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Real Good StuffSunset Sounds Befriending GriefIn this episode Scott shares stories of the people closest to him that have passed. Inspired by the Resolve Aspire for Equality Conference & a presenter named Aletta. Grief is a necessary part of my life. It has shaped who I am as a person & informs connections with other people. Sunsets are a necessary part of sustaining life.
2020-12-1354 minReal Good StuffPodcasting Wisdom Remind Guests about RecordingEven if it is a quick text or email, this is a great practice. Include the best way to get in touch with you as a reminder along with the location of the recording.
2020-12-0303 minReal Good StuffPodcasting Wisdom Sound QualitySound Quality matters and it is more than just what type of microphone you use or space where you record.
2020-12-0309 minReal Good StuffRealGoodStuff Be An Encourager with Dr. Sam CollinsSam and Scott talk about what it means to be an encourager, a spark plug, & someone who includes people. Sam is a motivational encourager, organizer & now podcast host. Sam brings together women from all over the world with her organization Aspire for Equality. This December will make Scott's third time participating with an Aspire Conference; Two of them have been virtually. Sam recently launched a podcast called Stripped Back, check it out where you listen to podcasts.
2020-12-011h 04Real Good StuffRealGoodStuff Practicing GratitudeDuring 2020 gratitude has become a central point in appreciating the people who contribute in creating a podcaster. Thank you to everyone who continues to LOVE ME ANYWAY. Thank you for your patience. "If you hold your hand closed, nothing good can come in. The open hand is blessed, for it gives in abundance, even as it receives.' - Biddy Mason
2020-11-291h 01Real Good StuffLezioni di italiano Mental Health Salute Mentale Therapy Terapia Couseling ConsulenzaIn a new podcast series from Real Good Stuff: Scott talks about his journey of learning Italian, sharing about his Italian heritage, a pocket Italian dictionary that was saved from a public library book sale, going to Italy & how it's finally time to get reading glasses. In 2010 at LA City College Scott took a year of Italian & after singing songs in Italian for voice lessons & as a voice major at a university there is still so much to learn. Scott comes from a family of large personalities & big emotional creative tempers on both sides of the family tree, but his dad...
2020-10-2109 minReal Good StuffPodcasting Wisdom Leveraging Community RelationshipsLeveraging Community Relationships is the key to creating a successful podcast series.
2020-10-2015 min2020-10-1906 min2020-10-1905 min2020-10-1906 min2020-10-1904 min2020-10-1905 minReal Good StuffPodcasting Wisdom Keep GoingIn this Podcasting Wisdom series of mini episodes, Scott shares about things he has learned from his 5 years experience as a podcast host, producer & teacher. When creating a podcast series keep going. The process takes time and it is important to be tenacious and continue creating content. Even if people do not understand why you are doing it, you have an important story to share. If you would like to learn more about podcasting contact Scott on social media @scottieappleseed or scott@realgoodstuff.org Thank you for listening.
2020-10-1914 minReal Good StuffPodcasting Wisdom Get To Know Guests BeforehandIn this Podcasting Wisdom series of mini episodes, Scott shares about things he has learned from his 5 years experience as a podcast host, producer & teacher. Getting to know the guests beforehand has been really helpful for me. The conversation flows better the more time spent communicating ahead of time. If you would like to learn more about podcasting contact Scott on social media @scottieappleseed or scott@realgoodstuff.org Thank you for listening.
2020-10-1908 minReal Good StuffPodcasting Wisdom Informational Vs. ConversationalIn this Podcasting Wisdom series of mini episodes, Scott shares about things he has learned from his 5 years experience as a podcast host, producer & teacher. Podcasts come in different formats: two of the main formats are informational and conversational. Examples are informational podcasts are education, language and sports podcasts. The best informational podcast in my opinion is We The Unhoused with Theo Henderson. There is an innovative style and pace to his podcast series, which I love. Conversational podcasts are the ones I enjoy most and comedy podcasts are my favorite. If you would like to learn more about pod...
2020-10-1909 minReal Good StuffPodcasting Wisdom Double Check Recording SpaceIn this Podcasting Wisdom series of mini episodes, Scott shares about things he has learned from his 5 years experience as a podcast host, producer & teacher. Double Checking the schedule for the recording space is important. Sending out an email or a text to both the guest and anyone involved in the recording as a reminder is proactive. It can help to alleviate anxiety on recording day to perform this double check. If you would like to learn more about podcasting contact Scott on social media @scottieappleseed or scott@realgoodstuff.org Thank you for listening.
