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Welcome! Don’t have a reservation? No problem. On Cocktails at Table 7: Inside New York’s Joe Allen, your table is always ready. In candid conversations with Broadway veterans, long-time regulars, even past and present employees, your hosts, Dana, Sean and Jason, recreate the intimate vibe that an evening at Joe’s has always offered. You’ll hear stories of the “Good Ol’ Days” in 1960’s Hell’s Kitchen, rarely told anecdotes from the shows on the “Flop Wall,” and the special connection between ...
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The Duras Sisters Podcast

The Duras Sisters Podcast

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The Duras Sisters Podcast is all about honoring the fantastic characters and storylines in the Star Trek Universes. Two sisters, Ashlyn and Rhianna Herd, join the House of Duras and partake in weekly discussions about every series of Star Trek through a philosophical lens and Series Theme. Each series will feature a theme and every new episode will travel from the Original Series to Prodigy, diving deeply into each detail of this epic franchise. We have covered these series: Pilot, Family, L ...
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The Production Channel is a podcast and resource for those who work in the live events industry and those who are new or thinking about getting into the business. Hosted by Clem Harrod, founder of CLEMCO.AV -- A show all about living the life, sharing the love, and getting through the occasional challenges of the entertainment production world. Each episode as they invite international industry experts into their studio to shed some light on specific lines of work such as event producing, li ...
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Episode 10: Art TrekWhat episode titles of Prodigy & Strange New World have literary references? Is the process of putting on a play essential to all living beings? Is there a reason for the ‘Shining’ reference? The Louvre still exists in the 23rd century? Would Shakesphere approve of being discussed in Star Trek? Join Ashlyn and Rhianna as we disc…
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Hello Spooky Ooky Theater Nerds! Welcome to Episode 10 of Leave the Ghost Light On! We are shaking it up again and doing some more SUPERSTITIONS! We deep dive through 8+ superstitions and their origins. Danica tells us why you shouldn’t whistle with a peacock feather in your hair while wearing a green costume. Meanwhile, Jill explains why you shoul…
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Hello Spooky Nerds! In this episode, the Macbeth curse strikes AGAIN! We follow Danica’s Manhattan tragedy as two rival actors battle it out for who is the best Macbeth backed by a crowd of 10,000 rioters! Then we journey down the street with Jill to hear about a successful Broadway house with a rich history that never threw away its shot, despite …
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Episode 9: Art TrekHow does accessibility affect the creation of art? How is the sand mandala at odds with O’Connor’s ascension? Would you take a risk and perform at Jennifer’s Salon? What is Ransom’s art background? What are the easter eggs in the Collector’s Guild? Join Ashlyn and Rhianna as we discuss the art in Lower Decks!SPOILER ALERT: Star T…
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Hello Theater Nerds! This is our very first bonus episode! We decided to do this so we could talk about our 2 week long European adventure! But mostly to review what we saw at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival! Enjoy! Heads up, I would highly suggest watching this episode as we have videos and pictures on the screen from our trip!…
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Episode 8: Art TrekWill we have inescapable popup ads in the future? Does Section 31 Moriarty have rights? Do you also dream of Data painting in a field? Was Data painting a daughter who looked like Lul? Did Bruce Maddox base Doj & Soji after his painting? Join Ashlyn and Rhianna as we discuss the art in Picard!SPOILER ALERT: Star Trek PicardThis i…
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Welcome back Danica and all of our listeners! Our trip together, just like this episode, was short but sweet! We resisted the urge to go on and on about our trip across and instead decided to talk about two Scottish Theaters instead! Jill takes us on a magical journey that goes wrong while Danica teaches us why you should name a theater after an in…
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Episode 7: Art TrekWhat is the wisdom of Zora choosing a slapstick comedy for the crew to watch? Did Spock draw monsters as way to keep people at bay? Why is Sun Tzu’s "The Art of War" required reading at Starfleet Academy? Should Michael have used gloves to handle the book in the library? How old is the art of stained glass? Join Ashlyn and Rhiann…
