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The RuggedAngel Cast
by Kahmeela Adams
Hi! I'm Kahmeela, the host and producer of The RuggedAngel Cast. On this podcast, I choose women who I find inspiring, to talk to about their life, passion and anything else that pops up.
Episodes
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No. 075: Heather Conroy - Unpacking Autism: Advocacy, Awareness, and Artistic Journeys
Original Air Date: Jun 3, 2017 “Teaching the skills necessary to live in this world that doesn’t adapt to an autistic person, while also teaching them it’s ok to just be you.” - Heather Conroy Social Worker, Autism Specialist, Karaoke Enthusiast In this episode, host Kahmeela welcomes autism...
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No. 134: Gabrielle Walsh - Unveiling Authenticity Through Art and Advocacy
"I want my daughter to know that she can also pursue herdreams." - Gabrielle Walsh (Actress, Mental Health Advocate, Authentic Spirit) This week on The RuggedAngel Cast, I am excited to welcome actress Gabrielle Walsh, known for her roles in The Vampire Diaries, Paranormal Activity: The Marked...
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No. 055 RE-RELEASE: Marta Mazzoni - Embracing Adventure and Authenticity
Original Air Date: Aug 3, 2016 "I've always just been me." - Marta Mazzoni Podcast Queen, Theater Nerd, Michael McDonald Fan This week on The RuggedAngel Cast, I am thrilled to welcome Marta Mazzoni, the creative force behind the popular podcast, Marta on the Move. Marta shares her journey from…
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No. 054 RE-RELEASE: Kate Hansen - Crafting Art from Chaos and Collaboration
Original Air Date: Aug 3, 2016 "I wanna feel extreme, in some way." - Kate Hansen (Machinima Artist, Consumer of Vaporwave, Snarky Country Gal) This week on The RuggedAngel Cast, I chat with the fascinating Kate Hansen, a multidisciplinary artist with a penchant for the eclectic and unusual. We...
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No. 133: Sarah Raughley - Black Heroines and Historical Reckoning
This week, I am thrilled to welcome Sarah Raughley, a talented author whose journey from fan fiction to published novels is nothing short of inspiring. Sarah joins me to discuss her path as a writer, the influences that have shaped her storytelling, and the powerful themes in her upcoming book,...
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No. 132: Tetona Jackson - From Ice Royalty to Sitcom Star
This week on The RuggedAngel Cast, I have the pleasure of chatting with Tetona Jackson, a rising star in the entertainment industry and one of the leads in the new CBS sitcom "Poppa's House." Co-starring alongside comedy icons Damon Wayans and his son Damon Wayans Jr., as well as the talented...
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No. 131: Maggie Lynn Negrete - Finding Rhythm in Motherhood
This week on The RuggedAngel Cast, I reconnect with Maggie Lynn Negrete, a talented illustrator and member of the #notwhite Collective. We explore the profound impact of motherhood on her artistic journey and the constant quest for balance. Maggie shares her return to music as a source of joy for...
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No. 130: Sara Tang - From Alienation to Artistic Affirmation
This week on The RuggedAngel Cast, I sit down with multidisciplinary artist and cultural worker Sara Tang, a proud member of the #notwhite collective. We delve into Sara's journey of self-discovery and her efforts to promote racial equity in the arts. Through her unique artistic process, which...
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No. 129: Dr. Amber Epps - Humanizing Through Art and The #notwhite collective
This week on The RuggedAngel Cast, I welcome back Dr. Amber Epps, a dynamic artist and member of the #notwhite Collective. Amber returns to discuss her latest projects, including her newly published book, "Mushroom Logic, Volume One: Doves Can't Cry," and her artistic collaborations with her...
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No. 128: Dr. Augusta Palmer - Preserving the Blues
This week on I welcome filmmaker Dr. Augusta Palmer, fresh off her film festival circuit with her new documentary, "The Blues Society." The film delves into the history of the Memphis Country Music Festival and the vibrant community that brought it to life. Dr. Palmer shares her journey in making...
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No. 127: Jordyn McIntosh - From Preschool to Primetime
This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jordyn McIntosh, the youngest guest ever to grace the podcast. At just ten years old, Jordyn has already made a name for herself in Hollywood, starring alongside Will Smith in "Emancipation" and playing a young Sasha Obama in Showtime's "The First...
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No. 126: Carolina Loyola Garcia: Stories Through the Lens
The RuggedAngel Cast is back with brand new episodes! I sit down with Carolina Loyola-Garcia, a multidisciplinary artist whose passion for capturing stories through photography, filmmaking, and flamenco dance has led her to create impactful documentaries. We delve into the significance of the...
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No. 124 Tara Fey
Conceptual Artist and Arts Curator Tara Fey, has made a career telling stories the way she wants them to be told. Join us as we discuss the difficulties and triumphs Black artists experience, navigating through the white gaze. And Tara NOW has a website! https://www.tarafaycoleman.com/...