2020-10-1906 minReal Good StuffPodcasting Wisdom Give Out Business CardsIn this Podcasting Wisdom series of mini episodes, Scott shares about things he has learned from his 5 years experience as a podcast host, producer & teacher. Giving out business cards is an important part of connecting with people. After we have parted company it is a good way to remind ourselves of the people we have talked to. In this age of more online communication a digital version of your business card can help to make an impression for future correspondence. If you would like to learn more about podcasting contact Scott on social media @scottieappleseed or scott@realgoodstuff.org Th...
2020-10-1907 minReal Good StuffHappy 54th Anniversary to The Black Panther Party for Self Defense founded October 15, 1966In this episode Scott shares about what he learned in the History of the Black Panther Party course at Portland State University taught by professor Walidah Imarisha, ten years ago. The Black Panther Party for Self Defense was founded on October 15, 1966 by Bobby Seale & Huey P. Newton for the primary purpose of stopping police brutality in African American neighborhoods. In our media we are given a lot of stereotypes about The Black Party, but they were made up mostly of women, they had free breakfast programs for children, literacy programs & free healthcare clinics. They also formed coalitions with other...
2020-10-181h 08Real Good StuffWorld Mental Health Day Stop Standing In The Way Of Social JusticeThank you for listening this is a deep from the heart share.
2020-10-111h 30Real Good StuffLezioni di italiano Sing Cantare Singing Cantante Choir Coro Music MusicaIn a new podcast series from Real Good Stuff: Scott talks about his journey of learning Italian, sharing about his Italian heritage, a pocket Italian dictionary that was saved from a public library book sale, going to Italy & how it's finally time to get reading glasses. In 2010 at LA City College Scott took a year of Italian & after singing songs in Italian for voice lessons & as a voice major at a university there is still so much to learn. Scott comes from a family of large personalities & big emotional creative tempers on both sides of the family tree, but his dad...
2020-10-1115 minReal Good StuffLezioni di italiano Community Comunita Neighborhood QuartiereIn a new podcast series from Real Good Stuff: Scott talks about his journey of learning Italian, sharing about his Italian heritage, a pocket Italian dictionary that was saved from a public library book sale, going to Italy & how it's finally time to get reading glasses. In 2010 at LA City College Scott took a year of Italian & after singing songs in Italian for voice lessons & as a voice major at a university there is still so much to learn. Scott comes from a family of large personalities & big emotional creative tempers on both sides of the family tree, but his d...
2020-10-0916 minReal Good StuffPodcasting Wisdom Practice Practice PracticeIn this Podcasting Wisdom series of mini episodes, Scott shares about things he has learned from his 5 years experience as a podcast host, producer & teacher. Posting daily on social media is important in growing relationships with listeners & other people who are podcasting. The only way to get better at something is to practice, practice, practice. We practice podcasting by doing and the more podcasts we create and record the better we become as podcasters. If you would like to learn more about podcasting contact Scott on social media @scottieappleseed or scott@realgoodstuff.org Thank you for listening.
2020-10-0704 minReal Good StuffLezioni di italiano Lion Leone LeonessaIn a new podcast series from Real Good Stuff: Scott talks about his journey of learning Italian, sharing about his Italian heritage, a pocket Italian dictionary that was saved from a public library book sale, going to Italy & how it's finally time to get reading glasses. In 2010 at LA City College Scott took a year of Italian & after singing songs in Italian for voice lessons & as a voice major at a university there is still so much to learn. Scott comes from a family of large personalities & big emotional creative tempers on both sides of the family tree, but his d...
2020-10-0710 minReal Good StuffLezioni di italiano August AgostoIn a new podcast series from Real Good Stuff: Scott talks about his journey of learning Italian, sharing about his Italian heritage, a pocket Italian dictionary that was saved from a public library book sale, going to Italy & how it's finally time to get reading glasses. In 2010 at LA City College Scott took a year of Italian & after singing songs in Italian for voice lessons & as a voice major at a university there is still so much to learn. Scott comes from a family of large personalities & big emotional creative tempers on both sides of the family tree, but his d...
