Citizen Sister

Send us Fan MailIn this heartfelt episode Stephanie interviews Eric Tuan, an accomplished composer and conductor and the artistic director of the Piedmont East Bay Children's Choir and The Columbia Choirs of Metropolitan Seattle's artistic director Katrina Turman.  Both Eric and Katrina have come to the Island as part of the Asian Arts and Heritage Festival's annual Japanese Heritage Night.  Eric composed beautiful music to the poetry of Sanae (Shizue Harada),  compositions that he was commissioned to do as part of an artist and residence program for the Columbia Choir.  In this episode Stephanie discovers that the two people she is interviewing are actually childhood friends from their children's choir days which takes her back to her own girl choir days too!  Learn how culture can inform art and how music can bring people together and give a sense of community to all ages. There is also a special musical treat from Eric and Katrina, for listeners who understand that the music we learn when we are young never leaves us!  Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Stephanie talks all about the 3rd annual Asian Arts and Heritage of Festival on Bainbridge Island! It's May; Asian American, Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Month and this means it is also Asian Arts and Heritage of Festival month!  Stephanie takes you through how they celebrate on Bainbridge Island and all the events! She shares the new mission statement, why it was created and how it relates to the community she is in.  Learn about the Asian Monologues (a show Stephanie directed and created) and why she says it is the most special and favorite show she has ever done.  Also learn about the events still to come on the Island and why 'community' is the word that connects it all.  Special notes: Thank you to Arts and Humanities Bainbridge, the organization that puts on the festival and all the volunteers and participants!  THANK YOU to special sponsors- The Agency, Bainbridge Community Foundation, Coates Design, UPS, BECU, PNW Bainbridge Magazine, Town and Country Markets, Thuys and Mama Fong's Kitchen Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailStart the Lunar New Year with a reset that actually means something. I’m pulling back the curtain on why I paused Citizen Sister, how the word citizen changed under our feet, and what it takes to build a show that holds both connection and discomfort with honesty. This is a candid look at belonging in 2026—where passports once felt like keys, where perception can override documents, and where safety is felt in the body long before it’s written in law.I share a personal shift that reframed the entire season: an everyday interaction that stung, the story I told myself about it, and the new information that turned judgment into compassion. That three-second pause—choosing not to take it personally, imagining a life I couldn’t see—has become my most practical tool for global citizenship. It doesn’t excuse harm; it widens context. And it’s the spirit I’ll bring to future interviews, music, and community stories: asking each guest what belonging means to them, where fear shows up, and how art and culture can create room for all of us.You’ll also hear what’s ahead: the Asian Arts and Heritage Festival on Bainbridge Island this May, from karaoke in a theater to heritage nights, film and panel storytelling, language classes, and a bigger finale at Waterfront Park. We’re inviting artists, vendors, food vendors, and performers to help shape a month of creative, inclusive celebration. If the question on your mind is who gets to feel safe and seen, you’re in the right place. Subscribe, share this episode with a friend who needs a gentler lens, and leave a review with your definition of a global citizen—what does it mean to you? Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to SEASON 3 of Citizen Sister!!! Such an exciting season ahead! For our first episode of season 3 we celebrate the last week of Filipino American History month with an extraordinary guest! Recorded at San Francisco’s Pistahan Parade & Festival, Stephanie does her first ever episode with a live audience as she spotlights Beverly Desuasido—three-time Emmy Award–winning producer behind standout lifestyle and travel storytelling.  Hear about how she went from managing DJ Q Bert to becoming a celebrated producer.  Special guest appearance by friend to the show and past CS guest and Pistahan Festival President Al Perez! Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailCitizen Brother flips the mic on host Stephanie Reese while Pistahan founder Al Perez joins in. Together they chart how Bainbridge’s Asian Arts & Heritage Festival and San Francisco’s 30-year Pistahan are linking arms as true sister celebrations of Asian culture.  Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailFinally! Stephanie Welcomes to the podcast her dear friend Al Perez, who is the Filipino American Arts Exposition president and has held this position for 18 years!  He is also a commissioner of the San Francisco Entertainment Commission.  