Development and DEI, as well as Coaching and "meeting someone where they are."
• How do we build bridges?
• Diversity in the Workplace
• Intent vs. Facade: "Everything is about moments."
• The idea of "The Other"
• Diversity efforts require work
• Are we leaning away from the moment that launched the most recent wave of Diversity Efforts
• Learning from the Failures
• Consistency in the Work
• The Four Ps: Process, Pay, Promotion, and Practices
"Build into your process where you pay and promote diversity better and then that becomes a practice."
Start with Empathy.
And build bridges.2022-11-3045 min
HR LatteGUEST: Herb "Flight Time" Lang, "Projects, Popes, and Presidents"Former Harlem Globetrotter, Herb "Flight Time" Lang stopped by HR Latte to share some of his story.
...From a small town in Arkansas to the Basketball Court...
"Flight Time" was with the Globetrotters for 18 years and learned so much and during his time, women were invited to be part of the team / franchise.
• "Taking a Stand"
• The Reality of Diversity and Racism
• Herb Lang's motto, "Kindness is Free."
• Adding Women to the Team
• Diversity in the Workplace
• My experiences have created new opportunities
• Creating Opportunities to make the World Better
• How Covid Impacted Herb and his Work
• What should Leaders and CEOs to Focus...2022-09-2122 min
HR LatteGuest: Mark Talley "Agents For Advocacy"** Important Conversation **
Mark Talley joins me to talk about his loving mom, Geraldine Talley - a victim of the the Topps Massacre.
This episode is in memory of Geraldine Talley - She is missed by her family and friends, as well as all the other victims of this tragedy.
"Everything in my life has changed."
• Agents For Advocacy, a non-profit - created in Geraldine's memory.
Mission: To prevent other similar tragedies and inspire others to get involved
• Volunteering provides "a feeling of warmth and comfort."
• Sparking the desire to give back
• AUG 27th Back to School event, providing items to 250 students...2022-08-1319 minHR LatteGuest: Lisa Rokusek, "Open Yourself to Differences. And Listen."Recruiter Lisa Rokusek joins Rayanne for this compelling conversation starting with,
"I consider my business a laboratory for decision making... this is how we hire people: we decide."
• My own learning and introspection
• Change the talking point from Equality to Equity.
• Don't let your own story cover your eyes.
• "I think we are waking up to understanding that our wellbeing is bound together."
• Everyone has a right to live and also, thrive.
• Biggest Win for Diversity: The Rising of Solidarity
• Biggest Threat to Diversity: The Backlash and Power Grab
• The Goal is "Suffering Reduction and Increase Thriving"
• The Assumptions that are Made during th...2022-08-0333 minHR LatteGUEST: Stever Robbins, "Deeply Contemplate our Commonality"Dynamic Stever Robbins joins host Rayanne to talk about Energy, Mentoring Youth, Diversity, Pride, and finding our Commonalities.
Such a fascinating conversation with Stever - we talked about:
• Continually Learning
• Pride Month - How far we've come
• How an Ally can show support: VOTE!
• How to respond to homophobic remarks
• Educate people as best you can
• The secret to "roll along" with life
• Self-help for our minds
• "Loving What Is: The Work of Byron Katie"
• Just let go
• How you view the world is based on your personal experiences
RESOURCES
Book: "Loving What Is: The Work of Byron Katie"
Streaming Services: Find a mov...2022-06-2836 min
HR LatteGUEST: Michael Skinner, "People are more than a label."Michael Skinner shares his story with Rayanne about coming to a place where he realized that he is Pansexual, where attraction is not bound by gender or what society determines to be right or good.
• Societal Norms make is easy to make incorrect assumptions
• "Just because someone looks one way doesn't mean you know their story."
• The changes that happen when one comes out.
• Being Empowered by the Truth
• The personal change: "I do not feel like a pretender."
• People are more than their labels.