2020-10-0609 minReal Good StuffPodcasting Wisdom Post Daily On Social MediaIn this Podcasting Wisdom series of mini episodes, Scott shares about things he has learned from his 5 years experience as a podcast host, producer & teacher. Posting daily on social media is important in growing relationships with listeners & other people who are podcasting. Posting and sharing what other people are doing is really a powerful tool in building and growing connections with people through social media and it helps me become a more informed person, podcaster and activist. If you would like to learn more about podcasting contact Scott on social media @scottieappleseed or scott@realgoodstuff.org Thank you for liste...
2020-10-0607 minReal Good StuffPodcasting Wisdom Research GuestsIn this Podcasting Wisdom series of mini episodes, Scott shares about things he has learned from his 5 years experience as a podcast host, producer & teacher. Researching guests, asking powerful questions, and finding those unique pieces of information about guests will add a new dimension to your podcasting. If you would like to learn more about podcasting contact Scott on social media @scottieappleseed or scott@realgoodstuff.org Thank you for listening.
2020-10-0505 minReal Good StuffLezioni di italiano Thank You Grazie Gratitude GratitudineIn a new podcast series from Real Good Stuff: Scott talks about his journey of learning Italian, sharing about his Italian heritage, a pocket Italian dictionary that was saved from a public library book sale, going to Italy & how it's finally time to get reading glasses. In 2010 at LA City College Scott took a year of Italian & after singing songs in Italian for voice lessons & as a voice major at a university there is still so much to learn. Scott comes from a family of large personalities & big emotional creative tempers on both sides of the family tree, but his dad...
2020-10-0518 minReal Good StuffPodcasting Wisdom Who Is The ListenerIn this Podcasting Wisdom series of mini episodes, Scott shares about things he has learned from his 5 years experience as a podcast host, producer & teacher. Identifying & thinking about Who Is The Listener to your podcast series is the most important question. Who are you hoping to communicate with, what are you communicating about & why it is important to connect. If you would like to learn more about podcasting contact Scott on social media @scottieappleseed or scott@realgoodstuff.org Thank you for listening.
2020-10-0306 minReal Good StuffPodcasting Wisdom Make A Guest ListIn this Podcasting Wisdom series of mini episodes, Scott shares about things he has learned from 5 years experience as a podcast host, producer & teacher. Making a guest list is essential; series become real by creating a list of who, what & why we want to talk with people as podcast guests. If you would like to learn more about podcasting contact Scott on social media @scottieappleseed or scott@realgoodstuff.org Thank you for listening.
2020-10-0205 minReal Good StuffPodcasting Wisdom ListeningIn this Podcasting Wisdom series of mini episodes, Scott shares about things he has learned from his 5 years experience as a podcast host, producer & teacher. Listening is the foundation of podcasting & in this episode Scott talks about mic stands getting in the way, the importance of eye contact & why listening is the key to a successful podcast. If you would like to learn more about podcasting contact Scott on social media @scottieappleseed or scott@realgoodstuff.org Thank you for listening.
2020-10-0104 minReal Good StuffLezioni di italiano Forgiveness Pardono Forgive PardonareIn a new podcast series from Real Good Stuff: Scott talks about his journey of learning Italian, sharing about his Italian heritage, a pocket Italian dictionary that was saved from a public library book sale, going to Italy & how it's finally time to get reading glasses. In 2010 at LA City College Scott took a year of Italian & after singing songs in Italian for voice lessons & as a voice major at a university there is still so much to learn. Scott comes from a family of large personalities & big emotional creative tempers on both sides of the family tree, but...
2020-09-2021 minReal Good StuffMental Health Shaming, Homophobia & HomelessnessIn this episode Scott shares about his experience growing up in Oregon, a state that is mostly white and founded with black exclusion laws. He shares about his experiences at the intersection of mental health shaming, homophobia, homelessness & white supremacy.
2020-09-021h 07Real Good StuffMeditation An Invitation To BreatheIn this new meditation series community organizer, activist, podcasthost, producer & teacher Scott Clapson shares about how the storms of our life can yield beautiful results. Whether you've been meditating for years or this is your first time, we invite you to breathe. This podcast is dedicated to Ben, Eric & Reagan.
