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Shame PiñataShame PiñataNothing Can Prepare You for Motherhood  Episode Summary: Sometimes the cultural limits we grow up with can become our norms. Like the water we swim in, we forget to question them. What happens when we notice them and push back? Today Grace Chon shares her story of what happened when she dedicated a few moments a day to creative expression as a new mom and the photo series that went viral.   Episode Resources: → Grace Chon: http://www.gracechon.com  → Grace's Photo Series: https://gracechon.com/+projects/zoey-and-jasper/    Episode Transcript: h...2022-05-0622 minShame PiñataShame PiñataThe UnBaby Shower (Tristy Taylor)Episode Summary: When Reverend Tristy Taylor and her husband decided to stop trying to have a baby, she honored that loss with a special ceremony. During her time sitting shiva, "grief first" was her mantra. Then a dream inspired her to create a celebration of her decision to not become a mother.     Episode Resources: → Tristy Taylor: http://www.createwithspirit.com  → The UnBaby Shower Blog Post: https://revtristy.blogspot.com/2012/03/un-baby-showers-ritual-crafting.html  → Video Tour of Grief Ritual Art Journal: https://youtu.be/xnojPZci5Lg?si=XofoRD82liEekSdX   2021-05-0721 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 77: Best Music of 2020This episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for April 27, 2021. In this episode, we celebrate some of the great new music that was released in the weird, wonky year of 2020.Songs Played in this episode (now with time codes!):4.10 : “Laugh a Little” by TheHxliday6.49 : “Toxic” by Kehlani 9.36 :  “Before You Go” by Moses Sumney12.48 : “All or Nothing” by Shopping15.38 : “Gen Z” by L.A. Witch19.44 : “I Disappear in Your Arms” by Christine and the Queens25.26 : “Forever Grom” by Hayley and...2021-04-2557 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 76: Covered Part TwoThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for June 23, 2020. In this episode, we climb under the covers for part two of our Cover Song theme.Songs Played in this episode (now with time codes!):5:20 : “Miserlou [Eastern Mediterranean folk song cover]” by Dick Dale7:33 : “Never Say Never [Romeo Void cover]” by Queens of the Stone Age 11:55 :  “Head Over Heels [Tears for Fears cover]” by Pardoner18:32 : “Playing with Fire [Rolling Stones cover]” by Missing Persons21:32 : “The Sound of the Crowd [The Human Lea...2020-06-2358 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 75: Covered: Part OneThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for June 16, 2020. In this episode, we climb under the covers.Songs Played in this episode (now with time codes!):4:51 : “I Feel Love [Donna Summer cover]” by Blondie12:36 : “Love Will Tear Us Apart [Joy Division cover]” by Missing Persons16:36 :  “Dance Yrself Clean [LCD Soundsystem cover]” by MS MR22:59 : “Try a Little Tenderness [Val Rosing cover]” by Otis Redding26:14 : “I’ve Been Loving You Too Long [Otis Redding cover]” by Mike Rudd & Chants R&B29:06...2020-06-1559 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 74: Heartbreak HealingThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for April 28, 2020. In this episode, we find the Heartbreak in Healing and the Healing in Heartbreak.Songs Played in this episode (now with time codes!):5:10 : “Sky Full of Song” by Florence and The Machine8:53 : “Come on Doom, Let’s Party” by Emily Wells12:28 :  “More of the Same” by Caroline Rose18:35 : “Perfectly Wrong” by Shawn Mendes22:04 : “Break Me” by Sharon Van Etten26:02 : “Keep You” by Wild Belle31:37 : “I’ll Never Love Again” by Kel...2020-04-2459 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 73: Rest in Power 2019This episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for April 14, 2020. In this episode, we memorialize some of the musicians we lost in 2019. May they all Rest in PowerSongs Played in this episode (now with time codes!):4:13 : “Tea for Two” by Clora Bryant7:56 : “Who Drank My Beer While I Was In the Rear” by Dave Bartholomew10:45 :  “Don’t Play That Song (You Lied) [live recording]” by Jackie Shane18:08 : “True Love Will Find You in the End” by Daniel Johnston19:54 : “You’re...2020-04-1259 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 72: QuarantineThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for March 31, 2020. In this episode, I explore songs for shut-ins!Songs Played in this episode (now with time codes!):4:20: “Ghost Town (Extended Version)” by The Specials10:13 : “Lonely Wanderer” by Panda Bear14.27 :  “Leave Me Alone” by MS MR21:41 : “Voices Inside my Head” by The Police 25.30 : “The Way I Feel Inside” by The Zombies27.05 : “Inside” by Jethro Tull- “The Way It Goes” by Sneaks32.38 : “Owner of a Lonely Heart” by Yes37.02 : “Wh...2020-03-2858 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 71: Thriving in PandemicThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for March 17, 2020. In this episode, I ask, can we move past survival mode into a place of THRIVING during this Pandemic?Songs Played in this episode:-“Drifting (Acoustic)” by Maverick Sabre- “Sweet Conversations” by Black Pumas- “I’ve Been Dazed” by Michael Kiwanuka- “Freedom” by Kelly Finnigan- “Let Me Go” by Sault-  “Life’s Too Short” by SACRED PAWS- “The Way It Goes” by Sneaks- “Last Gasp” by Holly Hern...2020-03-1659 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 70: The Best Music of 2019This episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for February 4, 2020. In this episode, we share some of the best music of 2019.Songs Played in this episode:- “Canaan (Live Training)” by Holly Herndon- “bury a friend” by Billie Ellish- ““Paprika Pony” by Kim Gordon- “Jungle Love” by Prince- “Dare to Fly” by Sampa the Great featuring Ecco Vandal-  “Kamane Tarhanin” by Mdou Moctar- “See Me Thru” by Madame Gandhi- “Order” by Hana Vu- “If You Think It’s...2020-02-0359 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 69: Labor of LoveThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for September 3, 2019. In this episode, we celebrate opening