Visit us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/laissez.faire.ev Cooperation & Booking Inquiries: booking@laissez-faire.org Laissez-Faire is a Franconian based nonprofit network of creative individuals which are committed to alternative and non-commercial celebration of music culture. The name says it all: Every human being has a different creative potential and needs its own form of development. Laissez-Faire is running a platform for these potentials and thus promote all forms of "planned", ...
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Julie has a dear friend who used to say, “Jewels, you’re 19 going on 90”. Opinionated, but always learning, after over 40 years of never getting around to writing plays, books or blogs, her contribution of additional content for Katherine Ryan’s audiobook, The Audacity, motivated her to share some stories and perspectives on all kinds of everyday subjects.Get in touch! Your email may be featured on one of Julie‘s podcast episodes: jewelssays@gmail.comtwitter.com/jewelssaysinstagram.com/jewel ...
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We're rewatching every performance from Glee to crown the ultimate performance from the series. Each episode, Andrew is joined by different Gleeks to discuss the show and move a few lucky songs forward on the Glacket - the Glee Bracket. Listen along to find out where your favorite performances end up!
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Menion (AKA Rob) joins the discussion and lays bare his thoughts on life and role-playing games.
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This podcast takes on the intimidating ‘Game Theory’ and presents it in simplified form. Everything ranging from interviews with famous professors to analysis of real life applications of Game Theory.
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The second volume contains an enlightening critique of Ricardian economics, showing the constraints on theory entailed by Ricardo’s static and pseudo-mathematical method. Ricardo’s successor John Stuart Mill is the object of a devastating intellectual portrait. Marxism is subjected to a merciless demolition, and Rothbard shows the roots of this system in metaphysical speculation. The French classical liberals such as Bastiat, on the other hand, contributed to the subjectivist school. A furth ...
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Hi, my name is Elliott, also known as Hilster or MrHilster on this wonderful place called the internet! I'm a Programmer, Gamer and Objectivist!
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Jewels says she sometimes doesn't understand why children think the way they often do, even though she was an irrational child herself once upon a time, and even though lice aren't a health risk, they're gross and caused her nightmares back in the day. And it's possible that if a child looks excessively unkempt, people might subconsciously treat th…
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"Pointing With My Pregnancy Test" (w/ Conor & Lena)
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Back from our week off with Conor and Recovering Gleek's own, Lena! We talk about Shay Mitchell possibly being on Glee, the icon that is Sandy Ryerson, and we all try to name a woman. Enjoy! Songs this episode include: How Will I Know? Thriller/ Heads Will Roll Total Eclipse of the Heart Night Fever We've Got Tonite Womanizer ---- Become a Patron f…
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Jewels says she hasn't quite yet come down to earth after Mamma Mia and shares some of the trials and favourite moments from both on stage and backstage. Her experience was also a reminder that the world is still full of wonderful young people and you're never too old until you're dead. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Episode Ref…
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Jewels says most of us don’t remember details as well as we think, it’s hard to remember everything you’ve said to whom and a child’s world today is very different from their parents’ and grandparents’. Best to adapt rather than stubbornly clinging to old ideas and mistakes. It's better for us too. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays…
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"It's Getting Scary" (w/ Claudia & Conor)
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It's getting really scary you guys! Everything from discussion of the Glee porn parody, to Eli C. to some tragic Mercedes outfits. This episode has it all. Joined this week by Claudia and Conor this week for the longest episode to date. Enjoy! Songs this episode include: Barely Breathing Black or White Don't You Want Me Homeward Bound/ Home River D…
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I'm joined this week by two Gleeky girls who love to gab/yap, Abby and Claudia! And this week, we're glacketing with a surprising amount of mid songs and one huge song. Anyway enjoy! Songs this episode include: Bohemian Rhapsody Endless Love Gives You Hell I Look to You Mary's Little Boy Child Thousand Miles ---- Become a Patron for exclusive bonus…
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Jewels chats with Kelowna Actors Studio Resident Music Director Spencer "appropriately named" Bach about his passion for playing, teaching, learning, listening to and sharing music and particularly musical theatre. Thank you for the music. If lockdown taught us anything, it was the importance of art. OH and is Spencer related to Johann Sebastian? W…
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Allyson A La Mode joins me again this week for another livestream alongside Gleeks: Sonya, Adam, & Abby! Want a chance to come on the pod and vote in Glacket decisions? We do them once a month.. to find out more, go to patreon.com/gleekoftheweekpod! Songs this episode include: And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going Father Figure Hand in My Pocket/ I Fe…
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Jewels says people are fascinating when you take the time to get to know them. She chats with actor/singer/great guy Michael Esposito II, who is playing Sky in Kelowna Actors Studio's Mamma Mia, and he has an album!! email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Episode References: Michael's Instagram: @mespo2 Short Path: Hope Short Path: Exis…
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"You Glee, We Glee" (w/ Ian & Matt)
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Two glodcasting juggernauts, Ian (Recovering Gleek) and Matt (The Choir Room), join forces to talk about the mystery of Matt Rutherford, weird high school memories, and Thunderpuss remixes. Also, we Glacket! Songs this episode include: Buenos Aires It's Not Right But It's Okay Marry You Problem What It Feels Like for a Girl Wishin' and Hoping ---- …
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Jewels says Kelowna has some pretty impressive sports and showbiz venues, and she especially appreciates the Kelowna Actors Studio's investment in the technical side of their productions. The tech team are the unsung heroes. PLUS: Don't buy Mamma Mia tickets from resellers who inflate prices or are selling fake tickets!! YES THIS IS HAPPENING. emai…
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"Glurvivor" (w/ Jake & Kellie from Survivor 45)
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Matt is back this week alongside two contestants from Survivor 45, Jake O'Kane and Kellie Nalbandian! Jake and Kellie reveal their long relationship with Glee, how the two of them were brought together by the series and help out with some Glacket competitions. Songs this episode include: A Hard Day's Night Bad Romance I Kissed a Girl Take Me or Lea…
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Fun Friends: Delphine Litke AKA Rosie in Mamma Mia!
