Best Beyond Reach Film Works Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 26 Key Grip Patrick Heffernan discusses working with the Rock and Sean Penn. (pt. 2) 44:50

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What does Sean Penn, the mountains and snow mobiles have to do with making films? Patrick R. Heffernan recalls all the behinds the scenes adventures. He's worked in the camera and electrical department of films like Hotel Artemis, Faster and Blues Clues. But one of his coolest moments happened when rigging up equipment for Into the Wild. Also that …

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Ep. 25 Dive into the World of Blockbuster Action with Key Grip Patrick Heffernan! (pt. 1) 29:41

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Welcome back to another episode of "Vonti Talks with Filmmakers". We mentor you from afar on everything Indie and Hollywood driven. Explore # 25 with Patrick R. Heffernan, known for his work in the Camera and Electrical department of films like Hotel Artemis, Faster starring the Rock and Into the Wild Directed by Sean Penn. He's also been part of p…

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Ep. 24 TV and Film Production Supervisor and Accountant Jenny Lovin loves Comedy shows (pt. 2) 33:40

4M ago33:40

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We discuss some of Jenny Lovin favorite projects to work on and the genre that brings her the most joy. From Hollywood to Indie content she is able to do it all! Dive into the heart of Television magic with TV Production Supervisor and Accountant extraordinaire Jenny Lovin! From the birth of a concept to the dazzling on-screen finale, she oversees …

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Ep. 23 Production Supervisor and Accountant Jenny Lovin crunches the numbers for TV & Film! (pt. 1) 33:40

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Are you great at crunching the numbers and staying on Budget? Dive into the heart of Television magic with TV Production Supervisor and Accountant extraordinaire Jenny Lovin! From the birth of a concept to the dazzling on-screen finale, she oversees it all – budget, production process, and employment intricacies. With a keen eye for financial fines…

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Ep. 22 Cinematic Brilliance: NYC Cinematographer Chris Wairegi from Cameras to Activism! (pt. 2) 27:14

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We are back discussing more life lessons with award-winning NYC Cinematographer Chris Wairegi in this part 2 interview. From high-def TV and Film Camera work to activism, her diverse portfolio includes TV hits like "Run the World" and groundbreaking projects. As a Legacy Leader and Kodak Howard Bingham Scholar, Chris is a proud member of IATSE Loca…

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Ep. 21 Cinematic Brilliance: NYC Cinematographer Chris Wairegi from Cameras to Activism! (pt. 1) 33:01

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Explore the cinematic journey of award-winning NYC Cinematographer Chris Wairegi on our podcast. From high-def TV and Film cameras to activism, her diverse portfolio includes TV hits like "Run the World" and groundbreaking projects. As a Legacy Leader and Kodak Howard Bingham Scholar, Chris is a proud member of IATSE Local 600, ICFC, BGDM, DCA, and…

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Ep. 20 Jenna Frank: Producer, Actress and Writer discusses upcoming projects! (pt. 2) 1:01:13

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Part 2 with Segment Producer Jenna Frank, a versatile talent making waves in the entertainment industry. During the awards season you will find her at the #Oscars, #Emmys, #Golden Globes and more helping as a Producer behind the scenes. Also known for her roles as a Writer and Actress, Jenna has an impressive list of credits, including executive pr…

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Ep. 19 The Multi-Talented Jenna Frank: Producer, Actress and Writer joins us on the show! (pt. 1) 35:52

6M ago35:52

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In this #Podcast episode, we're thrilled to have Jenna Frank, a versatile talent making waves in the entertainment industry. During the awards season you will find her at the #Oscars, #Emmys, #Golden Globes and more helping as a Producer behind the scenes. Also known for her roles as a Writer and Actress, Jenna has an impressive list of credits, in…

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Ep. 18 Behind the Scenes with Actors from "One Night Stay" on BET+ 1:00:05

6M ago1:00:05

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Tune in to this very special episode with some exciting guests on "Vonti Talks with Filmmakers" podcast. Iconic talent - Stephen Bishop, Essence Atkins and Robert Riley join us to inspire future #filmmakers to go after their dreams. They star in the exciting thriller: One Night Stay about a married man and an obsessive young woman who end up in a d…

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Ep. 17 Godzilla vs King Kong Production Designer Tom Hammock joins us to talk Design. 1 hr. Special! 55:50