up to more love in life, through loving ourselves…Songs Played in this episode:- “Never Not Gonna Be Ready” by Agent Ribbons- “Sometimes at Night” by Jessica Lea Mayfield- “Worried Shoes” by Karen O & The Kids - “Slow Burn” by Kacey Musgraves- “Leaving the Planet” by Sarah Jaffe-  “Down I-5” by case/lang/veirs- “Please Say You Want Me” by The Royal Jesters2019-09-0257 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 68: AddictionThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for March 19, 2019. In this episode, we explore Obsessions and Addictions!Songs Played in this episode:- “Save Me From What I Want” by St. Vincent- “Lofticries” by Purity Ring- “If You Have Ghosts” by Roky Ericsson and The Aliens- “Pure Morning” by Placebo- “The Void” by The Raincoats-  “You Got I Want” by Prism Bitch- “How Come U Don’t Call Me Anymore?” by Prince- “Cigarettes and Chocolate...2019-03-1759 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 67: Best Music of 2018This episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for March 12, 2019. In this episode, we take a whirl through some of the best music released in 2018.Songs Played in this episode:- “Come Home” by Pip Blom- “Jeannie Becomes a Mom” by Caroline Rose- “Missing U” by Robyn- “Broke My Own” by Shannon Shaw- “Walking Into the Sun” by La Luz-  “Hopefulessness” by Courtney Barnett- “Colossus” by IDLES- “Walking with a Killer” by The Breeders2019-03-1058 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 66: Goodbye 2018This episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for New Year’s Day 2019. In this episode, we say goodbye to some of the amazing geniuses we lost in 2018. Songs Played in this episode:- “Guess Who I Saw Today?” by Nancy Wilson- “Homosapian” by Pete Shelley- “Ever Fallen in Love” by Katy Goodman & Greta Morgan- “Today” by Jefferson Airplane- “Blue Velvet” by Tony Bennett-  “Peggy Sue” by Buddy Holly- “(Ghost) Riders in the Sky” by Roy Clark- “No Need t...2019-01-0159 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 65: Shawna and Svetlana: Part 1This episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for September 11, 2018. In this episode, Dr. Shawna, unlicensed sex therapist - and also your friend - takes over Spilling Rubies to talk to her friend Not-Quite-A-Doctor Svetlana. They discuss Ghost Management, Queer Lady Romance, and they both give each other love advice, including how to “be a straight shooter,” and “diversify your intimacy portfolio.” If you want to watch the live video of this episode (without the music), visit https://youtu.be/NgRks460Ouo and to find out more about this and all our episodes visit: https://spillingrubies.com/ and...2018-09-1058 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 64: Dead Author Party 2017This episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for May 29, 2018. In this episode, I pay tribute to some of the writers who passed away in 2017.Songs Played in this episode:- “Dirty Blvd.” by Lou Reed- “The Fairest of the Seasons” by Nico- “Wild Horses” by The Rolling Stones- “Easy Rider” by Janis Joplin- “Born to Be Wild” by Steppenwolf- “1952 Vincent Black Lightning” by Richard Thompson- “Money (That’s What I Want)” by Jackie Shane-  “Four Women” by Nina Simone- “Sh...2018-05-2657 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 63: Favorite Live PerformancesThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for May 8, 2018. In this episode, I play recordings of some of my favorite live performances.Songs Played in this episode:- “Cactus” - a live Pixies cover by the Foo Fighters, live in Melbourne, Australia in 1988- “Boy” a live performance by Shannon & The Clams in March 2018- “Live Banter with Flight of the Conchords” recorded live in 2007- “Hey!” by the Pixies, live at the BBC in 1988- “Dress” by P J Harvey, recorded live on WHFS radio- “D...2018-05-0758 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 62: The Best Music of 2017This episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for March 6, 2018. In this episode, I play the best music of 2017.Songs Played in this episode:- “Untitled” by L.A. WITCH- “Pbnj” by Sneaks- “Back Into Your Head” a cover of the Tegan and Sara song by Cyndi Lauper - “Oh Baby” by LCD Soundsystem- “Certain Kinds of Trash” by Chain & The Gang- “Creatures in the Sun” by Partner- “Man Done Wrong” by Valerie June- “Oczy Mlody” by The Flaming Lips- “Perf...2018-03-0555 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 61: Falling DownThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for October 10, 2017. In this episode, I take you on a dizzying ride into my newly diagnosed vertigo! Wheee!Songs Played in this episode:- “The Sky is Fallin’” by Queens of the Stone Age- “Fallin’ Down (Live)” by Men at Work- “Autumn’s Child” by Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band - “Mabon (Acoustic)” by Sowulo- “Mountains Falling” by David Lynch & John Neff- “I Fall to Pieces” by Wanda Jackson- “When You’ve Fallen in Love” by Al Bowlly with Lew Sto...2017-10-0757 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 60: Nostalgic Summer Nights p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px Arial} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px Arial; min-height: 16.0px} p.p3 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px Arial; color: #323333} This episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for July 24, 2017. In this episode, I celebrate my 45th rotation around the sun by remembering my deep little girl love for radio and my dreams of someday being Dr. Johnny Fever. Songs Played in this episode: - “Dr. Johnny Fever Takes Control” by Howard Hesseman as Dr. Jo...2017-07-2358 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 59: Witch to Witch with Danielle DulskyThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County radio on Tuesday, June 20, 2017 - just in time for the Summer Solstice! Author and fully-outed witch sits down to talk with host Tristy Taylor about ritual, finding our way to the craft, feline familiars and much more!2017-06-1859 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 58: Flowering This episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for May 23, 2017. In this episode, I welcome in the Flowering. Songs Played in this episode: - “Water Your Garden” by Luscious Jackson - “Rose 4 U” by TEEN - “Flower” by Deerhoof -  “Azt Gondoltam, Esô Esik (I Thought It Was Raining)” by Muzsikás - “Ej Mergel? Per Dvarel?” by Ratilio - “Édesanyám rózsafája (My Mother's Rosebush)” by Márta Sebestyén & Muzsikás - “You Will Always Bring Me Flowers” by Shannon & The Clams - “(Nothing But) Flowersâ...2017-05-2159 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 57: Spinster Widow p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px Arial} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px Arial; min-height: 16.0px} p.p3 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px Arial; color: #323333} span.s1 {color: #323333} This episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for  April 11, 2017. In this episode, I dive into what it means to be a Spinster Widow. Songs Played in this episode: - “The Way I Feel Inside” [Zombies cover] by Phox  - “Spinster” written and read by Sylvia Plath - “Spinsterâ€...2017-04-0957 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 56: Dead Author Party, 2016 p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px Arial} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px Arial; min-height: 16.0px} This episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for March 14, 2017. In this episode, we pay a very inadequate tribute to the authors who passed away in 2016. Songs Played in this episode: - Quotes from Umberto Eco’s Name of the Rose - Responsorium in organs: Dum asset Salvator in monte Compostela by Ensemble Organum - Quotes from Gloria Naylor’s The Women...2017-03-1257 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 55: Stormy p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px Arial} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px Arial; min-height: 16.0px} This episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for January 10, 2017. In this episode, we find the rainbow in the storm… Songs Played in this episode: - The Rain on the Roof by The Lovin’ Spoonful - It’s Raining by Irma Thomas - Buckets of Rain by Neko Case - Rains on Me by Tom Waits - Stormy, Stor...2017-01-0958 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 54: The Year the Music Died p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px Arial} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px Arial; min-height: 16.0px} This episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for January 3, 2017. In this episode, we say a very inadequate goodbye to many of the stars we lost in 2016. Songs Played in this episode: - When Doves Cry by Prince - Nasty Girl by Vanity 6 - I Learned the Hard Way by Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings - Theme from Valley...2017-01-0159 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 53: Revolution p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px Arial} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 14.0px Arial; min-height: 16.0px} This episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for November 29, 2016. In this episode, I try to process to alarming news that a Rapist, Racist Garbage Monster is going to be our new President. I give some good safety tips for helping those being attacked by Racist Garbage Monsters and I ask us all to pull on our deep roots of power to find love and peace in these awful times. 2016-11-2558 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 52: Hella-weenThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for November 1, 2016. In this episode, I try to take things a little lighter around death and All Hallow’s Eve. Let’s get goofy with treats and tricks and garage rock! Songs Played in this episode: - It’s Halloween by The Shaggs - Werewolf by The Frantics - Walking with a Ghost by Tegan & Sara - Rockin’ in the Graveyard by Jackie Morningstar - Boris the Spider by The Kords - I Put a Spell on You by Sc...2016-10-3055 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 51: Dating GamesThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for October 25, 2016. In this episode, I talk about the stupid games that get played in dating land. It’s been a long time since I’ve been in this playground and it’s as brutal as I remember it. Enjoy! Songs Played in this episode: - Wicked Game by Chris Isaak - Hotline Bling by Glass Face - The Name of the Game by ABBA - Look at Little Sister by Hank Ballard & The Midnighters - Right? by Xenia...2016-10-2358 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 50: Pussy Grabs BackThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for October 18, 2016. In this episode, I talk about He Who Will Not Be Named Because He is a Rapist Monster. #PussyGrabsBack Songs Played in this episode: Pussy Grabs Back by Kim BoekbinderMiss Pussy Pants by Ann MagnusonPussy Thrusts by Gravy Train!!!!Big Mouth by SantigoldYou Think You’re a Man by The VaselinesKill v. Maim by GrimesTraffic Island Psycho by Tone DogsHappiness is a Warm Gun by Tori AmosPsychopath by Lisa GermanoRattlesnake by St. VincentIndestructible by Robyn Please subscribe and rate! Thank you.2016-10-1757 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 49: A Tribute to Gene WilderThis episode was pre-recorded to air on KWTF Sonoma County Radio on Tuesday, September 6, 2016. It is my very unique and personal tribute to Gene Wilder, may his comedic genius rest in power, always.Tracks played:Pure Imagination by Gene WilderGene Wilder talks about his life while being interviewed by Merv Griffin in 1979Them Heavy People by Kate BushThe Kangaroo Hop by Gene Wilder, Madeline Kahn & Marty FeldmanWhat Hump? Igor Meets FrankensteinPutting on the Ritz by Gene Wilder & Peter BoyleAbby Normal with Gene Wilder & Marty Feldman2016-09-0654 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 48: Getting OlderThis episode was recorded LIVE at KWTF Sonoma County Radio on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. I had just turned 44 and it was hitting me hard. Be warned, the