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The Recluse Podcast
by Allen Orrante
The Recluse Podcast centers around long form interviews with people of various backgrounds who discuss their life experiences.
Episodes
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#051– Kathy Cameron from Shooters
Kathy Cameron is an author, model, and actress. She was born in Alabama, and attended university in Mississippi. She graduated with two degrees: one in computer science and the other in accounting. In this conversation, Kathy and Allen focus on the show Shooters and her role in it. They discuss…
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#050 – A Year in Review
In this episode, I shoot on some of the year's most memorable interviews and occurrences. This episode is more loose than the others, a freestyle, if you will. I thought about what I'd like to say during the week, and I ended up with only a few chicken scratches in front of me as I pressed…
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#049 – Ricky Roberts III
Ricky Roberts III is an author and public speaker from St. Pete, Florida. He is the author of eight books, "Thank You Skateboarding" being his most recent. In that book, Ricky writes about the lessons he's learned from skateboarding. Lessons in creativity, courage, and perseverance. In this...
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#048 – Joshua Jenkins
Joshua Jenkins, otherwise known as Kemo the Pianist and Black Beethoven, is a musician based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He attended West Chester University and has auditioned for Berklee College of Music. Joshua can be found performing on the streets of Philly in order to promote classical...
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#047 – Caitlin Rodriguez
Caitlin Rodriguez is a family law and estate planning lawyer based in Ventura, California. She graduated from California State University Channel Islands with a bachelor's degree in history, and she went on to study at Western School of Law in San Diego. In this conversation, Allen and Caitlin…
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#046 – Kathy Cameron
Kathy Cameron is an author, model, and actress. She was born in Alabama, and attended university in Mississippi*. She graduated with two degrees: one in computer science and the other in accounting. In this conversation, Allen and Kathy discuss the influence of having a professor for a father…
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#045 – Falcon
Falcon was born in Australia in 1983. He is an artist and lives in Southern California. He moved to the United States in 2004 with his band at the time, Day of Contempt. They had toured the US and were signed to Epitaph Records. Falcon played shows with bands like Atreyu, Bleeding Through…
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#044 – PizzaMan Dan
Dan is the founder of PizzaMan Dan's, a popular pizza chain in Ventura County. The company has served over 3 million meals since it's inception, and it's eighth restaurant will be open soon. Dan started as a pizza delivery driver while attending college in Rhode Island. He would eventually become...
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#043 – Bobby Do Right
Bobby Do Right is a photographer based in Ventura, California. He has produced a number of photo series that deal with the COVID pandemic, most notably his 'Peeping Bob Series.' In that series, naked subjects are photographed at their homes. The concepts and sets vary, though together, the photos...
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#042 –ARDI
Jason Ardissoni is a multi-instrumentalist from Ventura, California. He currently plays drums in a band called Goat Rhythm, and he is also the sole member of the one-man band ARDI. ARDI just released a music video for the single 'MIND MAZE' and is set to release a second single titled 'LET IT…
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#041 – Bryan Pedroza
Bryan Pedroza designs pins and apparel. He owns a face painting business, and has done makeup effects in short film. Bryan participates in notable vending markets, and he also organizes art pop-ups. In this conversation, Allen and Bryan discuss their favorite characters in anime, and the traits...
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#040 – Rob Harrold
Rob Harrold is a freelance photographer based in Portland, Oregon. His subjects include nature, architecture, and people. He has recently delved into photojournalism, and has documented some of what has transpired at the protests in Portland. In this conversation, Allen and Rob talk about his…
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#039 – Jordan Ward
Jordan Ward is a counselor and community organizer. His credentials include an associate's degree from Oxnard College, a bachelor's degree in psychology from Cal State Channel Islands, and a master's degree in education counseling from the University of La Verne*. Jordan recently organized a…
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#038 – Alexandria Suzanne
Alexandria Suzanne is the author of The Book of Questions: A Non-political Survival Journal to Guide You Through the Second Half of 2020. The Book of Questions starts with a foreword written by Alexandria’s grandmother. The book consists of reflective questions with space for the reader to answer...
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#037 – John Treur
John Treur is an artist and a filmmaker. He graduated from California State University Channel Islands, and he recently premiered his 40-minute film Good Twenty, starring Stephanie Grey and Art Roberts. In this conversation, Allen and John talk about the script writing process, the themes of his...
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#036 – Pastor Fernando Franco
Pastor Fernando Franco is the author of dis.con.tinued and to.be.continued. He was born in 1970, and by the age of 16, he knew he wanted to be pastor. He was licensed by the age of 28 and has since been preaching the gospel. In this conversation, Allen and Pastor Fernie discuss his experience…
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#035 – King Rem
King Rem is a musician, producer, emcee, and film composer in Brooklyn, New York. His works include Fly Technique Vol. 1 and Lightheaded with Mondo Slade, and film scores for Acquitted, Maximillian, and Project Die Happy. Rem was formerly the director of special projects at Harvard University Hip...