2020-09-011h 02Real Good StuffMusic Is the Bridge: Urban Voices Project with Leeav SoferIn this episode Co-Founder & Co-Director of Urban Voices Project, Leeav Sofer is the first guest ever for a virtual Real Good Stuff. Leeav talks with Scott about Urban Voices Project 3rd virtual performance of the year, how he said "Yes" to working on skid row with music, & how music connects us to one another. Every Wednesday at 4pm Urban Voices Project hosts a Neighborhood Sing. These gatherings pre-pandemic happened at the Wesley Health Center on San Pedro in Skid Row. During the pandemic we transferred all music classes, choir rehearsals & Neighborhood Sings to zoom calls. Out of this was...
2020-08-1736 minReal Good StuffPodcasting Wisdom Creating Your Own Podcast SeriesIn this episode of Podcasting Wisdom, Scott shares about podcasting as a mental health recovery tool in his own life, as a community organizing medium & anthropological phenomenon. Scott would like to help you create your own podcast series He has over 5 yrs podcast host & production experience & over a year teaching.
2020-08-1229 minReal Good StuffThe Source & Listening with Joan HowardCommunity Organizer Joan Howard sits down to talk with Scott about The Source at the LA Public Libraries & why the library is an important resource for people who are experiencing homelessness.
2020-08-1017 minReal Good StuffRadical Hospitality with Kerry MorrisonKerry Morrison of Heart Forward LA talks with Scott about mental health, homelessness and leading with our hearts. Kerry was inspired by a mental health transformation movement in Trieste, Italy, to grow collaborative relationships, bring people together and transform the way we are in community with people who are struggling with their mental health. Trieste and their innovative approach to mental health is world famous and Kerry has a vision to bring their practices and principles to Hollywood and Los Angeles.
2020-07-251h 11Real Good StuffChange Your Algorithm with Joel RelampagosChange Your Algorithm is a new mental health class series that focuses on reprogramming our minds and thoughts. Change Your Algorithm Founder Joel Relampagos sits down with Scott to talk about this new mental health program. Joel is a Executive Television Television Producer, Podcast Host of The Empowered Mind, and Recovery Dharma group facilitator. To learn more and to sign up for a class visit ChangeAlgorithm,com it is free and each meeting is peer facilitated group discussion lead by a therapist, with a short mindfulness meditation following. Check out his podcast The Empowered Mind available on YouTube and...
2020-06-2626 minReal Good StuffPodcasting Wisdom: Social CapitalIn this episode Real Good Stuff host and producer Scott Clapson defines social capital, community organizing and a speech he delivered on social capital in 2015. Social Capital is defined as "the networks of relationships among people who live and work in a particular society, enabling that society to function effectively."
2020-05-2835 minReal Good StuffCurrency of Service with Robert Galinksythebenchplay.com Robert is the first returning guest on RealGoodStuff.org
2020-05-2745 minReal Good StuffExpressing Vulnerability with ChevelleChevelle and Scott sit down to talk about expressing vulnerability. Chevelle is one of the podcasting students, with Scott, and is working on creating his own podcast series Hollywood Intersectionalities and highlighting stories of people who came to LA pursuing their dreams of working in the entertainment industry.
2020-05-211h 27Real Good StuffCrosspollination & The Hollywood Food Coalition with John BillingsleyIn this episode John Billingsley sits down with Scott to talk about the Hollywood Food Coalition. They talk about the volunteer driven nature of HoFoCo and the hundreds of volunteers a week that interact with people who are unhoused and how that can change perceptions/stereotypes about people we consider to be different from ourselves. They also talk about cross pollination and the number nonprofits in Hollywood that interact with people who are unhoused and how coming together in coalition building is key to everyone doing their part to change our culture and allow us to see people who...
2020-04-3057 minReal Good StuffGentrification, Grassroots & Good Friends with Gess MarroquinIn this episode Gess Marroquin sits down with Scott to talk about gentrification in East Hollywood, grassroots activism & Gess’s involvement in the East Hollywood Neighborhood Council. Gess & Scott met over ten years ago at LA City College where they were both student organizers. This touching episode is a decade of grassroots organizer friendship in the making.
2020-04-301h 18Real Good StuffInclusion on the Dancefloor with Cynthia Malaran DJ Cherish the LuvSeason 1 Producer, Cynthia Malaran sits down with Scott to talk about inclusion on the dancefloor.