robots were fidgety this night, and we lost about 15 minutes in the middle of this episode – POOF! Gone into the ethers. We also lost the last five minutes, so I disappear abruptly. Yet another reason to tune in live!Songs played:Older by They Might Be GiantsThe Old Days by Dr. DogIs It True that I am No Longer Young? by Patina PraxisTake a Ride by Luscious JacksonGod Bless the Child (alterna...2016-08-1543 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 47: Strange FamiliesThis episode was recorded LIVE at KWTF Sonoma County Radio on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 with special guest improvisors, Mr. Kevin Husky and Mr. Bernie Jungle. We meet a strange family that seems to rely solely on their daughter “man-whoring,” and we meet some Baby Geniuses who ask the important question, “Are there Riot Grrrls in jazz clubs?” Everything (outside of the music played) is completely improvised, live in the moment.Songs played:Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya by Krishna DasMaybe by The ChantelsGod Only Knows by The Beach BoysGet Right with God by 2016-08-0858 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 46: The Open Sexuality of Sonoma CountyThis episode was recorded LIVE at KWTF Sonoma County Radio on Tuesday, July 12, 2016 with special guest improvisor, Mr. Kevin Husky. Dr. Shawna helps Brian who is overwhelmed by the open sexuality of Sonoma County, we meet a tense couple that tries Ayahuasca for the first time, two fancy lovers try yoga for the first time, and Tristy and Huskey declare that there are no funny people in Sonoma County. PROVE US WRONG. Post a link to your comedy in the comments below!Songs played:All I Can Do by Dolly PartonUnrequited Love by Lykke LiTribulation by Sam Amido...2016-07-2659 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 45: Happy IndependenceThis episode was recorded LIVE in the NEW KWTF Sonoma County Radio studio on Tuesday, July 5, 2016 with special guest improvisor, Mr. Steven Anderson. Dr. Shawna helps Quincy the Sub, we meet some mythological creatures who are struggling in the world of online dating, and we eavesdrop on a real May/December romance. Steven and I finish up with some real talk about our new lives in the online dating world. Enjoy!Songs played:Jesus Flag American Fish by Cuckoo ChaosAmerican Valhalla by Iggy PopMorons & Americans by The GazillionsMiss America by Tizzy2016-07-1859 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 44: Dr. Shawna Gets SeducedThis episode was recorded LIVE in the NEW KWTF Sonoma County Radio studio on Tuesday, June 28, 2016. In this episode, Dr. Shawna finds herself with a younger man in a shady glade, and some seduction occurs, involving a nice pasta dish.Songs played:Forget That You’re Young by The FalsiesYoung & Foolish by Corinne Bailey RaeDance Yrself Clean by 2016-07-1059 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 42: Love BoatThis episode was recorded LIVE in the NEW KWTF Sonoma County Radio studio on Tuesday, June 14, 2016. In this episode, we return to Dr. Shawna floating on a large yacht in Lake Sonoma with two curious characters. We learn about Quantum Love Making, why adverbs are NOT sexy, and how to shave, clip and sedate.Songs played:The Astrology Song by The Oliver Brown TrioOh My Stars by Nina NastasiaGreenwich Mean Time by Charlotte GainsbourgGood Time by Brazilian Girls2016-07-1058 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 43: DaddiesThis episode was recorded LIVE in the KWTF Sonoma County Radio studio on Tuesday, June 21, 2016. In this episode, I go on walkabout in Sebastopol, California and came across two Daddies and their daughter having a very heated discussion… Songs played:  - Fall in Love with Me by Iggy Pop - Go Daddy-O by The Falsies - Forgotten Fantasy by Seth Bogart - The Sweetest Thing by Camera Obscura - Lusty by Lamb - Catch Me, Daddy by Big Brother & The Holding Company - See M...2016-07-031h 00Spilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 41: Hey SailorThis episode was recorded LIVE in the NEW KWTF Sonoma County Radio studio on Tuesday, June 7, 2016 (with some technical difficulties). In this episode, we find Dr. Shawna floating on a large yacht in Lake Sonoma with two curious characters. Sadly, the Cylons invaded at the end, so we are missing the last five minutes of this scintillating live episode! Songs played:  - King of the Sea by Shannon and The Clams - Wacky Surf Trip by The Aquadolls - Let’s Go Surfing by The Drums - I’m Building My...2016-06-1950 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 40: Feminist Online Dating in the Middle AgeThis episode was recorded LIVE in the NEW KWTF Sonoma County Radio studio on Tuesday, May 31, 2016 (with some technical difficulties). In this episode, we catch up on what it’s like to be an Over 40 Feminist dating on the Internet. Dr. Shawna also checks in and shares “Five Things Every Man Should Know About Online Dating,” and Tristy explains “Relationship Anarchy” and navigating all the Young Bro Dudes. Songs played:  - Gone by the Dawn by Shannon and The Clams - You Love Nothing [interrupted with some technical difficulties] by L.A. WITCH - Five Things E...2016-06-1354 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 39: An ALARMING Return to Being LIVE ON THE AIR AGAIN!This episode was recorded LIVE in the NEW KWTF Sonoma County Radio studio on May 24, 2016. In this episode, we finally hear Dr. Shawna, Unlicensed Sex Therapist give advice to Tristy Taylor herself, the host of Spilling Rubies. They talk about online dating and turning Sonoma County Bro Dudes into feminists. Things take an ALARMING turn behind the scenes, so the music selections becomes quite bizarre and confusing. Enjoy the ride. Songs played:  - Unannounced by Modern Kin - Nothin’ in the World by The Kinks - C’mere by Interpol - My Lov...2016-05-3058 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 38: A Tribute to CalypsoThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for April 5, 2016. In this episode, we move away from grief and enjoy a tribute to Calypso music, featuring recordings by Alan Lomax, Calypso Rose and