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Pages n' PagesChapter 129: Third Annual Pages n' Pages AwardsIn this week's episode of Pages n' Pages, we present our third annual Pages n' Pages Awards! From best dressed to cutest couple, we review the almost 200 books we've read combined to find the best of the best. Listen to find out which books we choose!
What We’ve Read and What We Are Reading:
The Book That Wouldn’t Burn by Mark Lawrence
The Only One Left by Riley Sager and narrated by Christine Lakin and Dawn Harvey
The Loser’s Club by Andrew Clements and narrated by Christoper Gebaurer
I...2023-12-191h 17Pages n' PagesChapter 115: Fourth Quarter Book ReleasesIn this week's episode of Pages n' Pages, we talk about all the amazing books coming out in the remainder of 2023. Some of most anticipated books of the year are coming out in this quarter, so be prepared for some excitement!
What We’ve Read and What We Are Reading:
Stars in Your Eyes by Kacen Callendar. Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
King of Wrath (Kings of Sin #1) by Ana Huang
King of Pride (Kings of Sin #2) by A...2023-09-122h 02Pages n' PagesChapter 77: Second Annual Pages n' Pages AwardsIn this week's episode of Pages n' Pages, we present our second annual Pages n' Pages Awards! From best dressed to cutest couple, we review the almost 200 books we've read combined to find the best of the best. Listen to find out which books we choose!
What We’ve Read and What We Are Reading:
Brutal Prince (Brutal Birthright #1) by Sophie Lark
Anastasia by Sophie Lark
Heatwave (The Extraordinaries #3) by TJ Klune
Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson
Five Survive by Holly Jackson. Thanks to NetGalley and the pub...2022-12-201h 35
Brainstorming: The PodcastSeason 1 Finale - Battling your Inner Bully with Sierra and ShanThe gals gather round the mic for a fun little season one finale episode and storm eachother's brains. We discuss ghost gal things, getting vaxxed & verified, and battling our inner bully's by unpacking habitual hatred. Shannon also makes the MASH life of Sierra's dreams this week in a Freaky Friday level role reversal. Stay tuned for Season Two! 2021-08-231h 19Brainstorming: The Podcast18 - Connect to the Disconnect with Annie RayasShan's childhood friend (and Lizzie to each-other's Miranda), Annie Rayas is on the pod and it's truly what dreams are made of! We discuss the creative joys of our youth, their influence on both professional and personal relationships, and the parallels of plant care versus self care. Annie also shares an incredibly grounding reminder from @thefairlylocalfamily about being gentler to yourself.2021-08-021h 35Brainstorming: The Podcast17 - Stress to Impress and the Spectrum of Success with William HoshidaSierra's former castmate and current friend William Hoshida brings an incredible energy to the pod and we miss him already! We discuss the anxieties of audition culture, the pressures of artistic perfectionism and what we want to worry less about. Will also divulges his dream man AND hairstyle from "3rd Rock From the Sun," and shares the multitude of inspirations he's found recently in the NYC Drag Scene, various music videos, and silent discos.2021-07-261h 26Brainstorming: The Podcast16 - Choosing Strength, Losing Subservience with Asha Brownie-GordonSierra's dear friend and "neighbor'' from Avenue Q Asha Brownie-Gordon is on the pod! She shares tales of COVID cruise ship chaos and discovering strength in creative collaboration while shedding artistic subservience. Plus, we discuss a Nick Cannon-inspired "Sound of Music" remake. Asha also reminds us of the importance of sharing our energy with those who inspire us.2021-07-121h 10Brainstorming: The Podcast15 - FYI, You Can DIY! with Marti ArguetaShan's former co-worker and co-conspirator of male contraceptives Marti Argueta is on the pod! He shares the origination and musical experimentation of The Nervous Physician, his latest EP. We dive into some fish-tank-talk, the future of jet-packs and the power of creative self-collaboration. Marti also discusses the conflicting perspectives presented in the book Death by Shelly Kagan and how these ideas affect our life.