2020-01-0255 minReal Good StuffSELAH Neighborhood Homeless Coaltion with Dorit Dowler-GuerreroDorit, a board member & volunteer training with SELAH Neighborhood Homeless Coalition, sits down with Scott to talk about how SELAH does outreach to their unhoused friends & neighbor. SELAH has an innovative, energetic approach offering showers, meals, outreach & shuttles to & from their resource/services locations. They understand the importance of collaboration & working together to address the crisis of homelessness in our city.
2020-01-011h 08Real Good StuffA Crisis Decades in the Making with Roberta MorrisRoberta Morris sits down with Scott to talk about her decades of activism around helping people who are facing evictions, struggling with shelter, and social isolation. Roberta shares how the this crisis around homelessness has been building for decades.
2020-01-0135 minReal Good StuffCardborigami Shelters with Genevieve LiangCardborigami director Genevieve Liang sits down with Scott to talk about their innovative cardboard sleeping shelters & collaboration. Genevieve has been collaborating with Safe Parking LA, SELAH Neighborhood Homeles Coalition, numerous nonprofit organizations & churches around Los Angeles.
2020-01-0153 minReal Good StuffGrowing Healthy Social Connections with Nadia GenetNadia Genet sits down with Scott to talk about emotional support listening & encouragement. Nadia shares about breaking down boxes & what it means to be human and listen to one another. Nadia opens up about her struggle with addiction & how a low point in her car lead her to flourish in new experiences. Nadia is an emotional support listener & encouragement to people around her.
2020-01-0130 minReal Good StuffThe Power of Storytelling with Beowulf JonesStorytelling Coach Extraordinaire Beowulf Jones sit’s down with Scott to talk about the power of storytelling.
2019-12-2953 minReal Good StuffLaundry Love with Christian KassoffLaundry Love Huntington Beach CoFounder & Laundry Love new location coach Christian Kassof sits down with Scott to talk about being in community with people who are homeless, the intersection of a laundromat & the importance of clean clothes.
2019-12-2922 minReal Good StuffGardening and Growing Empathy with Charles MalkiIV Organics Founder & A Million Drops Gardening Educator Charles Malki sits down with Scott to talk about his experience teaching gardening the A Million Drops Learning Center & how we can grow empathy with our neighbors who are experiencing homelessness.
2019-12-2935 minReal Good StuffCreativity Transforms with Megan HatfieldMegan Hatfield is a published author, singer, poet & artist. She has volunteered to teach poetry & art at A Million Drops. Her new book “Fly Bird, Sing!” is available on Amazon.
2019-12-2318 minReal Good StuffMotivation and Self Love with Eric WestEric sits down with Scott to talk about how he uses motivation, positive self talk and self love to keep going, even during the darkest and hardest of moments. Eric is an actor and fitness trainer.
2019-12-1527 minReal Good StuffMental Health & Community Outreach with KTown for All Volunteer Will JacksonWill and Scott talk about the building relationships with members of our community who are surviving homelessness and why listening is important.
2019-12-1521 minReal Good StuffThe Importance of Mentoring with Craig BectonCraig Becton sits down with Scott Clapson to talk about how mentoring can make a difference in our lives and help people rise to new opportunities and creativity.
2019-12-1527 minReal Good StuffCompassion Connection with Andrew Pyles-FroemmingAndrew Pyles- Froemming has been coordinating the shower program at Hollywood Adventist Church for the last five years. Through the power of listening they discovered personal care is what their unhoused neighbors needed.
2019-12-1512 minReal Good StuffThe Power of Gratitude with Jason BalgasJason Balgas has volunteered at A Million Drops. He believes strongly in the power of gratitude. Jason shares how his gratitude practice has changed his life.
2019-12-0811 minReal Good StuffOur Brilliant Stories Matter With Founding Director Maike BothA Million Drops Founding Director, Maike Both, sits down with Scott to talk about how A Million Drops got it's start, why she started it & the five year anniversary in December 2018. A Million Drops is a grassroots nonprofit serving people who are surviving homelessness & helping connect them to learning opportunities to help them grow. We are grateful to Maike for all of her amazing compassionate work.
2019-12-0814 minReal Good StuffJourney To Empathy with Robert GalinskyRobert Galinsky is an actor, playwright, volunteer & activist. His play The Bench: A Homeless Love Story is helping shift stereotypes & understanding the stories of people who are surviving homelessness. He is also the resident acting teacher for A Million Drops.
2019-12-0319 min