early Bob Marley and the Wailing Wailers. Enjoy!2016-04-0357 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 37: For the SleeplessThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio on March 1, 2016. This episode is for all my fellow sleepless souls. For my fellow sisters and brothers in insomnia. For my tossing and turning troubadours. For my wakeful wandering widows. You are not alone.Songs played:One Night As I Lay On My Bed by June Tabor (1983)I Go to Sleep by Anika (2010)Sleeping with Ghosts by Placebo (2003)Lithuanian Lullaby by Veronika Povilioniene (1989)In a Turkish Town by 2016-02-2955 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 36: Time Ain't Healed Nothin'This episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for February 2, 2016. In this episode, we return to grief and loss. Make sure to catch up on the story by listening to episodes 31, 32 & 33, or simply click on the Grief category on SpillingRubies.com.Songs Played:I Heard by Young FathersAin’t Got Sh*t by The Ting TingsChasing Shadows by Santigold2016-02-0158 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 35: A Tribute to David BowieThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for January 19, 2016. In this episode, we make a woefully inadequate tribute to the one, the only, David Bowie. Songs Played: Memory of a Free Festival by David Bowie Starman (Live in 1972) by David Bowie Helden (German version of Heroes) by David Bowie Russell Harty interviews David Bowie in 1973 The Bewlay Brothers by David Bowie Space Oddity by Commander Chris Hadfield The Man Who Sold the World by Nirvana 2016-01-1757 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 34: A Tribute to Grace JonesThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for January 12, 2016. In this episode, we review Grace Jones’ new memoir, I’ll Never Write My Memoirs, available now from Gallery Books. I received a review copy of this memoir from Good Reads and I’m so grateful.Songs Played:Pull Up to the Bumper by Grace JonesI’m Not Perfect, But I am Perfect for You by Grace JonesAn excerpt from grounation music by Count Ossie and his Mystic Revelation of RastafariMy Jamaican Guy by Grace Jones2016-01-0959 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesMaking It Through This Year (If It Kills Me)This episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for December 8, 2015. In this episode, we figure out how to make it through this year, even if it kills us. Songs Played: This Year by The Mountain GoatsI Just Want to Make It New with You by SokoHanging On by Ellie GouldingI Cannot Make It by Sly & The Family StoneGoodbye by Pietro Attila & The WarlocksWave Goodbye by Love InksThe Son of a Disgruntled Ex-Postal Worker Reflects on His Loneliness by Alice DonutNo One Knows by Queens of the Stone AgeAlternate Ending by Sean BokenkampDay...2015-12-0657 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 32: Lonely Days, Lonely NightsThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for November 16, 2015. In this episode, we get deep into our loneliness. Songs Played: All is Loneliness by Janis JoplinIs She Lonesome Now? by TarnationThe End of the Rainbow by Richard & Linda ThompsonA Widow's Toast by Neko CaseSolitary Move by Anna TernheimLone by Chelsea WolfeThat's How Strong My Love Is by Otis ReddingBrave & Strong by Sly & The Family StoneNervous Lonely Night by Jessica Lea MayfieldLong Distance Drunk by Modest MouseThinking About Tomorrow by Beth OrtonKeep the Streets Empty for Me by Fever RayTwo Sides of...2015-11-1758 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 31: Grief and Loss This episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for October 20, 2015. In this episode, we catch up with what has been happening in Tristy's life, which includes a lot of grief and loss.Songs Played:From Stardust to Sentience by High PlacesI Wish I Was the Moon by Neko CaseHow Can You Mend a Broken Heart? by Al GreenI Have Always Been Here Before by 2015-10-1955 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 30: Inside Twin Peaks Part OneThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for August 4, 2015. In this episode, we sit down with music maker, wizard and Twin Peaks Fan Jeffrey Kihn to discuss some of the deeper, more psychological forests of the Twin Peaks/Fire Walk With Me canon. Jeffrey shares meaningful music from the show, as well as some excellent audio clips of Agent Dale Cooper, the Log Lady, David Lynch himself and more. This episode is not for the faint of heart, as we go deep into the darkness. And this is only Part One! Tune in next week for Par...2015-08-0556 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 29: The Internet is Delicious with Steven AndersonThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for July 21, 2015. In this episode, we sit down with one of our favorite guests, Steven Anderson to talk all things marriage equality, drag queens, and why condiments are out to get you. Featuring Improv suggestions from our Facebook page! Songs played: Clap Your Hands! by Clap Your Hands Say Yeah (2015)Keep Falling by Summer Camp (2015)She Talks Too Much by Elohim (2015)You Can Tell A Lot by Blis. (2015)Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to stay connected on all the social media place...2015-07-1958 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 28: A Conversation with Susie Stonefield MillerThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for July 14, 2015. In this episode, we sit down with Sonoma County, California artist, writer, mom, wife, teacher, spiritual music leader, hand holder, community builder, and inspired life guide, Susie Stonefield Miller!Songs played:Future People by Alabama Shakes (2015)Hurricane by Mindy Smith (2004)Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to stay connected on all the social media places!Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, 8Tracks, 2015-07-1258 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 27: Giggles with BernieThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for June 23, 2015. In this episode, we welcome back creator, woodworker, nude hot tubber, improvisor, musician and former ironworker, Mr. Bernie Jungle.Songs played:Woodcat by Tunng (2006)Falling by Warm Wires (2002)Soak Us by Warm Wires (2002)Oh Bummer by Deerhoof (2014)Lonely Wanderer by Panda Bear (2015)Strange by Laura Marling (2015)Thanks for listening! Don’t forget to stay connected on all the social media places!Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, 8Tracks, Pinterest, SoundCloudPlease feel free to rate and subscribe and do all the things the robots like to push us up2015-07-1259 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 26: Secrets and LiesThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for June 9, 2015. In this episode, we shine a light into the dark closet of your secrets and reveal all the lies that live there. Then we throw a party.Songs played:Lies by CHVRCHES (2013)Lies by Broken Records (2008)The Scene of the Lie by Laetitia Sadier (2014)Little Lies by Fleetwood Mac (1987)The Biggest Lie by Elliott Smith (1995)Lovers Lie by Michael Rault (2015)Grace & Lies by Family Band (2012)Song for the Secret by Cubby Creatures (2005)Why Do I Lie? by Luscious Jackson (1996)Was It a Lie? by Sleater-Kinney (2000)You're...2015-07-1259 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 25: Money, HoneyThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for May 26, 2015. In this episode, we steal your wallet and then give it back to you...Songs played:Spend My Money by The Ettes (2006)Money by Peter Bjorn & John (2004)I Love You Money by Lowell (2014)Broke by Kye Kye (2011)Broke by Modest Mouse (2011)Poney Honey Money by CSS (2006)Money Burns a Hole in My Pocket by Dean Martin (1954)The Boulevard of Broken Dreams (Gigolo & Gigolette) by Tony Bennett (1950)Pennies from Heaven (alternate take) by Billie Holiday (1936)Money (That's What I Want) by Don Covay (1973)For the Love of Money by The O'Jays 2015-07-1259 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 23: Patti Smith Cosmic TributeThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for April 28, 2015. In this episode, we make our cosmic tribute to the one and only, Patti Smith.Songs played:Dancing Barefoot by Patti Smith & Patti Smith GroupPatti Smith Math Scratch by Thurston Moore (1995)I Wanna Be Your Dog by Eddie Vedder, R.E.M. & Patti Smith at the induction of Patti Smith to the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame (2007)excerpts from the audio recording of Patti Smith's memoir, Just Kids (2011)Old Western Movies by William Burroughs & tomandandy (2006)Morning High by Lizzy Mercier Descloux & Patti Smith (2003)Sleepwal...2015-07-1259 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 22: Canary in a CoalmineThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for April 13, 2015. In this episode, we explore what it is to wheeze, what it is to have asthma, what it is to be allergic to everything, including plastic! So grab your inhaler, stew up some stinging nettle tea (it helps!) and relax into the next hour of heavy breathing...Songs played:I've Got Asthma by Toy Dolls (2002)Do You Have Asthma? from Spanish for Medical Professionals (2011)Avant Gardener by Courtney Barnett (2014)Breathe by Go Go Galaxion (2000)Little Pink Plastic Bags by Gorillaz (2014)Asthma Attack by Yves Relos from 200...2015-07-1257 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 21: The Drinking AgeThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for March 31, 2015. In this episode, Spilling Rubies turns 21 episodes! So we decided, since we are now of legal drinking age in California, to celebrate all things drunk! Please enjoy music, poetry and more...Songs played:My Old Drunk Friend by Freakwater (1993)Drunkard's Special by Coley Jones (1929)I'm Not Drinking, Hm Hm by Ed's Redeeming Qualities (1991)Between the Bars by Madeleine Peyroux (2004)Drinking You In by The Duke Spirit (2003)Sober Driver by Dengue Fever (2013)Oh, Gin [demo version] by The Velvet Underground (1970)What Good Can Drinkin' Do? [live] by Janis Jo...2015-07-1258 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 20: Femprovisor Fest! with Jill EickmannThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio on March 17, 2015. In this episode, Tristy takes a trip to San Francisco, to interview Executive Producer and Director of Femprovisor Fest, Jill Eickmann. She is also a Producer for the San Francisco Improv Festival and Co-Founder and Artistic Director of Leela. ENJOY!Songs played:San Francisco by Foxygen (2013)Talk with Jesus by The Jones Sisters from the 2008 album Como Now: The Voices of Panola County, MississippiVie Nouvelle by Houria Aichi (1995)Money Honey! by Wanda Jackson (2014)Fake French by Le Tigre (2001)Come on, Petunia! by The Blow (2007)Don’t f...2015-07-1257 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 19: Best Books of 2014This episode was pre-recorded specifically for KWTF Sonoma County Radio on March 3, 2015. In this episode, Tristy is flying solo and sharing six of her favorite books published in 2014. Along with her review, she shares music that she feels go hand-in-hand with the book:10:04 by Ben Lerner (songs: Cold Blooded Old Times by Smog & It Happened Before Our Time by Jeremy Jay)The Blazing World by Siri Hustvedt (songs: New York Social Life by Laurie Anderson & Hard Headed Woman by Wanda Jackson, The Queen of Rock!)Why Are You So Sad? by Jason Porter (songs: Right Track Now by Rocky C. Hall and The 13t...2015-07-1256 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 18: Slow DreamsThis episode originally aired live on KWTF Sonoma County Radio on February 10, 2015. In this episode, Tristy, your lovely host, is flying solo and exploring SLOWING DOWN. We explore Jeff Bridges' new album, Sleeping Tapes and we connect more deeply with that great teacher of slowing down, The Snail. ENJOY!Songs played:Sleep, Dream, Wakeup by Jeff Bridges (2015)"Sleepy Time" by Raymond Scott (1964)"Slow Hands" by Zee Avi (2009)"Slow Moves" by Jose Gonzalez (2006)"Wake Up, Sleepyhead" by Azure Ray (2010)"Slow Pour" by Sarah Jaffe (2014)"Lullabye" by Emitt Rhodes (1970)"Slow Down" by Múm (2013)"Lullaby" by The Cure (1984)"While We Were Dreaming" b2015-07-1257 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 17: Butter and OintmentThis episode originally aired live on KWTF Sonoma County Radio on January 27, 2015. In this episode, Dr. Shawna's sister makes another appearance and explains some new polyamorous terms involving the alphabet. We find out how to handle your need for exhibitive sex, and the wonderful Santa Rosa Improvisors, Steven Anderson and Briana Gordon discuss the pros and cons of shrinking oneself. It's cute and offensive at the same time, so get into it!Songs played:Black Cat by Broadcast (2005) - RIP Trish Keenan, you are MISSEDBurn by The Noisettes (2005)Darken Her Horse by Austra (2011)Werewolves of London by Warren Zevon (197...2015-07-1258 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 16: Portland Improv Road Trip, Part TwoThis episode originally aired live on KWTF Sonoma County Radio on January 20, 2015. In this episode, we continue our Portland Improv Road Trip, meeting up with Portland Improvisors, Dan Humke and Jay Flewelling and Ashland Improvisor and Stand-Up Comedian, Meghan Manning. We had blast, improvising and talking about all things Portland. Throughout this episode, we feature Portland music, as well!And if you want to know more about Jay Flewelling's variety show, Comedy Grab Bag, you can visit http://pdspdx.net/cgb/ and they are also on Facebook and Twitter.Songs played:"Mrs. Dark Fantasy" by Sean Flin...2015-07-1255 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 15: Portland, Oregon Road Trip, Part OneThis episode originally aired live on KWTF Sonoma County Radio on January 13, 2015. In this episode, Tristy hits the road, finding herself in Portland, Oregon. Thanks to one of my first Improv teachers, Toni Tabora-Roberts' wonderful recommendation, I got to meet up with The Knock Outs, an excellent Improv troupe performing locally in the Portland area. I had SO MUCH FUN with Adrienne Flagg, Scott Engdahl, and Brad Fortier. We talked, we improvised and we laughed… a lot! Dr. Shawna even showed up to help out a couple with some "mother issues." And interspersed throughout are some local Portland music.Song...2015-07-1259 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode LUCKY 13: Winter SolsticeThis episode originally aired live on KWTF Sonoma County Radio on December 23, 2014. In this episode, Tristy is flying solo, sharing her witchy ideas on Finnish Reindeer Goddesses, the connection between hallucinogenic mushrooms and Christmas, and why we should all embrace our darkness.Songs played:"Night & Day" by Billie Holiday (1939)"Into the Night" by Julee Cruise (1990)"Soittelen Soutusalmen Suorimaista" and "Gatzo-Ma" by Karoliina Kantelinen (2008)"Winterheart" by Niki & The Dove (2012)"Darkness" by King Khan & The Shrines (2013)"Winter Days" by Doug Paisley (2011)"Come In/The Winter, It is Past" by P.G. Six (2004)"Dark Come Soon" by Tegan & Sara (2007)"When the Night Com...2015-07-1259 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 12: Guitars, Submarines and StarfishThis episode originally aired live on KWTF Sonoma County Radio on December 16, 2014. In this episode, our very special guest Bernie Jungle joins us for some musical improv! We let the guitar tell us where to go and we go to some mystical places...Songs played:"All I Want is You" by Barry Louis Polisar (1977)"Lawn Dart" by Ed's Redeeming Qualities (2010)"Oops, I Did It Again" by Richard Thompson (2003)"Anyone Else But You" by The Moldy Peaches (2008)"Chelsea, Let's Go Join the Circus" by Agent Ribbons (2006)"Your Dirty Answer" by Kristin Hersh (2001)Don’t forget to stay connected on all...2015-07-1257 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 11: Robot LoveThis episode originally aired live on KWTF Sonoma County Radio on December 9, 2014. In this episode, special guest Your Old Pal Will of Vinyl-O-Matic and Less Rock, More Talk uses his magical, Robot Whisperer skills and helps Dr. Shawna, unlicensed sex therapist reach out to the robo-sapien community.Songs played:The Robots by Señor Coconut y Su Conjuncto from El Baile Alemán [The German Dance], an album of Kraftwerk covers done in a Latin American style. (2005)Are You a Computer? by ??? - I actually have no idea who this is or what it is called. It's from a mix a fri...2015-07-1259 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 10: Cherchez La FemmeThis episode originally aired live on KWTF Sonoma County Radio on December 2, 2014. In this episode, Tristy is flying solo and sharing her short story, "Cherchez La Femme," about growing up in Marin County, California in the 1970's and a falling in love with a glamorous waitress.Songs played:Dreams by Fleetwood Mac (1977)Dreamboat Annie by Heart (1976)Dancing Queen by ABBA (1986)Keep On Loving You by REO Speedwagon (1980)Girls Just Want to Have Fun by Cyndi Lauper (1983)We Got the Beat by The Go-Go's (1981)Got to Give It Up by Marvin Gaye (1977)Magic by Olivia Newton-John (1980)Sunshower and Cherchez La Femme...2015-07-1256 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 9: No, Thanks! GivingThis episode originally aired live on KWTF Sonoma County Radio on November 25, 2014. In this episode, Tristy is flying solo and sharing thoughts and music about her yearly holiday, No, Thanks! Giving. Tristy also talks about her favorite Autumn Animal Spirit Guide, the Vulture, and because the results of the Ferguson Trial literally came out fifteen minutes before this episode aired, she reads an excerpt from the very powerful article, The Unseen Jury: The Ideology and Psychology of Institutionalized Racism by Okla Elliott, originally published online on Stir Journal on August 11, 2014.Songs played:Thank You for Sending Me an Angel...2015-07-1257 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 8: Living With a BearThis episode originally aired live on KWTF Sonoma County Radio on November 18, 2014 with our very special guest: Justin Hunter. In this episode, Dr. Shawna, unlicensed sex therapist, introduces you to her assistant/bodyguard/polyamorous lover, Reynaldo. We meet Mr. Pickles, Elder Clown Lover and unofficial  "King Mayor" of