Find out how Al inspired and mentored Stephanie to create Bainbridge Island's first ever Asian Arts and Heritage Festival and all about the 5 amazing events they have in San Francisco including The Filipino Heritage Night, Filipino American History Night and their big gala fundraiser!  Al shows us how his search for connection to his culture created a whole movement for his city and now beyond.  Be inspired with his wisdom and learn how community building can be positive and invigorating!Also in this episode Stephanie talks about the comedy show they just held and the First ever Korean Heritage night that took place on May 8th!  The Festival Season has BEGUN! Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Stephanie breaks down year 2 of the Asian Arts and Heritage Festival that she created last year with the many extraordinary people in the community.  Find out how last year's 4 event festival turned into a 16 (and maybe more) events this year! So much heartfelt inspiration and love will be happening through the entire month of May from the first ever Korean Heritage Night celebration, to the first ever (in the entire State of Washington and perhaps the U.S.) Melanesian Heritage Night celebration to Stephanie's own show she is creating 'The Asian Monologues; True Stories of The Asian American Experience' and so much more.  AND of course there is the grand Festival Finale Celebration on May 31st....Learn about it all on this special episode of Citizen Sister! Oh and let's not forget our incredible sponsors of the Festival- The Agency and Philippine Airlines! Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Stephanie interviews the incredible Rex Navarrete!  He is not only an extraordinary human being but he is FUNNY....yup- Rex is the OG Filipino American comedian.  Find out more about how he began, how he created a new genre of comedy and how that inspired Stephanie and others to embrace the 'funny' in their roots and culture! Rex is also just about to come to Bainbridge Island to share his amazing talents and launch AANHPI month and Bainbridge's Asian Arts and Heritage Festival with laughter and comedy on May 2 at the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art Auditorium!  There will be 2 shows 6 and 8pm and you can get tickets at https://givebutter.com/5bI6Ws  And even if you can't come on May 2 you can laugh with us here on Citizen Sister! Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailStephanie comes back to the pod after a long hiatus - find out WHY? From a family health crisis, family in the Palisades Fire and sad news about her fur baby Obi, Stephanie breaks down where she has been, why she took a pod break and finally makes a comeback to one of her biggest loves: Citizen Sister!Her 4th installment of the Travel Series takes us to Lake Garda! Find out which famous opera singer once had a home there, how 24 hours is enough to fall in love with a town and how an addiction to cell phones might just be an American thing!Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailWhere is Tyrol? It’s the border between Austria and Italy and absolutely stunning! In this episode learn about this unique travel destination!  The beautiful town of San Lorenzen is home to several spa and wellness hotels tucked into the mountains.  Listen to how Stephanie learns how doing what you actually want to do on a vacation and not what you feel obligated to do can be challenging and ultimately so rewarding! Plus travel tips, Citizen Sister questions for every episode and find out where they will be headed next! Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn this special mini episode Stephanie and Matthew talk about the short time they had in Munich when everything was closed! Find out how they spent their day and how being a non pressured tourist is the way to go!  The best food of their trip? Would you believe it was Asian? What was the most extraordinary ordinary thing about Munich? Listen and find out! And stay tuned for the next episode ‘The extraordinary small town of San Lorenzen in the region of Tyrol.  Set in the Alps on the border of Italy and Austria! Where they stayed:The Do and Co Hotel Munich https://www.docohotel.com/munich/en/home/Where they ate:The Do and Co Restaurant- Contemporary Asian Cuisine https://www.docohotel.com/media/tcul5axu/doco_munich_restaurant_menu202312.pdfHaufbrauhaus Munichhttps://www.hofbraeuhaus.deWhere Stephanie got her nails done in Munich:https://www.tubeauty.de/Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIf you love travel as much as Stephanie does you will love this series! After a six week journey to through Europe Stephanie is back! And of course she wants to share this amazing journey with all of you with this travel series of episodes!In each episode Stephanie and her husband Matthew talk to us from their car and deep dive into where they just were as they drive to their next destination. Episodes in this series will include travel tips, stories, what they saw, tasted and were inspired by and of course the Citizen Sister questions we have in every episode at the end (except this time they will be about the city they just visited!) Also links to their favorite shopping spots and restaurants below! Enjoy this truly amazing 6 week journey across Europe! Find pictures that go with the episode on our Instagram page @citizen.sister or our Facebook page Citizen Sister!Restaurant links from the trip mentioned in the show!Maximillian’s Berlin - https://www.maximilians-berlin.dehttps://facil.de/de/https://facil.de/de/https://www.https://www.https://www.amrit.dehttps://kamphttps://kamphttps://kampapark.com/ehttps://kampapark.com/en/Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Stephanie interviews the Extraordinary Qi Gong master, healer, artist, musician, performer and TEDx speaker Anna Choi! Find out how this incredible and dynamic woman went from being an accomplished musician and successful financial planning business owner to losing it all due to burn out and physical exhaustion and how she healed her life and turned it all around through Qi Gong.  