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Active Listeners Podcast
by Active Listeners Podcast
A podcast where hosts Mike and Shane discuss their lives, goals, and expectations as artists. Each week they engage with guests about the artist lifestyle.
Episodes
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Episode 40: "What Gave me the Balls"
Mike and Shane are back with a conversation with comedian, educator, and actor Daniel Burrows. He discusses his discoveries of the creative process on the comedy stage and uses comedy to process the many twists and turns of life and his daughter's illness, Rett Syndrome. Like, follow, share, and...
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Episode 39: "Spooky-Pod"
In this episode, Mike and Shane have some fun talking about all their favorite things horror. Movies, comics, and video games are just some of the things they discuss while contemplating the hallmarks of great horror entertainment! Find us on Facebook or Twitter and join in on the conversation!
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Episode 38: "The Climb"
This week Mike and Shane sit with the Artistic Director of Creative Action Unlimited, Michael Kennedy, and actor and fight choreographer Eleah Jayne Peal. Join them as they discuss Creative Action Unlimited's upcoming film, The Climb, featuring David Quinones Jr, Eleah Jayne Peal, Elisheva…
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Episode 37: "Kevinpod"
This week Mike and Shane speak with long-time friend and film actor Kevin Escudero. We talk about Kevin's move to LA, the struggle that comes with relocating and attempting to "make it" in the business of film acting, and the realizations he had along the way. Check out the trailer for "Norjack"...
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Episode 36: "Do Right by the Kids"
This week join Mike and Shane as they discuss the less artsy side of community building and speak to John Sumpter of the Amsterdam, NY branch of the Creative Connections Clubhouse, and cofounder of the Wishful Thinking Foundation. Both organizations are dedicated to youth outreach and community...
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Episode 35: "Episode Re-visit: Dope Ass Black Women"
Today, take a look back at a fan-favorite episode, Episode 19: "Dope Ass Black Women." Mike and Shane have a chat with Alana Patrick, cohost of the podcast Are We There Yet? Alana discusses her show, the merits of public grieving, and how sharing your grief can help others to heal. Like and...
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Episode 34: "Fishmonger"
This week Mike and Shane spend some time lamenting the state of late stage capitalism. Then, they are joined by singer, actor, and... fishmonger and they discuss auditioning, the latest changes to Equity membership, and the struggles of artists that hold down a nine-to-five.
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Episode 33: "Robot Shakespeare"
Episode 32: "Robot Shakespeare" This week Mike and Shane talk to playwright/director/actor Monica Cross about her genre and style of writing, and the motivations behind her work. Listen as they read a passage from one of her titles that basically answers the question "What if Data from TNG was...
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Episode 32: "If I Had to Choose, It's Gonna be Me"
Mike and Shane are back from the break, and they are joined by actor and TikTok creator David Quiones Jr. to discuss his late start as a performer, the perils of the audition process, and the state of social media. Also, this week's audience participation asks you the listeners what is your...
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Episode 31: "The Great Bamboozle: Pt 2"
Ten episodes into their second season and the guys are joined by Linnea Barklund as special guest host! Linnea and Mike interview Shane, the actor, in a revenge Bamboozle! Participate in this week's audience participation by dropping a line at our voice message box, or find us on Facebook and...
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Episode 30: "Beelzebub is a B!tch"
This week you get Mike and Shane for the entire episode! Join the guys as they discuss Will Kempe Players opening weekend of the summer touring season, what to consider while cutting Shakespeare, what exactly a "potato choice" is, and talk about that time Mike decapitated a fertility god onstage....
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Episode 29: "Actively Dying"
This week Shane and Mike post their weekly episode late because there just aren't enough hours in a week. They talk with Jess Schiermeister, former Shakespearean scholar and actor, current social work grad student, and death doula in training. Join them as they discuss end-of-life support, as…
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Episode 28: "Proper Level of Horn Tootage"
This week, Mike and Shane talk shit with Podcast hosts Brian Sheldon and Adam Coons. The hosts from Talkin' $h*t with Brian and Adam sit with ALPod and talk about the value of switching off and shootin' the shit with a good friend, or listening to a couple of funny guys as they do. Check out…
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Episode 27: "I Will *Fake* Kick your Ass"
This week Mike and Shane talk to Jamie Jager, fight choreographer and pro-wreslter-in-training turned threat response trainer. They have a conversation about the strange ways to utilize performance training of various sorts and Jamie's passion for preparing people to face to worst. Like and share...