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Jewels says one of the great things about an extended stay in Kelowna and being in Mamma Mia is the fabulous women she has met, one of whom is today's guest, Delphine Litke. Delphine is an actor, podcaster, a beautiful singer, a beautiful person, and one of Jewels' newest fun friends. Instagram: @jewelssays email: jewelssays@gmail.com Episode Refer…
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"Thank You Glacket!" (w/ Recovering Gleek)
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Lena and Ian from Recovering Gleek are BACK! Ian goes through a laundry list of Glacket grievances while Lena only has one that she's clinging on to. We talk, we Glacket, and then in the end we talk about how Glee would handle a Charli XCX Brat episode. Songs this episode include: Go Your Own Way Imagine L-O-V-E More Than Words Raise Your Glass (S5…
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Jewels says even though the Canadian public health care system is better than nothing, and hospitalization probably won’t bankrupt you, it’s no day at the beach trying to get medical care for something relatively inconsequential. And she loves having a chin again. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Episode References: Jewels Says: R…
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Patrick joins me again this week for another livestream alongside Gleeks: Eduardo, Ally, and Stephanie! Want a chance to come on the pod and vote in Glacket decisions? We do them once a month.. to find out more, go to patreon.com/gleekoftheweekpod! Songs this episode include: A Boy Like That Hungry Like the Wolf/ Rio I Lived Somewhere Only We Know …
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Jewels says love is blind - well, she's obviously not the first person to say that, but she AGREES that love is blind. When you love someone, even if that someone is a dog, they look so beautiful to you. Plus a less than satisfying - but final - scam conclusion. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Episode References: Jackie Pirico's …
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Jewels says sometimes the most mundane things can be frustrating when your life is too easy. Like finding an acceptable swimsuit or suffering in insufferable stilettos. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Episode References: The Shoe Doesn't Walk Celine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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"Laissez Faire Gleek" (w/ Conor & Patrick)
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Conor and Patrick return to the Glacket this week and y'all are not ready for the competitions in this episode I fear. Proceed with glaution. Songs this episode include: Home (S1) My Favorite Things Never Can Say Goodbye Pure Imagination On My Own Songbird ---- Become a Patron for exclusive bonus episodes, guest announcements, and access to live ep…
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S6E4: Please listen to my guerrilla review of the incredible Cults of RuneQuest series from Chaosium. I focus on Mythology, but also provide a quick overview of Earth Goddesses and The Prosopaedia.You can contact me at: scotinkyoto@yahoo.com, and Menion @OldShabbyGamer (Twitter). Cheers! Details of the music for this podcast, available free of char…
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Jewels says JFL Montreal is BACK, even if on a small scale - mostly men though - and as pride month wraps up, the complainers might need to be reminded of what’s been happening to women’s reproductive rights that we’ve taken for granted, and if you don’t like what people post on social media, you are free to ignore it. We all make mistakes and life…
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"Merrily We Roll Away" (w/ Alexa & Claudia)
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Past Gleeks of the Week, Alexa and Claudia, join this week for another week of very contested competitions. We fight on every single one! Songs this episode include: Defying Gravity (S5) I Can't Go For That/ You Make My Dreams Love You Like a Love Song Mr. Roboto/ Counting Stars So Emotional Valerie (S5) ---- Become a Patron for exclusive bonus epi…
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S6E3: In response to my short episode on my frustrations with the system(s) I’m currently playing, I received good support and feedback from the community, including call ins from Anthony of Casting Shadows and Barry of A Song of Dice & Shadows podcasts, as well as an invitation from Jason of Nerds RPG Variety Cast to talk about Middle-Earth Role P…
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Jewels says she felt a bit of the jewels jinx when she traveled to Kelowna, but is she being petty? Should you stand your ground when someone invades your space or just step aside and let them? Should you feel guilty for standing firm? Maybe the choice is to feel guilty or resentful. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Episode Refere…
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Aman (from the Choir Room Podcast!) joins me again this week for another livestream alongside Gleeks: Breanna, Ariana, and Kate! Want a chance to come on the pod and vote in Glacket decisions? We do them once a month.. to find out more, go to patreon.com/gleekoftheweekpod! Songs this episode include: Cry Doo Wop (That Thing) I've Gotta Be Me Nasty/…
