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Mothering HeightsSaudia RashedThis week, Leonora is thrilled to welcome dancer, actress, writer, and the host of the podcast That One [Blank] Friend Saudia Rashed to the podcast! They discuss finding our first love of performing through dance, dedicating one’s life to creative pursuits, finding love in a sketch comedy troupe, and the audacious act of moving from being an interpretive artist to being a generative artist. Please visit Saudia Rashed on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/saudiarashed/, and listen to her terrific podcast at https://pod.link/1507264375! And thank you for leaving a review (please leave a re...
2023-05-261h 19
Making it After 40Saudia Rashed - Finding Your WaySend us a textIn this episode, Lisa chats with Saudia Rashed, a Los Angeles based actress whose creative journey started in dance at a performing arts high school in Texas. Although Saudia dabbled in acting before coming to Los Angeles, it wasn't until she faced the LA dance scene that she found herself wanting to embrace acting completely. Saudia and Lisa discuss finding your voice, taking care of your financial needs and transitioning into new age and character categories. You can catch Saudia in the new Fresh Prince of Bel Air on Peacock or listen to h...
2022-11-291h 09
shhh...GROWN FOLKS TALKIN'Sipping some ‘Hot Chocolate Nutcracker’Netflix’s Hot chocolate nutcracker takes us behind the curtain of this reimagined holiday classic. Fellow podcaster dancer /actress Saudia Rashed discuss the film, dance life and the incomparable Ms. Allen.
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2021-01-1444 min
That One (Blank) FriendBrett Butler: That One (Husband) FriendIn our season 2 finale, we go way back with my husband Brett Butler. We take a walk down memory lane, and share how we met and became friends; how an 8 year friendship turned into "love", and what took so long for us to FINALLY get together. (hint; it was me). We also discuss how other romantic relationships impacted our personalities along the way, and how being friends first affected the dynamics of the relationship. This is a funny yet, sometimes heartbreaking, and insightful story of not only our love story, but a journey self-worth and discovery.ABOUT...
2020-12-091h 29That One (Blank) FriendDanielle Ellis: That One (Artist/Activist) FriendIn this conversation I catch up with my former high school classmate, artist and social activist Danielle Ellis. We discuss her educational journey and the validity of higher education; how dealing with divorce and her own sexual identity brought her back to creating art; and how she is using her initiative, “Mermaids Bring Water”, to provide clean water to communities, as well as how her activism serves her art and community.ABOUT DANIELLE:Danielle Ellis is an Oak Cliff native always ready to share her love of the arts with everyone at a moment’s notice...
2020-11-1800 minThat One (Blank) FriendThat One (Mister Domestic) FriendHow does someone who started sewing for fun end up creating a business and an active sewing/crafting/quilting community by spreading joy & positivity? In my conversation with Mathew Boudreaux, we discuss what jump started his passion for sewing and crafting; how a background in business and communications prepared him for creating his business, Mister Domestic; and how a horrible phishing experience brought him to the realization of prioritizing his own authenticity to close the gap between Mathew & Mister Domestic.ABOUT MATHEW:Mathew Boudreaux of Mister Domestic learned to sew as a kid, but never...
2020-11-1100 minThat One (Blank) FriendThat One (Fighting for Fertility) FriendIn my conversation with Jamie, we discuss not only her egg freezing decision , but what happened when she decided to throw dating into the mix; her endometriosis diagnosis and its effect on her fertility, as well as the heartbreak of multiple miscarriages. This story has a happy ending, but is a wakeup call to normalize the conversation amongst women surrounding miscarriages and infertility.ABOUT JAMIE M FOX:Jamie’s producing, acting and writing work have taken her across the United States and Europe. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times, The LA Times an...
2020-11-0500 minThat One (Blank) FriendThat One (Pulitzer Prize Winning) FriendIn my conversation with Kamau High, we take a deep dive into the mind of a journalist. Listen as we discuss how books like 'Harriet The Spy', and Stephen King planted the seed for his love of writing, the high school newsroom the he created and what it feels like to gain then lose your "dream" job. We also get into his current editorial position at The Baltimore Sun, where he was one of many who contributed to the Healthy Holly- Catherine Pugh saga; a series of investigative stories that not only contributed to the resignation of Baltimore mayor...
2020-10-2800 minThat One (Blank) FriendThat One (Bipolar II, ADHD and PTSD) FriendWhat does it feel like to move through the world in pursuit of happiness while carrying the depths of trauma? What is it like to deal with the daily battle of multiple mental illnesses?In my conversation with Lindsay Coryne, she courageously tackles the stigma of mental illness and shares her very personal journey; one that has a familial connection to trauma and mental illness. Her deep capacity for empathy and compassion in this area is such an inspiration and reminds us, especially in this Covid-19 era, of why empathy, human connection and support is so incredibly...