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Episode 26: "Some Days You ain't Shit"
This week Mike and Shane talk with Alexis Loverro, an aspiring recording artist, self-help, and emotional wellness advocate. They discuss the initial spark of inspiration that set them on their paths, the experiences that impact their work along the way, and the personal and difficult obstacles…
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Episode 25: "Punk Rock Indie Movies"
Mike and Shane get back into film talk. Specifically, they speak with Jay Leonard, a "no budget" filmmaker, screenwriter, and director. They discuss the ways he maximizes resources to create films like the award-winning independent film Middletown. Like, rate, and share! And leave us a voice...
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Episode 24: "The Great Bamboozle"
This Week, Shane pulls the wool over Mike's eyes with the help of special guest Co-Host, and Momento, Mori and Co. producer, Erin Monahan. The tables are turned and Mike is in the hot seat to talk about his current projects, work, art, life balance, and why he's just so easygoing. You can now…
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Episode 23: "I Can't Not Write"
This week Mike and Shane talk to playwright, screenwriter, and professor of literature, Ryan Gangemi. They discuss Ryan's process while writing from differing perspectives, the many hours spent typing away at a keyboard, and that sometimes you have to write something that most people will never...
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Episode 22: "A Really Well-Made Piece of Garbage"
In the first episode after the season break, Mike and Shane are back and talk with Playwright and Actor Nate Beynon. They discuss the importance of representation in theater, both in the casting and in the stories that get told. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter, and as always, leave a like and a...
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Episode 21: "Sh!t Post Until Someone Notices You"
In the finale of their first full season, Mike and Shane reflect on their first 20 episodes. They catch up with by Catiosaurus of TikTok and discuss her podcast "Catie and Erik's Infinite Quest: An ADHD Adventure." Then, they are joined by Carly the Blonde from the true-crime podcast, "Straight…
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Episode 20: "[duhb-uhl-yoo key pee]"
This week Mike and Shane talk about gettin' busy... with the preparations for the Will Kempe's Players' summer touring season. They chat about sociocracy, being in a theater co-operative, and how to get involved and stay informed about Troy, NY's resident Shakespeare company. Show Notes Will...
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Episode 19: "Dope Ass Black Women"
Mike and Shane have a chat with Alana Patrick, cohost of the podcast Are We There Yet? Alana discusses her show, the merits of public grieving, and how sharing your grief can help others to heal. Show Notes Alana Patrick Are We There Yet? - https://anchor.fm/awty6 Untamed Natural Blog -...
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Episode 18: "Externo"
In this episode, Mike and Shane talk to Leandro Taub, co-director, creator, and leading actor in the award-winning international film Externo. "A revolutionary businessman tries to conquer the world with $2,000... There is a forest. There is a building. There is a bed. There is a phone and there…
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Episode 17: "Alien Tentacles to Hot Pokers"
This week Shane and Mike are joined by props artisan and extraordinaire, Chris Moneymaker. Lover of theater, builder, and acquirer of things, Chris talks about his work backstage in stage properties and he really wants you to support your local theaters. He's a great guy, so give him a listen and...
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Episode 15: "Here to Normalize, Not Generalize"
This week's episode is all about gender. Specifically, trans/non-binary inclusion, in and outside of the performing arts. Mike and Shane play second fiddle to two amazing people, and their guest hosts Jesi Dunnivan and Erin Ouellette. They share their insights and anecdotes on trans and…
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Episode 15: "Blame it on the Dice"
Mike and Shane get a little nerdier this week and they have a chat about one of their favorite things outside of art and performance; Dungeons & Dragons! The guest this week is writer, teacher, and Dungeon Master extraordinaire Nick Walge, who unveils the hidden mysteries behind compiling a fun…
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Episode 14: "Decades of Marginalia"
This week, Mike and Shane discuss Theater of the Oppressed with scholar, actor, and teacher, Aubrey Whitlock. Theater for change, where the spectators are the performers and play an active role in arming themselves with the tools needed to dismantle their oppression. Show Notes: Hurley Burley...