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In episode 8 of Leave the Ghost Light On, we decided to shake things up and have our first guest on! Everyone say hello to Eddie! Jill decided to take it easy on the newcomer and talk about a point in history every man is apparently obsessed with despite the fact that it is one of the most gruesome spots in the world and is 2000 years old. Then Edd…
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Hello spooky ooeky listeners! It is episode 7 of Leave the Ghost Light On! This week, Jill takes us down the railroad line where we explore the haunted Union Station of Ogden brought on by one of the worst train crashes in Utah history. Then we travel to Danica’s neck of woods where we learn about some helpful ghosts who enjoy holding bathroom door…
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Episode 6: Art TrekDid the writers intend to have Trip show them ancient movies or did the production team simply run out of cash? Is movie night an homage to M*A*S*H? Are books making the transition to fully digital in ENT era? Are movies a good way to learn about Human culture? Is escapism sometimes good for morale? Join Ashlyn and Rhianna as we …
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Welcome to Episode 6 of Leave the Ghost Light On! In this episode, Danica takes us back to London to a theater of Royal regards to recount the tragic outcome of a comedian in front of 12 million people. Then we travel with Jill to the west coast while she oogles and ougles her favorite art deco theater that is full of ghosts who are focused on prot…
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Episode 5: Art TrekHow does Janeway help Seven learn the creative process? How does Chaktoay handle his emotions while stranded on New Earth? How can holographic technology be used in art? Was being kidnapped the best thing that happened to holo Da Vinci? How does the Doctor’s struggle for artistic autonomy mirror real life? Join Ashlyn and Rhianna…
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It's Episode 5 of Leave the Ghost Light On! In this small but mighty mile marker, we figured it was time to do something special. We give you our first set of SUPERSTITIONS! Jill will finally explain the title of the podcast and what the purpose of a ghost light is. Danica will then explain the most famous, world wide superstition of all. This is t…
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Warning! High school relationships ahead. This week Jade gets deep sharing how she discovered her queerness while living in a rural town, and Cydel takes us on a trip to the Wisconsin State Fair. Hold on to your Cream Puffs, we're talking about crushes, sisterly advice, and a fear of heights. Source: https://wistatefair.com/ Theme Song: Malena Marc…
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Episode 4: Art TrekHow were the Bajorans Djara artists hired and paid in early Bajoran society? How does art play a role in incarceration? Is it okay for artists to destroy their own art? Does Odo love smut? How does Far Beyond the Stars break the fourth wall? Join Ashlyn and Rhianna as we dive into the art in Deep Space Nine!SPOILER ALERT: Deep Sp…
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Welcome to Episode 4 of Leave the Ghost Light On! First, Jill takes us on a Marvel superhero worthy adventure as we watch broadway throw caution to the wind and ignore their spidey sense yelling "DANGER". Then we go to Danica, who compared her health to that of a wilted piece of spinach as we hang out with over 40 ghosts who get to spend an eternit…
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In this episode of Leave the Ghost Light On, Danica, despite being sick, tells us the story about the shortest lived theater in history and the disaster that lead to its end. Then we travel down to the south for a lil southern hospitality with Jill to hear about the ghosts of country music. Welcome to the Royal Brunswick Theater and Ryman Auditoriu…
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Dig your Webkinz out of their totes! This week Cydel is taking us back to a time when playing with a toy both online and in person was all the rage and Jade is taking us back to our childhood bedroom where we will find our most gripping childhood fixations. Snuggle into your floor bed, we'll meet you in 2009. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/W…
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Episode 3: Art TrekThis episode is rated R for language and colorful metaphors.What is the value of an original piece of artwork with replication technology in play? What book would you bring on a long-term space mission? Why did Q choose the Robin Hood story? Why doesn’t Picard act with Data on the Holodeck? Where did the crew get the copies of A …