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How do you plan the Logistics for mounting a Car on the side of a mountain based on the Screenplay? That's where Tom Hammock comes in as a Production Designer! He gives all the details on his Cinematic Journey from Wilderness Adventures to Hollywood Design Mastery! He shares his unique background growing up in Northern California, studying venoms, …

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Ep. 16 More Insight from Award-Winning Creative Chandler Kauffman (pt. 2) 28:36

7M ago28:36

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Ever wanted to know how you get into the big leagues of content development? Welcome back to the second part of our podcast discussion, where we continue to unlock the world of comedy and creativity with the incredible Chandler Kauffman. As an award-winning Director, Producer, and DP, Chandler has carved a remarkable journey from NYU's Tisch School…

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Ep. 15 Award-Winning Director, Producer, and DP Chandler Kauffman (pt. 1) 37:51

7M ago37:51

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Unlock the World of Comedy and Creativity with Chandler Kauffman: Award-Winning Director, Producer, and DP! Explore his journey from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts to #Cannes Lions recognition. Discover his work with @ABCNews @NBC @ProcterGamble and more! https://chandlerkauffman.com Dive into the hilarity and humanity he brings to TV shows, featur…

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Episode 14 Cinematic Insights: DP Seamus Tierney Unveils the Visual Magic Behind Hit Shows and Films! (pt. 2) 29:06

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We continue our discussion on how TV and Film projects visually scoped out based on the screenplay. Director of Photography and Cinematographer Seamus Tierney breaks it down for us. He is known for his work on The Mill (Hulu) Emily in Paris (Netflix), The Mighty Ducks Game Changer (Disney)and many more projects (Seamus Tierney - IMDb) Seamus was ni…

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Ep. 13 Cinematic Insights: DP Seamus Tierney Unveils the Visual Magic Behind Hit Shows and Films! (pt. 1) 35:16

8M ago35:16

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How are TV and Film projects visually scoped out based on the screenplay? Director of Photography and Cinematographer Seamus Tierney breaks it down for us. He is known for his work on The Mill (Hulu) Emily in Paris (Netflix), The Mighty Ducks Game Changer (Disney)and many more projects (Seamus Tierney - IMDb) Seamus was nice enough to join us on "V…

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Ep. 12 Revealing Hollywood TV/Film Hiring Trends with a Master Talent Sourcer (pt. 2)) 31:59

8M ago31:59

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Jay Garcia has spent many years discovering Talent and getting you hired for Major TV and Film Studios. Including places like Paramount, ViacomCBS, Disney, Warner Media, Sony Pictures and many more. He shares his story of how to excel in end-to-end recruiting and talent sourcing; specializing in high-volume and executive roles. Jay is a skilled lea…

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Ep. 11 Revealing Hollywood TV/Film Hiring Trends with a Master Talent Sourcer (pt. 1) 34:54

8M ago34:54

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Jay Garcia has spent many years discovering Talent and getting you hired for Major TV and Film Studios. Including places like Paramount, ViacomCBS, Disney, Warner Media, Sony Pictures and many more. He shares his story of how to excel in end-to-end recruiting and talent sourcing; specializing in high-volume and executive roles. Jay is a skilled lea…

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Ep. 10 Talks Filmmaking in Latin Culture with Alberto Ferreras: B is for Beauty & Habla (pt 2 of 2) 34:04

8M ago34:04

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Episode 10 continues our discussion with Alberto Ferreras. A New York-based #journalist, #author and #filmmaker, known for media projects that explore and explain the #diversity and complexity of the US Latino experience. In 2021 he created "Somos" the first commissioned piece of the National American #latino Museum, for the Molina Family Gallery a…

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Ep. 9 Talking Beauty and Latin Culture with Alberto Ferreras: B is for Beauty & Habla (Part 1/2) 32:34

9M ago32:34

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Alberto Ferreras is a New York-based #journalist, #author and #filmmaker, known for media projects that explore and explain the #diversity and complexity of the US Latino experience. In 2021 he created "Somos" the first commissioned piece of the National American #latino Museum, for the Molina Family Gallery at the National Museum of American #hist…

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Ep. 8 Producer Doug Shaffer wants your Faith based script (Part 2 of 2) 29:31

9M ago29:31

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Screenwriter and Producer Doug Shaffer is always on the lookout for great faith based and family scripts. He recently produced the Sony film, "5000 BLANKETS" that is based on a true story. Doug is a P.G.A. member who has done feature films, television movies, commercials, branded content, EPKs and industrial videos. Check out his work: Douglas Shaf…