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#034 – The Social Hour: Dark Matter Collective
Dark Matter Collective is a community organization group that raises awareness and organizes community events. They raise awareness on the issues of today, issues related to black people and other people of color, issues that negatively affect various intersectional groups. In this conversation,...
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#033 – Myriam Wane
Myriam Wane is a college student who is pursuing a career in secondary education. She writes poetry and is active in the Black Lives Matter movement. She recently made the Cincinnati news for her role in organizing the recent protest at the University of Cincinnati. In this conversation, Myriam...
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#032 – Matthew Perez
Matthew Perez is a photographer in Ventura County who has worked with multiple non-profit, humanitarian organizations over the years. He has lived in Hawaii, Canada, and numerous countries in South East Asia. In this conversation, Matthew and Allen discuss his interest in photography and his role...
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#031 – Muzikman Edition
Muzikman Edition is a DJ from Brooklyn, New York. He was a Grammy nominee, and is a regular DJ on the SG1House radio station. He worked closely with Jay Smooth on the popular hip-hop radio show “The Underground Railroad,” and he streams live sets on Twitch regularly. In this conversation…
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#030 – Ventura Justice March (June 7, 2020)
On June 7, 2020, protestors rallied at the Ventura Government Center. After chanting and protesting there, the crowd took to the streets and marched down Victoria Avenue, crossing the bridge and back. A large portion of the crowd marched to Thille Park. A sermon was given there and a few…
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#029 – Dee Bridgett
Dee Bridgett is a health educator with the Department of Public Health in Los Angeles County. She earned a bachelor’s degree in health education with a minor in human sexuality studies from San Francisco State University. She went on to earn a master’s degree in public health from California…
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#028 – Oxnard Justice March (June 3, 2020)
At 5:00 p.m. on June 3, 2020, a justice rally took place at Plaza Park in Oxnard, California. Rally organizers addressed the crowd stating the purpose and expectations of the march. The speeches and testimony that were given focused on the killings perpetrated by the Oxnard Police Department.…
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#027 – J. Lynn
J. Lynn is an artist, musician, poet, and activist. She works with organizations such as Black American Political Association of California (BAPAC), the Community Advocacy Coalition (CAC), and Save the Art Culture (STAC). She organizes events such as the annual Harmony Art Walk in Oxnard and...
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#026 – Oxnard Justice March (May 30, 2020)
At 3:30 p.m. on May 30, 2020, a rally took place at Plaza Park in Oxnard, California. Rally organizers addressed the crowd stating the purpose and expectations of the march. We marched from Plaza Park to the front of the Oxnard Police Department chanting. Speeches and testimony were given there....
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#025 – Charlene Walters
Charlene Walters is an author, public speaker, mentor, and entrepreneur. She earned a BA from the University of Connecticut, an MBA from St. Thomas University, and a PhD from Northcentral University. In this conversation, we talk about criticism and forgiveness, her affinity for writing, and what...
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#024 – Barrie Rose
Barrie Rose is an actor, singer-songwriter, producer, and is the host of the Queer Empath podcast. Barrie Rose just released a music video for "The One You Always Call," as seen on YouTube. In this conversation, Allen and Barrie talk about the process of creating and the power of creative…
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#023 – Violet Vincente
In this conversation, Allen and Violet talk about her upbringing, the acceptance and love she has for her own body, the drama she finds herself in on Twitter from time to time, and her experience as a sex worker. Violet's content online could be regarded as sexual in nature; however, she agrees...
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#022 – Chula Chola, Million Dollar Baby
Chula Chola, the million dollar baby, is an 805 native. She is thoughtful and wise, honest and passionate. She was recently featured on the popular Instagram page, Foos Gone Wild, and has since received a lot of attention form that community. In this interview, Allen and Chula Chola talk about...
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#021 – CJ Reynolds
CJ Reynolds is a high school English teacher at an all-boys charter school in West Philadelphia, he is a public speaker, and the author of "Teach Your Class Off: The Real Rap Guide to Teaching," available on Amazon. In his book, Reynolds writes about cultivating classroom culture, his approach to...
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#020 – Josh Stamps
Josh Stamps plays guitar in Fist Fight on Ecstasy, and he runs the DIY record label, E-Tard Records. Josh has been in the punk scene since he was 12 years old. Though he currently resides in Los Angeles, his heart belongs to the 805. In this interview, Allen and Josh talk about the different eras...
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#019 – Robert Manigault
In this episode, Allen interviews Robert Manigault, the passionate producer. Robert produces, writes, arranges, and records music. He and Allen discuss the importance of bass in music, the insecurities that musicians sometimes face, the influences of Motown and the Corporation, and most...