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Episode 2: Art TrekHow much of the Holonovels are designed by humans vs AI? Do the holostories get upgraded over time? Did Troi play cowboys in the holodeck as a child? Why doesn’t Beverly talk about her dancing? For Data’s parents, how much do they see him as their artwork versus child? Join Ashlyn and Rhianna as we wax poetic about TNG’s Holonove…
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Welcome to Episode 2 of Leave the Ghost Light On! In this episode, Jill takes us on a journey through one of the most famous events in American history with more disasters than you might expect! Then Danica introduces us to one of the most famous ghost on broadway who loves a stylish clerical collar. Welcome to The Ford Theater and The Belasco!…
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Join The Duras Sisters at Trek Long Island as they interview Daphne Ashbrook (Melora from DS9), Adele Shepherd (Ensign Kemi on Picard S2), Ursaline Bryant (Captain Tryla Scott from TNG), and Kathryn Leigh Scott (Nuria from TNG) for the Ladies of Star Trek Panel. We look back at their time in Trek, career highlights, and the ever-changing Hollywood …
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Welcome to the inaugural episode of “Leave the Ghost Light On”! In this episode, we banter at the beginning with our backstories and histories. Then Danica takes us to Chicago to retell the tale of the worst Theater Tragedy in history. We then side step over to Jill who tells us about the oldest theater on Broadway and its most famous leading lady …
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A Trek Long Island RecapAshlyn and Rhianna talk about their time at Trek Long Island, participating in panels, hosting a vendor booth, and meeting besties in person. Listen as the sisters gush about how amazing the Trek community is. SPOILER ALERT: Discovery Series FinaleThis is a special recap episode! Next time, we’ll be giving you more Trek Long…
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Crack open a beer! This week we're diving into the lakes of the boundary waters as Jade shares our canoe trips and Cydel shares the beauty of New Glarus Brewing Company. Check the weather and the cooler, it's going to be a wild ride! Source: https://newglarusbrewing.com/ Theme Song: Malena Marcase malenamarcase.com Cover art: MJ Hennessey…
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Special Release! LIVE from Trek Long Island 2024: Ashlyn and Rhianna from The Duras Sisters Podcast and Julian and Emcee from Strange New Pod come together to delve into the deeper parts of being a part of the Star Trek fandom, and how the franchise has brought people together who would otherwise never have connected.Listen to us each discuss found…
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The Houston native made his Broadway debut in The Who's Tommy, other credits include The Lion King, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, The Rocky Horror Show, and The Wedding Singer. Off-Broadway audiences have seen his work in Hedwig and the Angry Inch, The Foreigner (Lucille Lortel nomination), The Wild Party, How I Learned to Drive, and Shaggs. His screen …
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Is Spock an expert on old Earth art? What is on Kahn’s bookshelf? Was Kirk a theater nerd? Would Sybok do therapeutic ballet? Why do Klingons love Shakespeare? Join Ashlyn and Rhianna as we discuss the art aspects of the Original Series.SPOILER ALERT: The Original Series This is the first episode of our Art Trek series, where Ashlyn and Rhianna tal…
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Episode 9: Love and AffectionWhy is Pike’s dating history so sketchy? How do the writers create tension between these characters? What is the dynamic of two Captains dating? Did Kirk already know about Carol by “Lost in Translation?” What is the future of reproductive health in Trek? Listen as Ashlyn and Rhianna discuss the romantic pairings in sea…
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Hello Siblings! It's been a while. We are back from hiatus, and today we're going to tell you about all the craziness that has happened to us while we were away. Buckle up, in this episode we'll be talking about a very important wedding, a stray cat, and a brand new family member. Theme song: Malena Marcase malenamarcase.com Cover Art: MJ Hennessey…
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How much does nostalgia play into this finale? How satisfying are the story arcs for these characters? Would you plug yourself into the Borg collective for those you love? How does this Finale mirror the pandemic? Can the Troi therapy scene be cut? Join Ashlyn and Rhianna as we discuss the Picard Finale: “The Last Generation.”SPOILER ALERT: Picard …
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From The Last Days of Disco Podcast Festival, originally airing on 4/2/24: The Brides of Chaotica join The Last Days of DISCO Farewell Tour with a Discovery Panel!Join hosts Elizabeth and Taylor, along with guests Jordan and Jen, as they explore the impact Star Trek and Discovery have had on fans as well as themselves. Plus, the ultimate goal of co…