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S6E2: I record some of my frustrations over systems, particularly the ubiquitous d20 ones - a directionless rant? Joe of Hindsightless calls in - we are not alone and it’s not over yet.You can contact me at: scotinkyoto@yahoo.com, and Menion @OldShabbyGamer (Twitter). Cheers! Details of the music for this podcast, available free of charge from Free…
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Jewels says the Ashley Madison documentary may be more layered than you might expect... it raises issues of hypocrisy, security, monogamy, marriage and has a few interesting characters. And whoever said dogs are just dumb animals has never truly known or loved a dog. Their personalities are as unique as ours in many ways, and her temporary charge, …
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"The Problem with Problem" (w/ Abby & Conor)
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Abby and Conor are *back* this week and I for one am in a sentimental mood! Which is good because one of the songs we pull this week is from the first episode of this podcast. Aw! Cute! 🥹 Songs this episode include: Americano/ Dance Again Daydream Believer Dog Days Are Over Don't Stop Believin' (S5) Stereo Hearts Toxic (S5) ---- Become a Patron for…
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S6E1: A quick review of the Japanese card-based narrative game, “Nobinobi TRPG: Sword”.You can contact me at: scotinkyoto@yahoo.com, and Menion @OldShabbyGamer (Twitter). Cheers! Details of the music for this podcast, available free of charge from Free Stock Musical, are as follows: Otogi2 by PeriTune | http://peritune.com Music promoted by https:/…
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Jewels says it would be nice not to care about looking old, but she's pretty happy to be back to looking like herself. Is that shallow? Maybe, but it's ok to appreciate the icing on a cake and still be grateful for everything else that really matters. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Episode References: Dr. Dominic Bray Hayley McG…
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"Two Iconic Loaves of Bread" (w/ Claudia & Kassie)
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Friends of the pod, Claudia & Kassie, join this week! We talk about our evening with Dianna at Cafe Carlyle in April before getting into this week's Glacket competitions. Songs this episode include: All of Me Any Way You Want It/ Lovin' Touchin' Squeezin' Marry the Night Rolling in the Deep Science Fiction Double Feature Touch a Touch a Touch a Tou…
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Fun Friends: Andrew Johnston - Tour de Fours
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Jewels chats with comedian Andrew Johnston on non-profit financial woes and grifters, some of the ups and downs of self made content and the importance of creative work in all our lives, stage time and relentlessly putting one creative step in front of the other for its own sake, even if - or especially if - you feel like you're in the deepest, dar…
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Fun Friends: Ben Afleck - host of Best of London podcast
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Jewels chats with Ben Afleck about podcasts, travel, their shared love of theatre, Ben’s diverse professional and creative successes thus far and the reticence, risks and rewards of creating something new. Plus Ben introduces World’s Best Pod, launching soon. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays @bestolondon Best of London podcast Epi…
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It's time again for our monthly GLIVESTREAM! Matt joins me again this week to Glacket alongside Gleeks: Jenna, Andrew, and Stephanie! Want a chance to come on the pod and vote in Glacket decisions? We do them once a month.. to find out more, go to patreon.com/gleekoftheweekpod! Songs this episode include: Be Okay Don't Stop Believin' (S1 V1) Forget…
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Jewels chats with her firstborn, Katherine, about plastic surgery, cosmetic enhancements and specifically, her greatest gift yet, aside from the obvious - the facelift - what it was like, the results so far and how her recovery is going. No more melting candle. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Katherine: @kathbum Episode Reference…
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"Adultz Bop (Derogatory)" (w/ Allyson & Matt)
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Matt from The Choir Room podcast and Allyson A La Mode return this week to Glacket and yes, we discuss "How to Be a Heartbreaker" at length before getting into the competitions. Songs this episode include: Baby, It's Cold Outside Baby One More Time Last Friday Night I Wish Rumour Has It/ Someone Like You Spotlight ---- Become a Patron for exclusive…
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Grandfather Abe: Expectations and Cheating
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Jewels chats this week with Grandfather Abe the Babe about his perspective on some of the differences between women’s and men’s expectations in a relationship and what motivates men to cheat. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Episode References: Chidera Eggerue: @theslumflower Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa…
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"I'm Keeping My Quolo" (w/ Charlie & Patrick)
