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Eye 2 I is a weekly storytelling podcast where we get to know people from all walks of life. They discuss their passions, how they experience flow, and what creating feels like for them. Everyone has a story worth hearing, so join me on my journey to hear them all in a SAFE Place where we celebrate diversity. Rate & Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Eye2Ipodcast.com / For official merchandise, follow @eyelighthue on Instagram #passion #flow #creativity #art #interview #talkshow #eye2I ...
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Ep. 38 - "A Bit of Comedy" w/Connie Whelan
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On this week's episode, I welcome 19 year old Irish Internet Sensation, Connie Whelan. She discusses how Drag Race Lip-Syncs led to recognition for her and is now inspiring her to push it further. Connie dishes about the creation of her new YouTube channel and her love for Trixie Mattel. Connie is willing to do anything for a good laugh and because…
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On today's bonus episode, I am joined by self-taught makeup artist & actor Zachary Flu. Zach shares their story into the makeup world starting with the first time he put on lipstick with their father, to leading their first Masterclass for the next generation. We discuss inspirations like David Bowie, Lady Gaga, Miss Fame, Ellis Atlantis, & even Za…
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Ep. 37 - "A Visual Thesis" w/Maddelyn Hatter
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We are so excited to have as our guest for a special Halloqueen episode of Eye 2 I, The Maddelynn Hatter from Dragula Season 3. In this interview, you will hear all about Maddelynn's first passion for illustrating, why the move from Massachusetts to New York was pivotal for them, and how bartending in a strip club shaped the creation their drag per…
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Ep. 36 - "A Professional Talker" w/Allysin Chaynes & Guest Host - Lizzie Renaud
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This week, we are switching things up with a guest host! You heard me right, Arron has today off. You may remember her from episode 29 or you more likely you had her give you your latest tattoo. Toronto-based artist, Lizzie Renaud is back and stepping into the host chair of Eye 2 I. Lizzie interviews the incredibly talented talker & drag sweetheart…
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Ep. 35 - "Care Bare Stare" w/Mama Tits
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This week, we are welcomed by a very special guest all the way in Puerto Vallarta, Brian Peters, more commonly known as The Mama Tits! We start by discussing their operatic vocal background, what took them from Idaho to Seattle, and Brian even recounts how they meet their husband! Listen in to hear Mama tell about delivering their world famous spee…
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Ep. 34 - "Gangsta, Gaga, or Gay" w/Darling Peter
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This week, we are welcomed by a very special guest from the Netherlands, Peter Van Vught, more affectionately known as Darling Peter! We start by hearing Peter's tale of growing up a farmer boy and how a chance meeting to score some Beth Heart tickets landed him a job with Paradiso, where their passion for PR & party planning took off. Peter then s…
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On today's bonus episode, I am joined by Paul Flanagan, champion for LOVE, cabaret performer/producer, & most recently Paul has stepped into their identity as an astrology & tarot reader. Paul shares his journey into performance, he shares how he strives for process, and we touch on the importance of just being yourself. This episode covers reveren…
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Ep. 33 - "98% Happy" w/Dr. Ashley Wellman
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Dr. Ashley Wellman has been a scholar specializing in homicide, victimology, and trauma since 2008. As a widow and single mother, she had to rebuild and redefine her life. Now, as author of the My Friend Fresno children's book series, she is creating a life full of magic for her family while spreading a message of love, acceptance and friendship to…
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Ep. 32 - "Does It Come From God?" w/Ada Vox
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Listen in to the first half of my interview with the talented singer & drag performer @Ada Vox! Ada discusses what it was like auditioning for @AmericanIdol 13 times & why it meant so much to them to make the top ten after being eliminated at the Top 50 mark on Season 12. We discuss their childhood in San Antonio & Ada credits their first performan…
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Ep. 31 - "Growing Up Gay" w/Denny Patterson
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On today's episode i am joined by Denny Patterson, celebrity interviewer for @OutFrontMagazine & digitalization specialist extraordinaire. Denny shares his journey into writing, dives into his passion for theatre, & even recounts how he came to interview Dennis & Judy Shepard (Parents to Mathew Shepard) themselves. Hear about his passion for preser…