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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7kir5P7PaGLzwjxO7FFUkY?si=3YVT80vfR72fAwj-v87Vzw&dl_branch=12021-06-281h 07Brainstorming: The Podcast14 - Make the Mold to Break the Mold with Jacob InmanSierra and Shan's former classmate and 30 Rock Soulmate Jacob Inman is on the freaking pod! He gives us a wonderful peek into the artistic and personal joys he's found in Chicago, the liberation of breaking the mold you've been put in by making your own creative work, and helps us bring back everyone's favorite type of hat. Jacob also shares his deep dive into ancient Roman Dynasties and fascination of the suppressed and powerful women of the era. Plus, we brainstorm a couple of new catchphrases for the show.2021-06-211h 18Brainstorming: The Podcast13 - Suppression of the Psyche with Elli Stovall BrownSierra's ol' tour friend and paranormal partner in crime Elli Stovall Brown joins us on the pod this week! They share a ghost-hunting spooker story about a haunted theater, we discuss seeking stability through spiritual creative endeavors, and the unexpected connections to be made from releasing the suppression of the psyche. Elli shares a passage from "Women who Run with the Wolves: Myths and Stories of the Wild Woman Archetype" by Clarissa Pinkola Estés, and how she's learning to embrace her feminine energy as it relates to spirituality, creativity and relationships. Check out @queendom_arts on Instagram for m...2021-06-071h 13Brainstorming: The Podcast12 - Engage with the Change On & Off the Stage with Jake Delaney & Galloway StevensThe original "Brainiacs" Jake Delaney and Galloway Stevens are on the pod this week as our first dynamic duo! They share their incredible double proposal stories, we discuss (on multiple occasions) shipping large quantities of Creekside Pizza's ranch dressing across the country, and we have our first ever MEGA-MASH session. Plus, we engage in conversation about the inequalities, lack of support, and transparency of Actor's Equity, it's effect on regional theaters and performers during the pandemic, and how to engage with change in the industry. Jake and Gal also share how it feels to be back on and off...2021-05-311h 34Brainstorming: The Podcast11 - The Power of Persistence in the Process with Narlyn VeniceShan's friend and fellow Cancer Queen Narlyn is on the pod! Truly, what can't this woman do? She shares the joys and challenges of developing and executing a creative endeavor in its entirety, the inevitable evolution of said endeavor and the incomparable power of Black women as inspiration for her latest project: "Parallels". Nari also gives us a preview of what's to come for all things Narlyn Venice!
For more info on prints and merch available for purchase, visit her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/narlynvenice/2021-05-2455 minBrainstorming: The Podcast10 - Acknowledging Affirmations with Joseph RosenShan's former co-worker and present day friend-worker Joseph is on the pod this week and we have a grand ol' time! We discuss the birthing process of French Bulldogs, our favorite Simpson's episodes and Joe shares his thoughts on acknowledging the affirmations presented to you in your life. Joseph also reads a thought-provoking passage from "Could This Be Magic? Tattooing as Liberation Work" by Tamara Santi Banez and we end the episode on a poetic note with a reading from W.S. Merwin's "To the Hand". 2021-05-171h 17Brainstorming: The Podcast9 - Identifying with Your Inner Child with Emily Fury DalySierra's dear friend Emily Fury Daly is on the pod and we're so freaking giddy! Ah! She shares her journey with early sobriety amidst a global pandemic, reconnecting with her inner child through her newest project "The Emily Spinach Show" (@emilyspinachshow) and we reinforce the importance of Celebrity Adult Adoption in this week's MASH sesh. Check out the incredible Promo Trailer for The Emily Spinach Show and learn how you (yes YOU painfully wealthy millionaire or wildly underpaid hourly employee listening to our pod) can help support the creation of this wonderful show at the link below!