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Ep. 7 Producer Doug Shaffer runs large Hollywood Film Productions (Part 1 of 2) 31:28

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Screenwriter and Producer Doug Shaffer is always on the lookout for great faith based and family scripts. He recently produced the Sony film, "5000 BLANKETS" that is based on a true story. Doug is a P.G.A. member who has done feature films, television movies, commercials, branded content, EPKs and industrial videos. Check out his work: Douglas Shaf…

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Ep. 6 continues our discussion with Naeema J. Torres (Part 2 of 2) 27:32

9M ago27:32

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Naeema J. Torres (she/her) is an award-winning, Chicago-area filmmaker originally from New York City. She breaks down what it takes to become an Impact Producer. Her prior work for companies such as Cinverse and HBO plus passion for non-fiction storytelling, marketing, sales, and distribution strategy led her to producing. Visit our Youtube channel…

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Ep. 5 Naeema J. Torres breaks down what an Impact Producer does! (Part 1 of 2) 34:47

10M ago34:47

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Naeema J. Torres (she/her) is an award-winning, Chicago-area filmmaker originally from New York City. She breaks down what it takes to become an Impact Producer. Her prior work for companies such as Cinverse and HBO plus passion for non-fiction storytelling, marketing, sales, and distribution strategy led her to producing. Visit our Youtube channel…

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Ep. 4 Netflix's Rich Leist on Finding the Next 'Squid Game: The Challenge' Star 26:45

10M ago26:45

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The final chapter of a 2-part discussion on the upcoming "Squid Game: The Challenge" competition. Including how his Casting department helped to find 456 players fighting to win the largest prize in game show HISTORY of $4.56 million dollars!! He gives insight on how he's remained in the Casting game for over 20 years! Plus offering inspiration on …

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Ep. 3 Netflix's Rich Leist on Finding the Next 'Squid Game: The Challenge' Star 37:00

10M ago37:00

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We discuss the upcoming "Squid Game: The Challenge" competition. Including how his Casting department helped to find 456 players fighting to win the largest prize in game show HISTORY of $4.56 million dollars!! He gives insight on how he's remained in the Casting game for over 20 years! Plus offering inspiration on those wanting to be a part of the…

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Ep. 2 Unwrapping the Magic: Dave Bossert brought 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' to Life at Disney 1:09:17

10M ago1:09:17

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Special 1 hour episode to close our final episode with Dave Bossert. His Book "Nightmare Before Christmas: Visual Companion" has launched on 9/26/203. We continue our discussion of his 30+ year career at Disney working on animated projects like Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Lion King, Pocahontas & many more. Details to purchase…

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Unwrapping the Magic: Dave Bossert's Journey to Bringing 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' to Life at Disney 28:29

10M ago28:29

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Dave Bossert discusses his upcoming Book "Nightmare Before Christmas: Visual Companion". Plus his prior 30+ year career at Disney working on animated projects like Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Lion King, Pocahontas & many more. Details to purchase his book can be found at www.davidbossert.com Stay updated with our podcast sche…

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Get ready for our Guests! Mega Trailer for Podcast 2:59

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Snapshot of Guests: Mike Spiller - Exec. Producer/Director The Mindy Project Alberto Ferreras - HBO Habla Docu Series Doug Shaffer - Sony 5000 Blankets Rich Leist - Netflix Director of Unscripted Casting Dave Bossert - Former Disney VFX Supervisor Jay Garcia - Paramount Talent Recruiter Kate Phelan - Cinematographer Naeema Torres - Impact Producer …

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Tell Me I'm An Artist, with Chelsea Martin 59:58

1+ y ago59:58

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Chelsea Martin's novel Tell Me I'm An Artist is out now from Soft Skull Press. She is the author of the essay collection Caca Dolce and the novella Mickey, among other books. She lives in Spokane, Washington, with her husband and child. Find out more at www.cacadolce.com Thank you to Theo Teravainen for the intro music.…

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Lit Mags and Switch Kicks, with Grant Young 1:05:10

2y ago1:05:10

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Grant Young (he/him) is a 25-year-old writer based in San Francisco. He is an MFA candidate at the University of San Francisco, where he also graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and played on the baseball team for five years. He is currently revising an essay collection on his time playing Division-1 baseball at USF, that captures the w…

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Reaching Beyond The Page, Into The World With Gabriel Blackwell 1:15:34

2y ago1:15:34

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Gabriel Blackwell is the author of seven books, the most recent of which are Doom Town (Zerogram Press, 2022) and CORRECTION (Rescue Press, 2021). He lives in Spokane, WA. gabrielblackwell.com therupturemag.com Thank you to Theo Teravainen for the intro music.