2020-10-2100 minThat One (Blank) FriendAbhimanyu Katyal: That One (Skeptical Astrologer) FriendHave you ever been curious about astrology? How do you interpret a generic horoscope? How do you use your astrological birth chart to find your 'flow'? What does it mean to be skeptically curious? Our guest, astrologer and actor Abhimanyu Katyal answers these and many more questions as we delve into his own journey with astrology, dispel the idea of astrology as a 'predictive tool', and how we can all use astrology to align with and unlock our own "personal code." We also discuss the astrological charts and energy as they pertain to the 2020 Presidential election.ABOUT...
2020-10-1400 minThat One (Blank) FriendMark Schultz: That One (Wanderlust) FriendIf you're like me you're probably missing the freedom of traveling right now. Today's guest, Mark Schultz is here to help give you a taste of travel inspiration. An avid traveler of Central and South America, he has some great stories! Sit back, relax as you take in a few.ABOUT MARK:Born in San Diego, raised initially raised in the Bay Area, and then Houston, Mark studied Performance Production at Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle for all of a year before dropping out, and moving to LA. Eventually he landed the job...
2020-10-0700 minThat One (Blank) FriendAngelina Spicer: That One (PostPartum Depression) FriendWhat is postpartum depression really like? What does it feel to be a mother that's really in the trenches with depression? An honest, hilarious and conversation with guest with comedian and 'accidental activist', Angelina Spicer. Strap in kids, this is a good one.Her movement and also the title of her documentary, "The Push For Permission" is not only a love letters to all mamas, but a call to action to raise awareness to PPD and hopefully shed the stigma it brings.----------------------ABOUT ANGELINA:Comedian, Creator and “Me-Time” enthusiast Angelina Spic...
2020-09-301h 32That One (Blank) FriendKafele Khalfani: That One (Foster to Adoptive Parent) FriendWhat is required to become a foster parent? What happens if you're decide your path to parenthood is through fostering and adopting?In this episode, we talk we my friend Kafele Khalfani on his decision to become a foster parent and the journey to adopting his son.GUEST LINKS:INSTAGRAM: @kafelekhalfaniTWITTER: @kafelePlease Subscribe to That One (Blank) Friend on Apple Podcasts & Spotify and follow us on on Social MediaHOST: @saudiarashedSHOW: @thatoneblankfriendWEBSITE: SaudiaRashed.com
2020-09-231h 08That One (Blank) FriendKristin Brey: That One (As Goes Wisconsin) FriendHow does one pivot from the tech world into creating a grassroots campaign that uses comedic nonpartisan content to help get out the vote campaign for Wisconsin?In my conversation with content creator Kristin Brey we discuss the origin of her platform 'Below the Fold' and her current project, the 'As Goes Wisconsin' campaign, which has been focusing on increasing voter turnout for all 2020 elections. These platforms showcase her incredible gift for creating, smart, funny, and easily digestible video content for the masses.GUEST LINKS:As Goes Wisconsin WebsiteBelow The...
2020-09-161h 23
One Broke Actress82. Saudia Rashed & Brie Eley: Waiting for the Industry to Catch Up & How to be an Actor-AllyAllyship is the practice of emphasizing social justice, inclusion, and human rights by members of an ingroup, to advance the interests of an oppressed or marginalized outgroup...so we have some homework guys. Saudia & Brie are gifted and outspoken actresses in the space who sat down to have a round table about what we can do to be better for our BIPOC fellow actors and to share some of their personal experiences with us directly.
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2020-07-231h 26That One (Blank) FriendThat One (Lesbian Sex-Ed Disabled) FriendThe last episode of Season 1! A conversation with Youtube personality Stevie Boebi. We discuss the transition of her Youtube page into a space for sexual education for the Queer community as well as her diagnosis with EDS type 3 (Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome).Guest Links; Watch Stevie's short film 'WEENIE' hereINSTAGRAM: @stevieboebiTWITTER: @stevieboebiYOUTUBE: Stevie BoebiStevie's Podcast reccomendation: Trauma QueenThe sketch P.E.T.A featuring SCC w/ Stevie Boebi) More on Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome hereShow Links:INSTAGRAM...
2020-06-171h 02That One (Blank) FriendBONUS EPISODE: That One (Passion Project) FriendOur first BONUS episode! In this short yet dynamic conversation. Episode 6 guest James Rhodimer discusses the evolution of his passion project "Apocalypse Playground"Guest Links;Website: BrashStudios.comINSTAGRAM: @brashstudiosYOUTUBE: Brash StudiosYou can find episodes of Apocalyptic Playground hereShow Links:INSTAGRAM: @saudiarashedINSTAGRAM: @thatoneblankfriendWEBSITE: SaudiaRashed.comSubscribe to That One (Blank Friend) on iTunes
2020-06-1615 minThat One (Blank) FriendThat One (Dermatillomania) FriendWhat is dermatillomania? An illuminating conversation with actress, writer and illustrator Kyra Groves on the effects of the illness, and how she copes.Kyra is a daughter to an extraordinary mother; friend to beautiful, diverse kind and supportive people; talker and smiler to strangers who give her the time of day. She is a creative, always exploring one avenue or another, even if it leads to a dead end. Her goal is to keep chugging along, to discover, uncover and participate in it all, and to create more than she even imagines. Fingers crossed.Guest...
