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Into the Mud Podcast delves into the messy and uncertain junctures of life, exploring the transitional spaces where growth and self-discovery occur. Inspired by the wisdom of “no mud, no lotus,” this show fearlessly tackles the mayhem of growth. While others only celebrate the "wins", we want to celebrate your mud! Join us (Drew King and Alex Kumin!) every week as we dive deep into topics like major life transitions, navigating grief, parenting, taking the scary step into the unknown, and mu ...
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Episode 7: Sydney Miller Gets Muddy About Breakups
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You know what’s really muddy? Breakups. On Episode 7 of Into the Mud, boxer and personal trainer, Sydney Miller, dives into the grungy swamp of saying goodbye to a “situationship”. We have all been hung up on someone that no longer aligns with our values and goals, but how do you find the strength to say goodbye? And, how do you navigate the messy …
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Episode 6: Drew and Alex Get Muddy About Comparison
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Do you ever find yourself comparing your life to others? The “comparison monster” rears its ugly head every so often, and it can be a real struggle to keep it in check. Fortunately, you are not alone. In this episode of “Into the Mud”, Drew and Alex dive deep into the discomfort and muddiness of comparison. Bio: Alex is a New York based comedian by…
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Episode 5: Richard Riaz Yoder Gets Muddy About Honoring Their Authenticity Through Career Transition
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"Authenticity" is such a buzzword these days, but in this episode of Into the Mud, you will see why Drew and Alex wanted to tackle that very topic with the super talented Broadway dancer and choreographer, Richard Riaz Yoder. Richard shares their journey of transitioning from a celebrated dancer to choreographer, delving into the muddy challenges o…
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Episode 4: Shayla Benoit Gets Muddy About Her Battle with Stage 4 Lymphoma
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On Episode 4, Drew and Alex sit down with filmmaker and actress, Shayla Benoit, to get muddy about her harrowing and courageous recovery from Stage 4 lymphoma and papillary thyroid cancer. Shayla’s vulnerability and generosity shine through in this inspiring story that is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Bio: Shayla Benoit is a fi…
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Episode 3: Sasheer Zamata Gets Muddy on Burnout, Creativity, and Writer's Block
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With great waves of creativity come great waves of burnout; sometimes the fountain just runs dry. During this episode of "Into the Mud", actress Sasheer Zamata opens up about the muddiness of burnout that accompanies a freelance creative lifestyle. Bio: Sasheer Zamata is a comedian, actress and writer who can be seen on ABC's Home Economics, Hulu's…
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Episode 2: Lilli Cooper Gets Muddy on Balancing Life as a Parent
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Alex and Drew sit down with Tony-Nominated actress, Lilli Cooper, for an intimate and vulnerable conversation about the challenges of parenting, marriage and work-life balance. There is more to life beyond the spotlight, and Lilli delivers us a raw but lighthearted glimpse behind the curtain. Bio: Lilli Cooper is a Tony nominated actress who is cur…
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Episode 1: David A. Gregory Gets Muddy About Grief
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For their debut episode, Drew and Alex invite accomplished actor and writer, David A. Gregory, to dive headfirst into a muddy conversation about grief. After the passing of David's father from Alzheimer's Disease in November of 2023, David is still wading in the muddy waters of loss. For those who have lost a family member, friend, sibling, coworke…
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Intro: Get to Know Your Hosts, Drew and Alex!
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Alex is a standup comedian. Drew is a Broadway performer. Together, they are your hosts for Into the Mud! Alex and Drew met a million years ago in 2007 while studying abroad in Spain. They backpacked through Europe together, said farewell at an airport in Dublin in 2008, and didn't reconnect until 2018 while Drew was performing in Alex's then home,…
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