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Publishing, Playwriting and Smol Fair with Jesi Bender 1:09:48

2+ y ago1:09:48

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Jesi Bender is an artist from Upstate New York. She is the author of the forthcoming chapbook Dangerous Women (dancing girl press 2022), the play Kinderkrankenhaus (Sagging Meniscus 2021), and the novel The Book of the Last Word (Whiskey Tit 2019). Her shorter work has appeared in Fence, Vol. 1 Brooklyn, and Split Lip, among others - www.jesibender…

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Horror Film Club II: A History of Violence, with Ryan Schulte 1:02:01

2+ y ago1:02:01

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Ryan Schulte and I sat down to discuss A History of Violence (2005) dir. by David Cronenberg. Ryan Schulte is a graduate of Macaulay Honors College @ CUNY Hunter College. His first nonfiction chapbook, 'Notes on Water and Blood,' was published by Greying Ghost Press in 2020. His fiction has appeared in Hello America Stereo Cassette's Summer and Aut…

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Begat Who Begat Who Begat, with Marcus Pactor 1:04:26

2+ y ago1:04:26

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Marcus Pactor’s latest book is Begat Who Begat Who Begat, published Astrophil Press. His first book, Vs. Death Noises, won the 2011 Subito Press Prize for Fiction. His story, “Megaberry Crunch” was selected for Best Small Fictions 2021. His work has most recently appeared in 3:AM Magazine, Juked, and Harsh. He lives and works in Jacksonville, Flori…

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It's Hard To Say, With Claire Hopple 56:34

2+ y ago56:34

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Claire Hopple is the author of four books. Her fiction has appeared in Hobart, Vol. 1 Brooklyn, New World Writing, and others. More at clairehopple.com. If you're writing cool, strange, different literature, if you're publishing online, if you'd like more readers or if you know someone doing any of those things, send me some writing at leftthehoseo…

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Horror Film Club I: Everybody Wants the Final Girl, with M.C. Smith 1:22:46

2+ y ago1:22:46

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For the first episode in my horror film series, M.C. Smith and I sat down to discuss a mutual favorite: Scream (1996) dir. by Wes Craven. M.C. Smith lives in Mississippi with her three-legged cat, Barry Hannah. Her work has appeared in Twin Pies Lit, HAD, and Autofocus Lit. You can find her on Twitter at @mistressofcrass, where she rants waxes poet…

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What Should I Call This, with Troy James Weaver 1:27:06

3y ago1:27:06

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Troy James Weaver is a Wholesale Florist and Writer. His work can be read in the Southwest Review, New York Tyrant, Juked, Hobart and others. He is the author of Temporal, Witchita Stories, Visions, Selected Stories and Marigold.Before you listen, read the three stories we discuss in this episode: Hooks, Instructions for Mourning, and What Should I…

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Your Life Is the Room and You're the Person Occupying It, With Jason Teal 1:36:36

3y ago1:36:36

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Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Heavy Feather Review (heavyfeatherreview.org), Jason Teal is the author of We Were Called Specimens (KERNPUNKT Press, 2020), which was a finalist for Big Other’s Reader’s Choice and Best Fiction Book Awards. Amy Hempel selected his story “Inedible Human Food” as second-place winner of the Mikrokosmos 2020 Fiction Co…

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Haunted by These Places, With Jessie Lynn McMains 1:19:20

3y ago1:19:20

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Jessie Lynn McMains is a cross-genre writer, small press publisher, and spoken word performer. They have been publishing their own and others’ work in zines and books since 1994, and currently run Bone & Ink Press, a small press that focuses on boosting the voices of marginalized writers. They are the author of several books, most recently Wisconsi…

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Soft Fruit in the Sun, With Oliver Zarandi 1:27:44

3y ago1:27:44

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Oliver Zarandi writes about bodies, horror and male eating disorders. His first book, Soft Fruit In The Sun, was released in 2019 with Hexus Press. He’s working on his next book, Body Horror. Pick up a copy of Soft Fruit in the Sun Here. If there's a writer publishing exciting work online who you think deserves more readers, send me their work at l…