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Longtime Glisteners and previous guests, Charlie and Patrick, return to Glacket this week! We quite gliterally talk about everything. Enjoy! Songs this episode include: Born to Hand Jive Don't You (Forget About Me) Fire and Rain It's a Man's Man's Man's World Like a Virgin Sweet Caroline ---- Become a Patron for exclusive bonus episodes, guest anno…
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Jewels says she’s struggling a bit with the no caffeine, low salicylate pre-facelift diet, maybe it’s not such a bad thing to be high maintenance and it’s important to support people who have the courage to create something. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Episode References: Tom Hearn on Tour Edinburgh Fringe Hot Docs - Document…
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"Another Blolo in the Bucket" (Live Episode)
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It's time for another GLIVESTREAM! Conor joins me again this week alongside three beautiful Gleeks: Lisa, Shanise, and Brea! Want a chance to come on the pod and vote in Glacket decisions? We do them once a month.. to find out more, go to patreon.com/gleekoftheweekpod! Songs this episode include: Dreams Halo/ Walking On Sunshine I Saw Her Standing …
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Jewels says don't judge a place by what you see on the news, 'news' or clickbait. Most people are great and even though she hasn't been to Florida in over 20 years, one weekend in St. Augustine left her wanting more. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Episode References: Dr. Gabor Maté St. Augustine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr…
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Friends of the podcast, Abby and Alexa, join this week! We start off by assigning every song off of Cowboy Carter to characters on the hit Fox show, Glee. (Cowboy Carter conversation is the first 50 minutes of the episode FYI!). Then we get into Glacketing and there is quite the array of songs this week. Songs this episode include: Boys/ Boyfriend …
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Jewels says Kerrie must have been born with BDE as she clearly demonstrated throughout her childhood. Don't feel badly if you don't have it though... you're in good company. It wouldn't be special if it weren't at least a little bit rare. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Episode References: Hidden Brain: The Ugly Side of Beauty Ho…
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"Beth is a Faceless Entity" (w/ Conor & Matt)
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Another supersized episode with two iconic returning Gleeks, Conor Burke and Matt Ligouri! We talk about everything from seeing Dianna at Café Carlyle to Rosie O'Donnell's view on Zizes to our favorite Demi Lovato memes. Enjoy! Songs this episode include: Billionaire Ding Dong the Witch is Dead Express Yourself Here Comes the Sun I Know What Boys L…
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Jewels says even though she’s happy to be aging, and grateful for her good health, she has never been able to shake the self consciousness about the visible part of the process. And now, Katherine has come to the rescue. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Episode References: Dr. Dominic Bray Instagram: @drdominicbray Clinique de Mod…
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"No Sheets Nor Things" (w/ Nicole & Zach)
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Returning on this week's episode are two all star Gleeks that you've seen all over Glee TikTok, Nicole Lamb and Zach Faust! This is the honorary J Lo episode. Songs this episode include: Ben Me Against the Music One Less Bell to Answer/ A House Is Not a Home Rose's Turn Run the World (Girls) Yesterday ---- Become a Patron for exclusive bonus episod…
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Jewels says she used to enjoy special occasions a lot more when her children were young, even though she was a bit of a frazzled mess at times and a bit overwhelmed with so many responsibilities. Like the daily grind of making food. And guilt because we should be grateful to have so much food. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Host…
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Jewels says she has a hard time understanding a lot of things, like why some people seriously hate live theatre, or adults who are fine with shirking responsibility, or how the world will ever emerge from violence and chaos. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Episode References: London show ticket recommendations from a listener (no…
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"You're Doing Great Work, We Just Don't Care" (Live Episode)
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It's our third Glirthday and we had a livestream episode to celebrate! Allison, Alyssa, and Claudia are our glatron guests this episode plus, we had a super secret special gluest to join in on all the fun!! Songs this episode include: Crush Feliz Navidad I'll Remember Mustang Sally People Sway ---- Become a Patron for exclusive bonus episodes, gues…
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Jewels says it's her own fault she was scammed but thankfully it was for small sum. Plus she shares highlights from her week in New York City with Grandfather Abe the Babe, Joanne and Richard. email: jewelssays@gmail.com Instagram: @jewelssays Episode References: The Scam Company American Museum of Natural History Marie's Crisis Cafe Nintendo New Y…
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