They discuss how Anna helped Stephanie with a healing session before the episode and their launching of Bainbridge Island’s first ever flash mob to celebrate World Peace Day! Website: https://soljoy.life/Business Card: https://linktr.ee/annasunchoiConnect on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annasunchoiFree Resources / Videos on Energy TV: https://www.youtube.com/annasunchoiTo see the flash mob for World Peace Day click here! World Peace Flash Mob to Anthems One Day Matisyahu and KNaan Wavin Flag Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailAs a fan of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Stephanie was familiar with The Agency, a fancy Beverly Hills real estate company that decided to branch out to Bainbridge Island! In this episode, Stephanie deep dives into all things real estate with an extraordinary power couple, Mark Middleton and Suzy Legier, who are the managing partners of this new company. Having just opened The Agency Bainbridge Island in January, they have already become #4 in sales in an incredibly competitive market. Not only that, but Mark is the number one broker in Kitsap County! All this aside, you will hear how their down-to-earth, honest, and genuine hearts are the pulse of why they are successful both in their business and their relationship with the community and with one another, and how this has made them thrive.BONUS: At the end of this episode, Stephanie asked Mark to explain the new real estate laws that just passed in the U.S. and what it means for buyers, sellers, and the agents representing them!Bainbridge Island | Luxury Homes for Sale and Rent | The Agency Global Boutique Real Estate Brokerage Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Stephanie interviews her dear friend and fellow UNICEF performer and Extraordinary singer Dorrey Lyles. They deep dive into Dorrey’s roots, how she ended up in Germany, her deep love for her family, and most of all, how faith and her family are the backbone for everything in her life. Hear Dorrey’s incredible voice at the beginning and the end of the episode and be prepared to be blown away! Also a funny bonus clip story from a special family member!Song: God Bless the Child - Billie Holiday/Arthur Herzog Jr.Singer: Dorrey LylesPiano: John FlorencioSpecial thanks to Farrin LylesSupport the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we find out where Stephanie has been…? In Los Angeles doing a Filipino opera ‘Karim At Jasmin’ under the direction of her extraordinary guest: Dr. Ramon Geluz!Stephanie does a deep dive into the mind and background of this extraordinary man that she refers to as magical, because as you will hear, he channels all his work and has a spiritual tone to what has inspired him to write and create his music and stories. Find out how a medical doctor at the age of 50, woke up and one day started writing a vision that came to him in sound, story, and even costumes, and how this lead to him making history as the first composer of an original Filipino opera. Also a sneak peak at one of the arias Stephanie sings in the show!Also don’t forget to vote! Citizen Sister was once again nominated for ‘Best of Bainbridge’!!! Voting starts Jul 1-15, and you can vote once a day every day!!!! Please continue to support us, and make Citizen Sister the number one podcast on Bainbridge Island once again!Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn celebration of AAHPI month, Stephanie highlights her favorite Asian American artist - her sister Melissa Reese! Hear how it all began because this is a re-release of Citizen Sister's first episode ever! A beautiful archived episode of humor, inspiration and love!Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn this special Mother’s Day episode Stephanie interviews the extraordinary Gina Corpuz– producer, creator and narrator of her film Honor Thy Mother’. Stephanie learns the history of the Indipino (Filipino and indigenous mix) and the history and journey of Indigenous women and their journey to Bainbridge Island. Hear what made Stephanie spontaneously cry and the beautiful connection that makes us all realize that in honoring our mothers we honor our own roots and history.https://indipinocommunityofbainbridgeisland.org/Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Stephanie is interviewed by her dear friend ‘Really’ Denise Stoughton about her dream realized, Bainbridge Island’s first ever Asian Arts and Heritage Festival! Learn about how it came to be, why it’s important and what to expect! Stephanie introduces the episode with her thoughts about how this dream wasn’t about the final result of the festival but about the journey to get there and how the journey is the most beautiful gift.  