2020-06-101h 24That One (Blank) FriendThat One (Sex Doll Business Owner) FriendHow does one randomly fall into owning a business that makes sex dolls? Turns out, it's very close to his roots. A conversation with friend & filmmaker James Rhodimer. We discuss the story behind the business, the artistry involved in this particular part of the sex industry and the people that buy them.Guest Links;Website: BrashStudios.comINSTAGRAM: @brashstudiosYOUTUBE: Brash StudiosShow Links:INSTAGRAM: @saudiarashedINSTAGRAM: @thatoneblankfriendWEBSITE: SaudiaRashed.comSubscribe to That One (Blank Friend) on iTunes
2020-05-271h 17That One (Blank) FriendThat One (Immigrant/ Seeker) FriendA conversation with actress/audiobook narrator/ multilingual artist Deepti Gupta. She discuses her childhood in Delhi, growing up in a conservative culture that's eager to see her settle down in marriage; as well as her journey through Singapore and eventually to the United States. All the while acclimating to new cultures each step of the way. Guest Links:Website: DeeptiGupta.comAudiobook Website: DeeptiGuptaNarrates.comFACEBOOK: TheDeeptiGuptaTWITTER: @thedeeptiguptaINSTAGRAM: @thedeeptiguptaPODCAST: Josh Ke SaathShow Links:INSTAGRAM: @saudiarashed
2020-05-201h 37That One (Blank) FriendThat One (Recovering From an Eating Disorder) FriendWhat happens upon the discovery that you have an eating disorder?Actress/Comedienne & self-love advocate Caro Brooks discusses her relationship with anorexia, binge eating, and the revelations within her family dynamic that put her on the road to recovery.Guest Links:WEBSITE: carobrooks.comINSTAGRAM: @ireallycaroSKETCH COMEDY IG: @passengerstheshowShow Links:INSTAGRAM: @saudiarashedINSTAGRAM: @thatoneblankfriendWEBSITE: SaudiaRashed.comSubscribe to That One (Blank Friend) on iTunes
2020-05-131h 18That One (Blank) FriendThat One (Ex-Mormon) FriendWhat is like to realize that the religion you were born and raised into, and the the basis of your entire life, is not what you thought it was? Our conversation with life coach and podcast host Amy Logan discusses what it's like to navigate through a crisis in faith.Amy Logan, the host of the Exmormonology Podcast and Certified Life Coach, knows that churches can be wrong, outcasts can be right and life is rarely black and white. She offers soft landings for those falling wide awake. Through inspiring podcasts, provocative questions, and one on one...
2020-05-061h 13That One (Blank) FriendThat One (Puppeteer) FriendWhat is it like when your childhood passion intersects with your career?A conversation with puppeteer, actor and singer Christian Anderson as he discusses his transition from Broadway into his burgeoning career as a puppeteer.Christian's television work currently includes 'Kidding' on Showtime, 'Crank Yankers' on MTV, and 'Life In Pieces' on CBS.Find Christian at:www.pandersonium.comwww.irasings.comThat One (Blank Friend) WebsiteInstagram: @thatoneblankfriendTwitter: @thatoneblankfr1
2020-04-291h 09That One (Blank) FriendThat One (Breast Cancer Survivor) FriendWhat happens once you get the diagnosis? Interview with friend and fellow actress Kimberly Dooley on her journey from breast cancer diagnosis to recovery and how it's changed her lifestyle and outlook.About Kimberly:Kimberly Dooley is an L.A. native who graduated from the prestigious UCLA Theatre Conservatory, with honors. You can see Kimberly in the upcoming film Deadly Cyber Bully releasing later this year. She is a familiar face in many national commercials and Kimberly has also been successful on the small screen, appearing on several television shows including Dear White People, S...
2020-04-171h 222020-04-1002 min
Dominique DiPrimaRalph Farquhar Presents Slow Children CrossingFriday, April 8, 2011
African-American Sketch Comedy Troupe to Present ‘Slow Children Crossing’ Beginning April 10
Presented by critically acclaimed comedic writer Ralph Farquhar, group promises high and low brow political humor that’s inappropriate for all
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The African-American sketch comedy troupe will present Slow Children Crossing, a high and low brow, political, satirical, scatological, and musical show beginning April 10 for six weeks at King King in Hollywood (7 p.m., 6555 Hollywood Boulevard).
Mixing multi-media with live sketches the group creates a party-like atmosphere as they lampoon everyone from L...
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