...2021-05-101h 18Brainstorming: The Podcast8 - Searching for Sincerity and Service in Art with Cameron James ParkerOur ol' Acting Conservatory pal Cameron James Parker is on the pod! We share our wholesome Disneyland memories in celebration of his debut album "The Happiest Place". We also learn what "killing the cricket" means, discuss the selfishness and selflessness of the creative process and Cameron throws a few wild cards into this week's MASH sesh. Plus, Cameron shares a truly magical snippet of the *titular* song from his album "The Happiest Place" -- available on Spotify, YouTube, Pandora, and anywhere you stream music.2021-05-0358 minBrainstorming: The Podcast7 - The Spectrum of Sustainability with Brittany CattaruzzaSierra shares excerpts from "The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom" by Don Miguel Ruiz, and the gals discuss what it means personally to be impeccable with your word, not take things personally, not make assumptions, and always do your best. In honor of Earth Month, we had an incredibly grounding conversation with dear friend and environmentalist Brittany Cattaruzza, founder of The Green Spectrum. Brittany inspires us to make sustainable and eco-friendly choices based on accessibility vs. responsibility, Sierra divulges her secrets to caring for her 100+ plant babies (it’s actually 75+, but we love an exaggeration) and we...2021-04-261h 06Brainstorming: The Podcast6 - Celebration of Self with Demetrius YoungbloodShan shares an excerpt from Jenny Slate's book "Little Weirds", entitled 'Restaurant' as we dabble with the societal obligation of "going out". Sierra's childhood best friend Demetrius joins us for hands down our giggliest episode yet. He divulges their friendship origin story, his dream presidential throuple, and the importance of celebrating oneself amidst the cultural chaos of Covid times. Demetrius also shares his empowering response to Kehinde Wiley's "Rumors of War" sculpture when it was featured in Times Square in 2019. 2021-04-191h 22Brainstorming: The Podcast5 - Tangential Thinking with Ben McNamaraHonestly, what don't we talk about in this episode? Our dear friend and NYC neighbor Ben McNamara joins us for a delightful chat about vegetable variants, self awareness and synchronicities, as well as the creative frustrations and findings of tangential thinking. Ben also shares one of his very own poems entitled "The Spiral Staircase.”2021-04-121h 20Brainstorming: The PodcastBONUS EPISODE - Unpacking Untamed with Sierra and ShanSierra shares an incredibly moving and empowering passage from Glennon Doyle's "Untamed". We discuss the importance of reconnecting with your intuition (or "knowing") and cultivating trust in oneself rather than seeking it from outside sources, and recognizing when you're acting from a place of guilt or obligation to others.2021-04-0519 minBrainstorming: The Podcast4 - Self-Deprecation Nation with Sarah BallWe reconnect with our former classmate and friend Sarah Ball and discuss the importance of 3D Doritos and Sarah's relationship with social justice work through arts leadership. Plus, we have our largest MASH spiral to date! Sarah also reads an excerpt from the book “Anti-Diet: Reclaim Your Time, Money, Well-Being, and Happiness Through Intuitive Eating” by Christy Harrison and shares her experiences as the Board President of the Renton Civic Theatre, a non-profit organization in Renton, Washington. If you are interested in making a donation to support the theatre and ensure they have a space to c...2021-03-231h 16Brainstorming: The Podcast3 - Artistic Autonomy with Catherine LandetaSierra shares a post from astrologer/poet/podcast host of "The Radiance Project", Heidi Rose Robbins, which prompts a much needed reminder to be grateful for our bodies as our homes. Catherine joins us for a lovely chat about artistic autonomy, the potential for toxicity in the performers' 'daily grind,' and we each divulge our own 'peed your pants in public' story. Catherine also shares a powerful excerpt from "Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear" by author Elizabeth Gilbert.2021-03-1540 minBrainstorming: The Podcast2 - Evolution of the Educational Path with Ryan VasquezShannon's childhood BFF Ryan joins us for a gaggle of giggles in our second episode! We discuss our favorite type of loop, a potential "Never Been Kissed" reboot, and Ryan shares the evolution of his educational path. 2021-03-0855 minBrainstorming: The Podcast1 - Redefining Fear of Failure with Lucia TowersLucia Towers joins us as our first ever guest! She reveals her unlikely superpower, favorite celebrity for piggyback rides and discusses redefining her fear of creative failure. Lucia also shares a wonderful excerpt from "You, the Career: A Holistic Guide to Acting, Life, and the Biz" by Benjamin Mathes.2021-03-0158 minBrainstorming: The PodcastTeaser EpisodeShannon Peters and Sierra Wells introduce themselves!2021-02-2127 min
Gawd You're WeirdThe tension is high... IE corona virus!Hello my weirdho's and welcome back to the show episode 9, whoa! This week we talk about how we are navigating through life with the Corona virus wreaking havoc. We also have special guest Cory Buck in da house, listen in as Cory shares a creepy ass paranormal story. We discuss the end of season 2 of Hellier (I know it took me a hot min), Dracula on Netflix starring Claes Bang & Dolly Wells, the movie Horse Girl staring Allison Brie & Molly Shannon and a movie from the girls past the french horror film High Tension starring...2020-03-1747 min