Happy AAHPI month everyone!Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Stephanie introduces us to her dear friend, actress Shane LaLonde! Find out what her time with Bob Barker was like on the Price is Right- her audition, backstage stories and she even tells us what it felt like to spin the big wheel! Shane balanced being a mom, a wife to a famous rock musician (Ler LaLonde -guitarist in Primus) and being on the biggest game show with enthusiasm and grace. We learn how she got the job and how leaving the show gave her space to pursue her true passion of acting. Her sweet aura of positivity and light shine through this whole episode and will make you all smile!Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailShe is fabulous, she is a fashionista, a designer and a writer and she LOVES mailboxes! Find out how this once upon a time club kid from NYC became Bainbridge Island’s mailbox lady! We deep dive into Denise’s background and how she and her fellow New York club kids influenced a nation in fashion, social acceptance and freedom of expression!  Now a fellow Bainbridge Islander, Denise has found the extraordinary in something we might see as ordinary- mailboxes… and they are anything but!Cohosting on this episode are David A. Tobin, John Florencio and Fred Belda!Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailRachel recently completed the feature film, ‘Ingress’ which she wrote, directed and starred in.  Nominated for upward of 10 awards in international film festivals, it is slated for release in early 2024.Rachel is currently in production on the feature film ‘Inheritance’ as a writer, producer and lead actor. Filming October of 2023 on Bainbridge Island.Rachel’s message in this episode is clear- do what you love and remember the process is the magical place not the end result.  Say yes to what you love and bet on yourself!INGRESS at Bainbridge Cinemas:Friday March 1st - Thursday March 7thFriday showing at 7:00PM (**Bonus filmmaker talk back after the screening)Saturday and Sunday showings at 1:00PM and 7:00PMMon-Thurs showings at 3:30PM.https://www.farawayentertainment.com/movie/ingressOther INGRESS Screenings:www.emergencefilms.us/ingressFind Rachel on Instagram: @ranojay10@emergencefilms"Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"Iron Bacon" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailThis is it friends, the episode Stephanie has been talking about since last summer. Stephanie interviews her dear friend Kristina Love. They talk about her humble beginnings, what it takes to  survive being in the entertainment business and of course they deep dive into Kristina’s epic time playing Tina Turner from Germany to the West End. Hear the advice Tina gave Kristina about playing her and how Kristina handled being on stage as the icon when the world heard of her passing. You will smile, you might tear up and you will definitely be inspired! Kristina is a superstar with wisdom, faith in her destiny and a huge heart. This episode is not one to miss!"Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"Iron Bacon" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Stephanie updates everyone on why the long wait for a new episode. After Harold (her dad) suffered a heart attack, Stephanie covers what navigating through the new normal of real caretaking looks like. Advocacy, love, pain, humor and everything in between... This is the episode that gets real. Share your thoughts on it by writing us on Instagram and Facebook."Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"Iron Bacon" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailTodd played with the 76ers and the Nets and is also an amazing pinball wizard and collector. Yet that isn’t even the most amazing thing about him- the MOST amazing thing about Todd is his endearing and sweet personality and his genuine kindness and gift of the gab!Stephanie and her co hosts Matthew and Beau sit down with Todd to talk about everything from his time in the NBA, being on the Olympic team and of course becoming a pinball king! Todd shares about his love for team comradery and how it still is something he values today. They talk about his amazing journey winning 2 championship titles in the NBA with his team and of course his amazing pinball collection and being a pinball king! Also included: Todd’s love of slurpees and why a Canadian slurpee is simply better!"Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"Iron Bacon" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"We Wish you a Merry Christmas" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailMeet one of Stephanie’s new friends the extraordinary Beau Ross! He is a fellow Bainbridge Islander and marketing man but also has mastered the art of good conversation.  We deep dive into what marketing is, talk about how being a ‘natural helper’ made him who he is today, and have some good laughs too! We even challenged him to come up with an impromptu marketing campaign for a scrunchie!"Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"Iron Bacon" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"We Wish you a Merry Christmas" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailToday we are doing a super fun dive into husband to the show, Matthew Coates, his love of vinyl, and pop up shop Big Dawg Records on Bainbridge Island! It’s opening Black Friday through Xmas! How Matthew’s collection went from one Kiss album to over 20,000 albums! How pinball king and future guest retired NBA player Todd MacCulloch found a connection with Matthew’s love of vinyl with pinball!  Also a HUGE announcement: Stephanie is going on tour to Germany, and then doing a show on the island; ‘The Gift of Giving’ to raise money to feed children in the Philippines in cooperation with feed2succeed.  Find out about how Stephanie fell in love with this amazing organization and how we can all change lives through music and awareness. Guests include Big Dawg Records business partner Allison Poh, Stephanie’s sister’s sister in law Yuki Moxon and of course husband to the show Matthew Coates.  If you would like to donate to feed2succeed go here:http://www.feed2succeedfund.com/donateIf you would like to follow Big Dawg records go here: https://instagram.com/big_dawg_recordshttps://www.facebook.com/B1GDAWGRECORDS?mibextid=LQQJ4dVisit Bainbridge Island Vinyl Record Store BIG DAWG RECORDS here: https://www.bigdawgrecords.comPlease like, subscribe and write us!!!"Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIt’s a two episode release week! Second we have the extraordinary Heribert Klein of UNICEF Germany! Find out why Stephanie and artists from around the world come together every year to perform for UNICEF Germany (hint- it’s all about Heribert’s amazing vision!) He has raised millions of Euros over the past 40 years for children in need from around the world - and he is indeed extraordinary! This is a translated episode as Heribert speaks in German with fellow UNICEF artist Dennis LeGree as translator.Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn our 1st interview of the week the extraordinary, fellow UNICEF artist Mr. Ricardo Marinello! Ricardo was the winner from Germany’s Got Talent and then years later really hit his stride with fame by singing impromptu in restaurants and posting it on TikTok... His first video had 120 million views! Listen to his amazing story and as a special treat some snippets of the duet Stephanie sang with him in Austria!Here is a link to his viral pizza restaurant video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7rKlGwFiSoSupport the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailWELCOME TO SEASON 2! CITIZEN SISTER HAS BEEN VOTED THE BEST PODCAST IN THE CITY OF BAINBRIDGE ISLAND!!!We are kicking off season 2 with a bang! First and foremost, thank you to everyone who put Citizen Sister on the map! We are officially the winners of the best podcast on Bainbridge Island! Thank you to everyone who voted! We are thrilled to kick off our second season with a win and also with the celebration of Filipino American History Month with the amazing Fil-Am and piano virtuoso John Florencio!Listen to John’s incredible story from the Philippines to the States to Paris, his fun musical journey with Stephanie around the globe from San Francisco, China, Carnegie Hall, Malaysia, L.A. (to name just a few!) and finally their annual UNICEF shows!This interview was taped live from Filzmoos, Austria, where John and Stephanie were performing for UNICEF with many other artists that you will hear from in future episodes! Thank you again for tuning in, and thank you for making Citizen Sister the number one podcast on Bainbridge Island!!!Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Stephanie closes out season one, talks about what she learned from doing the podcast and what Citizen Sister is. Also announcement that our interview with Chad Kimball is now on YouTube! Our first one ever posted check it out!https://youtu.be/uWP59Yovb60Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailThe deep dive into Chad’s last Broadway show Come From Away and how inspiring and life changing it was and then the tweet… (yes that one) and how standing up for what you believe can be challenging, painful and humbling and can change your life.  One thing it will never change? A lifetime of friendship and the knowing of the heart and soul of the incredible, generous, funny, talented and loving soul - this is the extraordinary Chad Kimball.Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailThe backdrop of this awesome episode is love and friendship.  Stephanie and Chad have been the best of  friends for decades.  From teenagehood to adulthood listen to an epically entertaining and heartfelt deep dive into everything Chad Kimball.  How it all began, how faith, family and humor have been the pillars through many challenges in life and of course LOTS of giggles. We broke this episode down into 2 parts! Part 1 - The deep dive into all of Chad’s amazing accomplishments and what it was like to be nominated for a Tony for the role he created in Memphis, Huey Calhoun.  