Petaluma and we also learn what it's like to live with a Bear and how to manage that and live a happy life.Songs played:Dirty Hands by Black Lips (2005)Bear (Attacking) by Tracy + The Plastics (2001)Big Bad Man by Scout Niblett (2001)Man by Yeah Yeah Yeahs (2003)Dirt Nap by Trailer Br...2015-07-1257 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 7: Dr. Shawna versus Dr. StanielThis episode originally aired live on KWTF Sonoma County Radio on November 11, 2014, with our very special guest, Mr. Steven AndersonIn this episode, Dr. Shawna, unlicensed sex therapist, reunites with her long-lost husband, Dr. Staniel Woodlove. Tension abounds, but they find their way to an understanding as only two unlicensed sex therapists can. And since they met at a New Wave club in Big Sur in the 1980's, this episode has an all New Wave soundtrack.Songs played:Ceremony by New Order (1987)Ring Me Up by the Divinyls (1983)Boy (Extended Mix Version) by Book of Love (19...2015-07-1255 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 6: Chocolate Jesus on a Crazy TrainThis episode originally aired live on KWTF Sonoma County Radio on November 4, 2014special guest: "Julius Hunter"In this episode, Dr. Shawna, unlicensed sex therapist, helps a frat boy with intimacy issues, Daddy Buck & Sue go to Burning Man, we meet Bob Richards, unofficial KWTF Psychic and "Julius" and I talk way too much about my husband, Justin and growing up in Missouri.Songs played:Mystery Train by Elvis Presley (1955)The Train from Kansas City by The Shangri-Las (1965)Train of Love by Johnny Cash (1958)Lost Someone by James Brown (1963)Too Many Snakes by Trailer Bride (1999)Count...2015-07-1259 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 5: The Witching HourThis episode originally aired live on KWTF Radio on October 28, 2014 and in it, we celebrate all things witchy, both from the past and the present! Explore the story of the one and only BABA YAGA, the witch of the Slavic woodlands, hear NEW definitions of words we take for granted from the 1987 "Websters' First New Intergalactic Wickedary of the English Language." by Mary Daly & Jane Caputi and hear my own thoughts on being a DIY Witch. ENJOY!Songs played:Witches Egg by Susan Tyrrell from the 1980 film Forbidden ZoneIs She Weird? by Pixies (1990)When I Grow Up by Fever Ray...2015-07-1256 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 4: SistersThis episode of Spilling Rubies originally aired live and unedited on October 21, 2014 on Sonoma County's own KWTF.Special Guest: Briana GordonIn this episode, we spend some time with two old Eastern European ladies on a park bench, we listen in on some Valley Girls deciding their "couples' Halloween costume," and we meet Dr. Shawna, unlicensed sex therapist's long-estranged sister Sherri. Everything is totally improvised and giggles were had.Songs played:I Was Denied by Thee Oh Sees from Warm Slime (2010)Vampira by Bobby Bare (1958)Sister Wife (Star Slinger Remix) by Alex Winston (2011)Faster Pussyca...2015-07-1257 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 3: The Lost EpisodeThe original episode aired live on KWTF.net on October 14, 2014, but unfortunately, I did not record it properly, so it is lost forever. Instead, I share a nice little five minute monologue about me and Spilling Rubies and where we are all at these days, so take a listen!Song played:“Lost” by Amanda Palmer & The Grand Theft Orchestra from Theatre is EvilDon't forget to stay connected on all the social media places!Twitter, Facebook, SoundCloud, MixCloud, Tumblr, 8Tracks2015-07-1209 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 2: I'm Here to Get My Baby Out of JailOriginally aired LIVE on kwtf.net on October 8, 2014Solo Show in which I share my short story, interspersed with music, all with a jailhouse theme.Songs played:Jail by Giulia y Los Tellarini on L'Arrabbiata (2012)Friend Went to Jail by Tricky on Mixed Race (2010)Jail-House Blues by Bessie Smith on The Essential Bessie SmithJailbird by M. Ward on Hold TIme (2009)Put Me in Jail by Sunny & The Sunliners on Chicano Soul: San Antonio's Westside SoundNot Even Jail by Interpol on Antics (2010)Dad, I'm in Jail by Was (Not Was) off The Best of Was Not Was (1980-2010)Baby Out...2015-07-1259 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 1: Like a Sexual Patch AdamsOriginally aired LIVE on KWTF.net on September 30, 2014Guest: Dan HumkeThis is our VERY FIRST episode! Listen to Dr. Shawna, unlicensed sex therapist give some very good advice, hear why bees do not wear pants, and understand why you must never aggravate the mutants!Songs played:Yaikatekara Dub by OKI off Dub AinuHousekeeping by Cibo Matto from Hotel ValentineBees, Do Not Aggravate the Mutants, and The Road Master all by Mondus MondusGoodnight, Goodbye by The Julie Ruin off Run FastDon't forget to stay connected on all the social media places!2015-07-1257 minSpilling RubiesSpilling RubiesEpisode 28: A Conversation with Susie Stonefield MillerThis episode was pre-recorded for airing on KWTF Sonoma County Radio for July 14, 2015. In this episode, we sit down with Sonoma County, California artist, writer, mom, wife, teacher, spiritual music leader, hand holder, community builder, and inspired life guide, Susie Stonefield Miller! Songs played: - Future People by Alabama Shakes (2015) - Hurricane by Mindy Smith (2004) Please subscribe and rate! Thank you.2015-07-1158 minArts and Healing PodcastArts and Healing PodcastCreativity, Dreams & Spirituality: An Interview with Rev. Tristy TaylorIn addition to her work as the Arts and Healing Network’s Web Site Coordinator, Reverend Tristy Taylor also works with individuals and groups using dreamwork, art-making, coaching, spiritual direction and meditation.  She holds a Masters degree from the Arts & Consciousness program at John F. Kennedy University, and was ordained in January 2005 after studying at The Chaplaincy Institute for Art and Interfaith Ministry. Reverend Taylor is also the co-Founder of the Church of Craft.You can find out more about Reverend Taylor's work by going to trismegista.com and reading her blog, Create with Spirit.  2008-05-2325 min