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Where The Sky Meets The Ocean, with Mike Kleine & Dan Hoy 1:24:37

3y ago1:24:37

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Dan Hoy and Mike Kleine are the authors of WE R THE WORLD and WHERE THE SKY MEETS THE OCEAN AND THE AIR TASTES LIKE METAL AND THE BIRDS DON'T MAKE A SOUND.You can pre-order their novel here. If there's a writer publishing exciting work online who you think deserves more readers, send me their work at leftthehoseonpod@gmail.comThank you to Matt Rouc…

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Selftitled, With Nicole Morning 1:26:03

3y ago1:26:03

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Today I am joined by Nicole Morning. Nicole is a librarian and the author of Soft Animal, Tinderness, Maximum Fancy, n, and A Thing That Happened in 2020. She edits the ongoing compzine series Basia Mille. Her writing has appeared in Nudie magazine, Horror Sleaze Trash, and Hello America audio compilations. Nicole's zine Tinderness was awarded Best…

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Not Going Home, with Graham Irvin 2:53:52

3y ago2:53:52

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Today I am joined by Graham Irvin. Graham is from North Carolina. His first book LIVER MUSH is forthcoming from Back Patio Press. Follow him on Twitter @grahamjirvin. In this episode, Graham and I discuss three of his short stories: Not Going Home published in Back Patio Press, The Gap published at Philosophical Idiot, and Time Passes Faster at Sea…

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Fragments of a Revolution, with Seb Doubinsky 1:18:47

3y ago1:18:47

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Today I am joined by Seb Doubinsky, author of Fragments of a Revolution, a novel out May 5th from Stalking Horse Press. Seb is a bilingual French writer and poet and the author of many books such as Missing Signal and The Babylonian Trilogy. In this episode Seb and I discuss his new novel, the process of stepping away from this project for a while …

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Crafting Worlds Together, with Brandon Brown 1:53:40

3+ y ago1:53:40

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I'm joined by MFA candidate Brandon Brown, who is currently studying at VCFA. In this episode we discuss: Brandon's experience in an MFA program, the path which led him to pursue a master's degree in Creative Writing, voicing one's objections/opinions in workshop, having difficult conversations, developing a writing schedule, finding work that is m…

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The Relief of Being a Person, with Melinda Freudenberger 1:30:38

3+ y ago1:30:38

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For my first interview I am joined by the poet Melinda Freudenberger to discuss her poems "Tenderness" and "On Birdman," both of which appeared in Always Crashing. Also in this episode we discuss: Emotional imagery in poetry, contemplation in the wake of 2020, the afterlife, the presence of biblical figures in the lives of once-religious people and…

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Top Marriage Mistakes: Behaviors To Avoid For A Successful Marriage 4:11

6y ago4:11

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Welcome to today's episode of The Coleen And Kenny Show! Marriage is a beautiful journey, but it can be fraught with challenges if certain behaviors go unchecked. In this episode, we delve into the top mistakes couples make after tying the knot and how to avoid them for a harmonious and successful marriage. Join us as we share expert advice, real-l…

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Unlock Your True Passion: How To Find And Follow Your Passion Today 1:38

6y ago1:38

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Do you know what your true passion is? In this episode, we explore the importance of following your passion and introduce a powerful technique to help you discover it immediately. Tune in to start your journey towards a more fulfilling life!By Coleen And Kenny

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Top Relationship Destroyers: Key Situations To Avoid 5:03

6y ago5:03

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Discover the critical situations that can irreparably harm your relationship. Learn how to identify and prevent these issues before it's too late to save your relationship.By Coleen And Kenny

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Overcoming Past Issues: How To Move On To A Healthier Relationship 6:35

6y ago6:35

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Navigating the challenging journey of relationships can be tough, but with determination and a clear understanding of what it takes to build a healthier relationship, we can overcome many obstacles. Download this episode now and start overcoming obstacles today!By Coleen And Kenny

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Top Tips To Keep Your Relationship Spontaneous And Exciting! 4:21

6y ago4:21

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Discover the secrets to maintaining a spontaneous and exciting relationship in our latest episode! We'll share actionable tips and creative ideas to keep the spark alive. Whether you're in a long-term partnership or just starting out, you'll learn how to inject fun and adventure into your daily life. Keep your relationship vibrant and full of surpr…

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