The inspiring and humbling act of having to walk away from it all and having to face addiction and recovery and the beautiful story of how he met his amazing wife Emily Swallow. (Also lots of laughs and inside jokes and side talk to fur babies who were in studio!) Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailAnd a lot of other thoughts and musings too! After a brief podcast hiatus Stephanie is back and introduces Deniz O'Rourke to the Citizen Sister family :) He is one of our new CS engineers and editors and an extraordinary artist as well. After a previously recorded episode was erased Stephanie and Deniz discuss how frustrating it was to lose and letting it go, technology, what it means or does not mean to be brave and vinyl. Deniz also answers our fire round questions we ask every guest. And at the end of this very spontaneous re-do episode Stephanie finally shares a SONG!!!Reverie - Claude DebussyLyrics and singer- Stephanie ReeseKeyboard- John FlorencioSupport the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailStephanie once again brings David Tobin onto the Citizen Sister airwaves to recap his very first trip to LA! They dive into shopping, food, culture, and spotting celebrities in this jubilant episode. BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Citizen Sister is a nominee for the best podcast on Bainbridge Island! Please help us win by voting for Citizen Sister with Stephanie Reese using this link!Register using your email. Click "Best of Bainbridge", then "Community", then "Local Podcast (new)" and vote! You can vote once a day until July 23rd! You don't need to be a Bainbridge Island resident to vote!We are grateful for all of your support! Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailTo celebrate Father's Day and honor the dads, uncles, and father figures we adore, we are re-visiting the episode where all three Reese sisters sit down with their dad, Harold! We hope you listen and think about the father figures in your life. Enjoy!Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Stephanie lets  us know why she has not released an episode for a while... the loss of her dear friend Eric Reed. From grief can come gratitude and appreciation! We will revel in the gifts Eric's spirit gave to those who crossed paths with him. To end, we will experience the truly extraordinary singing voice of Eric Reed.Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Stephanie Reese interviews the prolific writer and educator Oscar Peñaranda! They discuss Oscar's travels, the nuances Filipino American heritage, the values of teaching and connecting with youth, as well as the power of storytelling. Oscar closes with reading a moving book excerpt and poem!Learn More:"Seasons By The Bay" - Oscar PeñarandaOscar Peñaranda - Manilatown Heritage FoundationDon't forget to stay tuned in for more episodes of Citizen Sister! Find us:Website: Citizen SisterFacebookInstagramMusic Credits:"Sweet Red Wine" by Stephanie Reese, all rights reservedSupport the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailStephanie and Melissa Reese interview their brother-in-law, Gregg Omoto, a fintech analyst and exceptional brother-in-law, who is secretly a rapper. Listen to this hilarious and heartwarming episode to find the extraordinary in the ordinary.If you're enjoying the show, be sure to leave us a review -- it helps people find the show.Support the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Stephanie Reese and Matthew Coates interview Miss Philippines 1990, Preciosa Tongko-Frank. They discuss beauty pageants in the Philippines and Preciosa's daughter, figure skater Sofia Frank, who is on her way to represent the Philippines in the 2026 Olympics.To learn more:Preciosa's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/precioustongkofrank/?hl=enSofia Frank's Official Skating Website: https://sofiaiskates.com/Sofia Frank's GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/going-for-gold2022-winter-olympicsGary Valenciano: https://www.garyv.com/Inno Soto: https://www.philstar.com/lifestyle/sunday-life/2012/03/04/783249/inno-sotto-fashion-love-life-and-what-matters-mostMusic Credits:“Sweet Red Wine” by Stephanie Reese, all rights reservedSupport the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Stephanie Reese and David A. Tobin interview award-winning architect and husband-to-the-show, Matthew Coates, who is also one of the most preeminent Seattle Archtiects!  The three talk about Matthew's ReHome project, an innovative, environmentally-friendly,  affordable housing solution Matthew created on Bainbridge Island.More about Matthew Coates:The Rehome Project: https://rehomeproject.com/. The MUSE award: https://design.museaward.com/winner-info.php?id=14112Bainbridge Island Architect Coates Design:Find us:Citizen Sister's Website: http://citizensisterpodcast.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089910102256&sk=aboutInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/citizen.sister/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CitizenSister.PodcastMusic Credits:“Sweet Red Wine” by Stephanie Reese, all rights reservedSupport the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailAll three Reese sisters sit down with their dad, Harold. Don't forget to tune in next week for another episode of Citizen Sister! Find us:Citizen Sister's Website: http://citizensisterpodcast.