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#018 – The Social Hour: Identity in an Ideal World
In this episode, Allen, Leo, and Sean discuss the elements that comprise identity, and they discuss the elements of an ideal society. This episode is conducted in a roundtable discussion format. Participants and topics may recur. Allen Orrante https://www.instagram.com/allenorrante/ Leo Moreno...
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#017 – Queen of Compost
Camila Guzman, @QueenofCompost, received a bachelor's degree in science and resource management from California State University Channel Islands. She composts, gardens, teaches yoga, surfs, and does work in the community. In this conversation, Camila and Allen talk about the path that has lead…
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#016 – Crash Barbosa
Crash Barbosa is a rapper, a lyricist, and a politically engaged individual. In this interview, Crash talks about politics, the meaning behind his song 'DRUNK,' and the things he fears in life. Social Media www.instagram.com/crashbarbosa
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#015 – Will Rusk
Will Rusk is an abstract artist from Ventura, California. He and Allen have known each other for nearly two decades, and in this conversation, the two of them delve into a variety of topics. They talk about art, Bukowski, Jackson Pollock, the experience of living in a place where you don't know...
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#014 – Two Grandmothers
In this episode, Allen has a phone conversation with each of his grandmothers. They talk about how to cook rice, how it feels to lose a brother, and they reflect on the past when Allen was a child.
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#013 – Luis Mendez
Luis Mendez was born on June 6, 1974. The sum of his possessions include a bicycle, a backpack, and the clothing on his body. If left unprompted, he would only talk about how he is God in the flesh. He claimed to be immortal, and claimed to urinate only oil and fire. I don’t know that there is...
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#012 – A. Martinez
A. Martinez is a Vietnam War veteran. He was 18 years old when he deployed. He served from March of 1972 to February of 1973. He was a radar man: he called in coordinates from a tower and those areas received hell fire from above. He and his team of 4 or so other men were utterly alone in…
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#011 – A Youthful Mind
In this episode, Allen talks with a couple local skaters who witnessed a substitute teacher lose his cool during a fifth period class. The substitute called the 7th grade class a**holes, m*****f***ers, and retarded. We've been told that the situation is resolved, and he is no longer employed with...
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#010 – Remembering Van Wastell
Van Wastell was a professional skateboarder. He was born on April 22, 1984, and passed away on September 5, 2008 while on tour in Germany. As a teenager, Van was discovered by Mark Gonzales, a pioneer street skater. Mark Gonzales and the Krooked company would go on to make Van pro – those...
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#009 – Girls on Board
Girls on Board is a Ventura-based skate group whose objective is to empower girls and women through skateboarding. This group organizes camping trips, vegetarian potlucks, beach clean-ups, and local skate sessions. This group can be found on instagram at @girls_onboard. In this interview, Allen...
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#008 – Jeanne-Marie Olmo
Jeanne-Marie Olmo was a physical therapist, a graduate student, the owner of a vineyard, and a world traveler. She is the daughter of the late Dr. Harold Paul Olmo who was a pioneer viticulturist and a much respected professor at UC Davis. He passed away at 96 years of age and believed he would…
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#007 – Omega Nova
Omega Nova is a rapper and lyricist from Oxnard, California. His latest album 'Crude Cosmos' was released on January 3rd, 2020, and is available for download on iTunes and other platforms. In this conversation, Allen and Marcus (Omega Nova) talk about Marcus's education, his love for movies and...
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#006 – Joshua Zacarias
Joshua Zacarias is a musician, a photographer, and a collage artist. In this episode, Allen and Josh discuss his origins and his creative life. Included in this episode are two musical ideas that were recorded prior to the interview: one written by Josh and the other written by Allen. The...
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#005 – The Great Devotion, A Record Review
In this episode, Allen reviews his Wallflower Pioneer record, The Great Devotion. He talks about some of the music itself, when it was written or recorded, and how some of the ideas might resurface in the future in a visual album. All WALLFLOWER PIONEER music is available on Apple Music, iTunes,...
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#004 – Jim Bates
Jim Bates is a skateboarder, an author-illustrator of two children's books, as well as the founder of Dragon Griptape. He was an accomplished professional skateboarder in the early 2000's, and is still a beloved staple of the local skate community today. Instagram @jimbates4 @dragon_griptape...
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#003 – Doris Jean Adams
Doris Jean Adams was born on July 29, 1925 in Ontario, Canada. She married a man named Bing Adams in her early 20s, and they remained married until his death in 2006. They had three children, seven grandchildren, and one great-grandchild together. Doris resides in Nanaimo, Canada in the province…
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#002 – Jeff DeChesare
Jeff DeChesare is a skateboarder from New Jersey who is renowned for his trick selection. He is sponsored by DVS Shoes, Grizzly Griptape, Krux Trucks, and Ricta Wheels. His Grizzly Griptape "Wait For It" part and his Krux Trucks "Camera Shy" part can both be found on YouTube. Social Media...
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The Recluse Podcast is created and hosted by Allen Orrante.
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