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We are back with another bonus episode of Eye 2 I! This week Im thrilled to welcome Dax Exclamationpoint (Cosplayer & Queen of Nerd Fandom) to the show! We dive into surprising lessons they learned during their run on Season 8 of RuPaul’s Drag Race, we discuss what it’s like to be the inspiration behind an official Marvel character design, and we s…
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Today I'm thrilled to welcome to the podcast, Shuga Cain, who is known as a singer, baker, & one of the contestants on Season 11 of RuPaul's Drag Race. Shuga shares the origins of her stage name and how vocal performance was their first true passion. We get a behind the scenes look into what it was like for them to work alongside Peppermint & Chi C…
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Ep. 29 - “Speakeasy Tattoo” w/Lizzie Renaud
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Today I am joined by tattoo artist, twitch streamer, & all-around funny lady, Lizzie Renaud out of Toronto, Canada. Lizzie is the owner and creative mind behind Speakeasy Tattoo & the designer nail brand Pinky’s Nails. We discuss how we are staying creative and active in quarantine & learn about how Lizzie began as a painter, found tattooing, and c…
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Ep. 28 - “Surprisingly Queer" w/Ian Carlos Crawford
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This week, I welcome Ian Carlos Crawford, the LatinX host of Slayerfest98. His podcast is a queer centered, Buffy/pop-culture podcast that's very gay and very nerdy! Ian and I discuss the creation of his show, he talks at being a consistently employed freelance author, and he shares exactly what it takes to get an interview with Congresswoman Stace…
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Join me for a bonus episode of Eye 2 I, with the talented & gracious Drag Legend, Tynomi Banks. You probably know them from Canada's Drag Race Season 1 airing on the Crave App or WowPresentsPlus every Friday. Tynomi shares the origins of her name, reveals some surprises about Drag Race, and we discuss her controversial elimination. They share what …
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Ep. 27 - "Stop Talking, They're Singing" w/Zacary Landolt
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On this week's episode, I am joined by one of my newest friends, fellow podcaster, & culture lover, Zacary Landolt! Zacary takes a break from his podcast @InAnotherWorldpod to chat with me about the importance of activism, movies that impacted our youth, and what his experience was like growing up a gay boy in the south. We also discuss theater per…
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Ep. 26 - "A Little Pavarotti Here" w/Divina de Campo
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This week, we are welcomed by a very special guest from across the pond, Divina de Campo! We start by discussing Divina having an aria written just for them, where the passion for singing classical music started, and how being the fifth child out of seven pushed them to excel. Listen in to find out about the whirlwind writing process for their albu…
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Listen in to the first half of my interview with the talented writer and creative energy that is Salina Romero, better known around the internet as @the.poet.s ! Salina discusses her writing process, we discuss painting, and finding the creative flow even during these difficult times. She shares what it's like to collaborate online & how to write f…
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Ep. 25 - “One Specific Sunday” w/Jesus & Sergio of Gay Pride Apparel
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Join me this week, as ‘Eye 2 I’ welcomes Jesus Gutierrez and Sergio Aragon, Co-Founders of @GayPrideApparel. They share stories of growing up together in Phoenix, AZ, how they fell in love after college, eventually moving to New York and making design their life. We dive into how they design their clothing, ignoring the trolls, and their organic co…
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Ep. 24 - “Just Try Something” w/LaQuita James
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In this episode, I’m happy to welcome Laquita James, who is an accomplished theatre actress, speech therapist, & even a voiceover rockstar! She shares how showing up for auditions that you weren’t invited to is often the right move. We discuss our essential podcasts to listen to including LaQuita’s recent work ‘Margaritas & Donuts’ with Observer Pi…
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Ep. 23 - "You Do It Baby!" w/Patrick Ladonis
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Join me in welcoming to the podcast, Atlanta-based Content Creator, Patrick Ladonis. Patrick is a Producer, Writer, Actor, & even a Gemini. We discuss the creation and expansion of his web series, "Scales", now available on Revry. We discuss how he created the initial script, how important supporting independent artists is, & he even shares his lov…
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Ep. 22 - "Credenza of My Dreams" w/ Jonathan Hoover
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Today I interview the incredibly talented Jonathan Hoover (Actor, Singer, Director, & Choreographer) whom is happily awaiting to receive a cease and desist from Patti LuPone. Jonathan shares his origin story of growing up in California, being raised by an opera singer & how a love of the arts and his special skill for impersonations (Carol Channing…