• "We only notice the labels different than our own"
• Being a resource for those in their own person...2022-06-0823 minHR LatteGUEST: Dr Elijah Nicholas "Each person's journey is unique."Dr. Elijah Nicholas, DBA shares his journey to where he is today: his happiest place. Rayanne asks the hard questions about being Trans and deciding to transition at 48 years old.
• The Relationship with my Mother
• Loss of Friends
• Hopes: Trans is accepted and Part of the Norm
• Being Misgendered
• Pronouns
• The Choice to Transition
• The Help Provided by the VA Healthcare System
• How being Trans has Impacted Dr. Elijah's Work
• Normalize By Living Out Loud
• Becoming an Actor
• Understanding Trans Language & What's Appropriate
• Providing a Safe Place
• The Future of this Ongoing Journey
"We are all transitioning, in some way."
The Road to Acceptance & G...2022-06-0331 minHR LatteGUEST - Devin Joseph "Realize your Potential and Power"Devin Joseph, a young black professional who rose above being homeless, joins Rayanne to talk about his experiences.
• CEOs need to work to make everyone feel welcome
• What it was like to be the "Token Black Kid"
• Having the courage to leave a company that didn't treat him well
• Realizing Potential and Power
• Watching out for each other
• Surviving homelessness
• Advice: "Learn the game"
• Learn Billy Dee Williams' history, "he didn't allow his past to be his story."
Resources:
• "Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man" by Emmanuel Acho
• "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck" by Mark Manson
Connect with Devin o...2022-06-0114 minHR LatteGUEST - Steven Lamprinos on Autism, "Every Moment Counts""Communication, Knowledge, and Growth"
Steven Lamprinos talks about raising a son with Autism, the patience required and the hoops you have to jump through to get the help you need.
• "Good To Grow" program - most amazing program!
• ABA - Applied Behavioral Analysis
• Healthcare available - so difficult to navigate the system
• "Special Needs kids are an afterthought."
• "Little Hands, Little Feet"
• Limited Resources, it takes so much time to find the resources available
• Devices to help with communication - must have consistency
• Occupational Therapy is such a great help, like water therapy
• Parroting or Using narration to help build language skills
•...2022-06-0139 minHR LatteGUEST: Torin Ellis, Episode 128 01.22Be Curious!2022-03-0440 minHR LatteGUEST: Imo Udom, "Be intentional. Be bold."Imo Udom, SVP of Mozilla
Co-Founder and former CEO of Wepow, now OutMatch
- The Challenges of Entrepreneurialism, as a Black Leader.
- What it was like to be a Black Founder/CEO of an HR Tech Company
- Any Black HR Tech Analysts?
- Imposter Syndrome
What would you like CEOs to focus on?
- Be intentional
- Be committed
"This will take time, this will take action."
Imo shares some amazing advice on how to stay grounded when racism is still so prolific, plus advice to other entrepreneurs.
Resources
FOLLOW: Smash Academy
READ: The Hard Thing about Hard...2022-02-2827 minHR LatteGUEST: William Wiggins, "Make Diversity Standard!"HR Latte, Episode 129 22.02
[28 min]
William Wiggins, Director of Human Resources, Facilities, and Administration at SEIU 775 Benefits Group
What do you want CEOs to focus on 2022?
- Make Diversity part of Standard Operations
"Every month should be a celebration of our differences."
- Diversity needs to be driven from the top down
- How do you maintain professionalism?
- Just because you haven't heard of or know of an issue, doesn't mean there isn't a problem.
William's Recommendations:
READ: Caste, by isabel wilkerson
FOLLOW: CareerXroads
You can read William at UnleashHR and HR Gazette
Reach out to William at
LinkedIn: https...2022-02-2428 min
Marketing Mavericks (Video)Self-Branding and Getting Hired - LinkedIn, HR resumes, Social Footprint
LinkedIn, HR resumes, and what social footprint says about you.
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