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From The Last Days of Disco Podcast Festival, originally airing on 4/1/24: Join Ryan and Rachel as they go over the many baddies who have given the crew of Discovery a hard time over four-plus seasons. What do they offer up to the series? How do Ryan and Rachel feel about them? Tune in to find out!By The Duras Sisters Podcast
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From The Last Days of Disco Podcast Festival, originally airing on 4/1/24: A special Star Trek Discovery Quiz event! Join host Emcee as Julian from Strange New Pod, Treksperts' own Davey, and The Duras Sisters' Ashlyn go head-to-head! They will also be raising money for the ALS Therapy Development Institute in honor of Kenneth Mitchell!ALS Therapy …
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From The Last Days of Disco Podcast Festival, originally airing on 3/31/24: Last Days of DISCO Festival co-hosts The Duras Sisters Podcast GO LIVE to bring you a deep dive into one of the most controversial topics to come out of Star Trek Discovery: The Klingons.From the start of the Klingon war and their new look-shaven heads to their... um...extr…
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From The Last Days of Disco Podcast Festival, originally airing on 3/31/24: Join Joe and Jason from Captains Quadrant for this Last Days of DISCO Podcast Festival special as they dive deep into the legacy of Star Trek Discovery.How did they feel when the show was announced? Has it stood up going into its fifth and final season? Find out on Captains…
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From The Last Days of Disco Podcast Festival, originally airing on 3/31/24: David and Heather share a pure love of Discovery, and that's the journey they take for this special DISCO Fest episode.They will explore how the show reignited their love for Trek, look ahead to the show ending, and what that means, all in their signature three-act format!F…
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From The Last Days of Disco Podcast Festival, originally airing on 3/31/24: Amy and Kelvin bring a PACKED episode of The Viewscreen for the Last Days of DISCO:Matthew Dempsey of The Food Replicator is back to cook us a Discovery-inspired dishJeremiah Brown of Captain’s Couch will discuss the many different captains of Discovery.Mark White and Matt …
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From The Last Days of Disco Podcast Festival, originally airing on 3/30/24: Over four seasons of Star Trek Discovery, the center seat of the U.S.S. Discovery has been a revolving door; from Captain Lorca and finally to Captain Burnham.As part of the festivities for the Last Days of DISCO Podcast Festival, we've gathered a panel of hosts from six po…
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From The Last Days of Disco Podcast Festival, originally airing on 3/29/24: Gay Panic! at the Disco! Join Stanley and the crew from Salon Trek as they dive deep into queer representation in Star Trek, and more specifically, Star Trek Discovery!----"Strange New Pod" is a weekly Star Trek Podcast focusing on the past, present, and future of Star Trek…
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From The Last Days of Disco Podcast Festival, originally airing on 3/29/24: Paul, Clyde, and Myrriah are returning to the beginning. In prep for the final season of Star Trek Discovery the crew will be rewatching and discussing the entire back catalogue of Star Trek Discovery.This week we dive into the first half of season 4 episodes 7-13"...But to…
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From The Last Days of Disco Podcast Festival, originally airing on 3/28/24: Strange New Pod and the Duras Sisters kick-off The Last Days of DISCO Podcast Festival!The crew, along with Ashlyn and Rhianna review season four of Star Trek Discovery ahead of the season five premiere.What did they think of the DMA? The addition of President Rillak? And w…
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Episode 5: Finale SeriesHow do the actors feel about this finale? What are the ways they tried to alienate the audience? Why does Riker dominate the story? What is missing in this finale? Does the nostalgia bait work on you?Join Ashlyn and Rhianna as we discuss the Enterprise Finale: “These Are The Voyages.”SPOILER ALERT: All of Enterprise and the …
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Episode 5: Finale SeriesWhy would Chakotay be interested in Seven when he has so much Borg hate? Did Harry leave the year they returned home? Why the Neelix Facetime? Does Admiral Janeway’s timeline keep on going? When did Voyager get inside the borg sphere?? Join Ashlyn and Rhianna as we discuss the Voyager Finale: “Endgame.”SPOILER ALERT: All of …
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