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089910102256&sk=aboutInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/citizen.sister/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CitizenSister.PodcastMusic Credits:“Sweet Red Wine” by Stephanie Reese, all rights reservedSupport the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailAn energetic and fun deep dive into the heart and soul of one of Stephanie’s best friends and fellow performers.  This is the positive, sunny and Uber talented David A. Tobin.  They discuss the span of his career, his music, how his mother Alice made him who he is today, a little sample of his original music, what he is doing now and advice he has for some listeners who wrote in. Learn More:"True" - David A. Tobin: https://music.apple.com/nz/album/true-single/1621514405David A. Tobin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/david.a.tobin/?hl=enDon't forget to tune in next week for another episode of Citizen Sister! Find us:Citizen Sister's Website: http://citizensisterpodcast.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089910102256&sk=aboutInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/citizen.sister/Music Credits:“Sweet Red Wine” by Stephanie Reese, all rights reservedSupport the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailOn this episode Stephanie deep dives into what’s happening in her life right now —- parental care taking- it’s challenges, blessings and humor Special surprise pop in guest host David A. Tobin.  Hear the challenge they ask Citizen listeners to take :) Don't forget to tune in next week for another episode of Citizen Sister! Find us:Citizen Sister's Website: http://citizensisterpodcast.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089910102256&sk=aboutInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/citizen.sister/Music Credits:“Sweet Red Wine” by Stephanie Reese, all rights reservedSupport the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Citizen Sister, Stephanie and Melissa Reese sit down with famous Teppanyaki chef Michael Monzon.  Chef Mike and the sisters discuss the  growing from your past to become an artist, and of so much more. The show explores the theme of finding extraordinary in the ordinary and the ordinary in the extraordinary. Special guest Torrie Smith joins.Learn More:Chef Mike's Website: https://www.flyingknives.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flying_knives/?hl=enChef Mike's Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z51ZB2IM6bMDon't forget to tune in next week for another episode of Citizen Sister! Find us:Citizen Sister's Website: http://citizensisterpodcast.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089910102256&sk=aboutInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/citizen.sister/Music Credits:“Sweet Red Wine” by Stephanie Reese, all rights reservedSupport the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailStephanie and her special guest delve into the extraordinary world of restaurants, exploring the transformative experiences that take place when we dine out, and the artistry and attention to detail that go into crafting the perfect dining experience. From the ambiance and decor to the menu and service, they discuss the many ways in which restaurants offer us a chance to escape, connect, and indulge in the pleasures of the senses.  Listen for a special sneak peak of what’s ahead at the end of this episode!Don't forget to tune in next week for another episode of Citizen Sister! Find us:Citizen Sister's Website: http://citizensisterpodcast.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089910102256&sk=aboutInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/citizen.sister/Music Credits:"Sweet Red Wine" by Stephanie Reese"Little Girl" by Stephanie ReeseEditor: Maya DruSupport the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Citizen Sister, Stephanie Reese sits down with her sister Melissa Reese, the first female member of the iconic rock band Guns N' Roses. The sisters discuss their family, the pressure they've faced in their careers as singers and musicians, and the lessons they've learned along the way. The show explores the theme of finding extraordinary in the ordinary and the ordinary in the extraordinary.Learn More:Melissa Reese's Website: https://brainandmelissamusic.comWelcome to the Jungle: How Melissa Reese Broke the Guns N’ Roses Glass Ceiling: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/guns-n-roses-melissa-reese-interview-1003943/amp/"The Ordinary Greatness of Roger Bannister" by Malcolm Gladwell: https://www.newyorker.com/sports/postscript/the-ordinary-greatness-of-roger-bannisterDon't forget to tune in next week for another episode of Citizen Sister! Find us:Citizen Sister's Website: http://citizensisterpodcast.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089910102256&sk=aboutInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/citizen.sister/Music Credits:“Sweet Red Wine” by Stephanie Reese, all rights reserved“Sun Over Water” by Ketsa, used under a CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 licenseSupport the showFollow me FacebookFollow me on YoutubeFollow me on Instagram