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Episode 13: "She Is Not Short"
Hosts Mike and Shane talk about how sometimes you need a total and complete change in vocation. That is something this week's guest, author Shannon Perrine, knows all too well. Listen as Shannon shares with you their journey from homemaker to romance and horror novelist. *CONTENT ADVISORY*…
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Episode 12: "Straight Up Takeover"
*CONTENT ADVISORY* This week Active Listeners Podcast welcomes two-thirds of the Straight Up Evil podcast hosts, Carly "The Blonde," and Jocelynn "The Brunette" in our very first Podcast crossover! We talk true crime and Carly leads us down the rabbit hole that is the unsolved case of the "Black...
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Epidsode 11: "Good Things Happened in 2020?"
The guys are back! Mike and Shane return this week with a short list of things that happened in 2020 that didn't suck! We know, we know, weird. They discuss promising progress and hopeful signs of what's to come, and as always, they invite you to join in the conversation. Become a Patron!...
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Episode 10: "Where We Is..."
In the last episode before the mid season break, Shane and Mike recap where the first half of season one has taken them and give some teases about what's to come. Thanks for helping the show reach over 300 listens! Show Notes: Visit our Patreon: www.patreon.com/activelistenerspod
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Episode 9: "What Happens to You When We Die?"
In our ninth episode, Mike and Shane talk about the legacy of artists, posthumously. They are joined by Dr. Paul Menzer, professor of Shakespeare and Perfomance, director of the Shakespeare and Performance Graduate Program, and the Dean of the College of Visual and Performing Arts at Mary Baldwin...
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Episode 8: "More of It and Less of you"
This episode Mike and Shane get mystic and talk with 2020 Top 50 recording artist and "Creation Creator," Jason Taylor. We have a lengthy discussion about the metaphysical, how it inspires his work, the greater vision of self actualization and mindfulness, and even a little bit of a debate...
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Episode 7: "Hellacious Noise"
This week Mike and Shane discuss civil discourse with their guest, photo-journalist, musician, and Interim Director of the Virginia Folklife Program Pat Jarrett. It's important to know how to talk to people when capturing the still frames of their lives, and Pat also shares his insights and...
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Episode 6: "Unsolicited Snap-Cat"
This week Mike and Shane share an obscure Tenacious D reference, bad puns, and discuss the art of storytelling with guest artist April Armstrong. There is also some cat talk, which is fantastic because the internet loves cats. As always visit our Patreon for bonus content and to support the show!...
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Episode 5: "Every Body"
CONTENT ADVISORY: This week's episode contains adult themes and language. Body positivity takes center stage in this weeks episode, and Mike and Shane talk with body positivity artist Isaac (Color My Flaws, Fat Friends With Benefits) about the importance of the representation of all bodies in…
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Episode 4: "A Sensitive Topic"
This week Mike and Shane discuss their personal views on religion and they welcome their guest, actress and Master of Scripture and Discipleship, Abby Van Gerpen (Unpregnant, HBO Max). You can join in the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.
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Episode 3: "I'm Not, Not Proud of This"
This week Mike and Shane sit down with lifetime theater maker, educator, and occasional ass kicker Sandra Boynton to discuss ageism in society and in the theater community. Strap yourselves in and get ready to absorb all the wisdom, and as always, check out @ActListPod on Twitter or...
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Episode 2: "You Gotta Show Up."
In this week's episode Mike and Shane discuss art activism with guest Kristoph DiMaria, the performing artist also known as the Pochinko clown "Ragliacci Rags." Listen as they discuss the nexus of art and politics and whether or not all art is a form of activism, and as always, check out...
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Episode 1: "...and The Family That We're... Blessed... With"
Mike and Shane talk about the role family plays in supporting and inspiring their art. Multi-talented performer Catie Osborne shares her perspective on family, her crazy experiences as a (modest) TikTok sensation, Catieosaurus, and gifts the guys with a very special endorsement as the first guest...
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Session 0: "This is Us"
Mike and Shane greet their audience with a little background and a hint of what to expect from Active Listeners Podcast.
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Active Listeners Trailer
Stay tuned for our introductory Session 0: "This is Us" coming 10/20/2020!
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A podcast where hosts Mike and Shane discuss their lives, goals, and expectations as artists. Each week they engage with guests about the artist lifestyle.
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A podcast where hosts Mike and Shane discuss their lives, goals, and expectations as artists. Each week they engage with guests about the artist lifestyle.
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