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Join me as I interview the warm and hilarious Author Starla Carr just weeks before publishing her 6th book. Starla is a true renaissance woman. She’s a minister, lesbian, activist, and even a licensed embalmer. You heard me right. She’s got a heart of gold and a way with words. Make sure to stick around after the episode for a short excerpt from ‘E…
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In this episode, I’m happy to welcome world-renowned Reba impersonator & multiple drag pageant winner obSINity. Today, she shares the story that took her from beginning drag alongside her sister, Trinity “The Tuck” Taylor, in Birmingham, AL to getting outfit tips from Reba McEntire herself. Hear about the origins of her drag career, how she first g…
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Ep. 20 - "It Makes Me Feel Empowered" w/Chevy PQ
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On this episode, I welcome to the Pod - Chevy PQ. Chevy is a lifer in the restaurant industry, food enthusiast, comedian, and so much more. We discuss the global influence of Gordon Ramsay, share a a few laughs over men and their ovaries, & we even touch on the joy of motherhood. Listen in as she hilariously recounts the surprisingly rigorous hirin…
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Ep. 19 - "Be As Gay As You Can" w/Josué Luciano
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On today's episode, I am proud to welcome Josué Luciano, the Lead Cake Decorator of Grandview Bakery in Pittsburgh, PA. His journey and our conversation touches on everything from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 to Pittsburgh, from Project Runway, to psychology, and back to pastries! Josué’s journey took him from starting backstage in a supermarket in Florida and w…
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Ep. 18 - "Everybody's Invited" w/Ja'mon Kimbrough
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Today we are lucky to interview Ja'Mon Kimbrough AKA Ariesfirebomb. In his own words, "Ariesfirebomb is a media company that specializes in Black (and other POC) media through a Queer lens." Ja'Mon is a well-versed DJ, Photographer, and Screenwriter with an MBA in Marketing from Hamline University. One of the things he is most known for is uniting …
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BONUS Ep. 1 - Meet "Calliope Carmichaels MacPherson"
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In our first bonus episode of Eye 2 I, we interview the proud Trans Drag Artist known as Calliope Carmichaels MacPherson. Calliope is a house mother and producer living in the PNW. We delve into how she has become a member of several drag families, how she creates her face, & even touch on producing shows. Follow her on all her social media account…
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Ep. 17 - "Oh, Crap. It's All Connected." w/Lilly Do
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On this week's episode of Eye 2 I, Arron is joined by "Jackie of all trades", Lilly Do. Lilly is a writer, artist, & avid story collector. Lilly explains her collective journals & Arron recounts his first "heart massage" at Burning Man. We discuss our passion for words, what flow feels like, and how the stories we tell ourselves can shift our reali…
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Ep. 16 - "That’s My Juicy!" w/Stefhannie-Jo Calhoun
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This episode includes a foreword with a stance, information, and call to action concerning the BLM movement. #TiffanyEubanks #JusticeForIyanna #BreonnaTaylor #GeorgeFloyd #BlackLivesMatterThis episode puts a spotlight on an incredible friend & trans woman of color, Stefhannie-Jo Calhoun, whose on her 27th cycle around the sun. A performer with over…
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Ep. 15 - "What Do You Want to BE When You Grow Up?" w/Nicole Trickey
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On this episode, Arron & Emily are joined by Nicole Trickey, who still dreams of being a model! Nicole teaches improv (Co-Founded the Yakima Improv Society) & is a full time teacher of the 3rd Grade! We discuss what we wanted to be when we were young and how it connects to where we are today. Nicole and Emily also discuss transformation and making …
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Ep. 14 - "Oscar Mayer Girl" w/Ali O'Leary
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On today's episode, I welcome the hilarious Los-Angeles based comedienne & former roommate Ali O'Leary, to the podcast. She talks about "living the dream", comedy, and even her attempts at being an Oscar Mayer Girl. Join us as we dive in and see things through Ali's crazy perspective. Insta: @AliOleary_OGFacebook: Ali O’Leary--- Send in a voice mes…
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Looking for your new favorite podcast? Give a listen to our trailer for Eye 2 I. The weekly podcast talk show where we discuss how people turn their dreams into reality.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eye2ipodcast/message
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