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No. 123: Tatiana King
The extroverted, introvert For All Nerds co-host gives us her story of “being the weird kid” to becoming the self-proclaimed Duchess of Tech. We also discuss the importance of feeding your passion and extending that invite to join the table. www.patreon.com/ForAllNerds https://linktr.ee/tatianaking
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No. 122: Sade Sellers
Sade Sellers is a podcast host/producer (Afro Horror) and Horror/Drama writer. She tells a great story about that time she set up an elaborate ruse in order not to attend film school.
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No. 121: Sarika Goulatia
Sarika Goulatia is a visual artist best known for her large-scale sensory sculptures and installations. Goulatia’s work is diverse in theme, material, process, and approach, and so is her life. I talk with Sarika about her work process, feelings of belonging and not belonging in two worlds, and...
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No. 119: Missi Hasting
Missi Hasting is one-half of the band Mojo Holler. After years of working in a field that wasn't exactly feeding her creative needs, she pulled the plug to start all over.
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No. 118: Karen Maloney
Karen Maloney is a women’s INSIDE OUT Coach, Soul Awakener, and Energy Practitioner. The podcast host (Curiosity and Consciousness Podcast) joins me to talk about her mission to help women ‘reprogram’ themselves by revolutionizing their internal world and learning to "walk the talk".
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No. 117: Fran Flaherty
Deaf artist Fran Flaherty and I have a talk about The Not White Collective, Anthropology of Motherhood, and breast milk art. www.anthropologyofmotherhood.com/fran-flaherty
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No. 116: LaVerne Baker Hotep
Numbers are everywhere. And if we study and pay attention to them, it’s quite possible they can help steer us onto the path we need to be in life. LaVerne Baker Hotep just so happens to be able to educate you on that matter.
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No. 115: Jessica Gaynelle Moss
Jul 1, 2020 Jessica Gaynelle Moss is a recognized leader and an arts producer with over a decade of professional experience. In this episode, we specifically talk about her most recent projects, The Roll Up and Sibyl's Shrine. www.jesseplane.com
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No. 114: Zena Dixon
Jun 25, 2020 If you are a fan of horror films, this will be a fun listen! Zena Dixon aka The Real Queen of Horror joins me to talk about DIY filmmaking, blogging and all things horror.
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No. 113: Keili Lefkovitz
Jun 13, 2020 You may know actress Keili Lefkovitz from the movies Pain and Gain or Malibu's Most Wanted. But soon, you will get to know her for so much more, because she refuses to stand by and wait for opportunities to come to her.
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No. 112: Felicia Savage Friedman
May 21, 2020 For over 30 years, Felicia has continued to joyfully practice Raja Yoga, which encompasses all aspects of her life: behavioral restraints, behavioral observances, movement, breathing techniques, sensory withdrawal, concentration, meditation, and self-realization through an intimate...
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No. 111: Lauren Goshinski
Original Air Date: Jun 9, 2019 "Recognized as one of The Top Women Making Noise, Lauren Goshinski is a curator and event producer who works at the intersection of music, performance, digital art and the moving image". Lauren stops by to break all of this down as she describes carving out her own...
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No. 110: Heather Manning - Embracing Wholeness: Yoga and the Art of Self-Discovery
Original Air Date: Apr 14, 2019 I am delighted to introduce Heather Manning, a writer and yoga practitioner whose journey is both inspiring and transformative. Heather shares her path from a childhood in rural Pennsylvania, marked by both freedom and challenges, to her current life as a yoga...
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 109: Maya Henry
Original Air Date: Feb 7, 2019 Maya Henry joins me to talk about kicking fear in the teeth, finally making those life changes and why meal prep is so friggin daunting.
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No. 108: Karyn Parsons - Elevating Untold Black Stories for Future Generations
Original Air Date: January 1, 2019 "This is American history." - Karyn Parsons Founder ofSweet BlackBerry, Actress, Advocate for African American History This week on The RuggedAngel Cast, I'm excited to celebrate the New Year with the incredible Karyn Parsons, best known for her role as Hilary...
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 107: DeAnna Adams
Original Air Date: Dec 26, 2018 This woman has been my teacher, cheerleader, mentor, caregiver, and most of all my friend. It's time for you all to learn who my mom is. Please give a listen as we get a just a peek into her life and accomplishments.
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 106: Joy Sato
Original Air Date: Nov 1, 2018 Listen to the story of how a scrappy "Steeltown girl" turned herself into the Pittsburgh Maven of the Arts. Joy Sato joins me to talk about being one of the first of very few black arts administrators in Pittsburgh, her life at Motown, and doing the will of God.
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 105: Ashley Bianca Corts
Original Air Date: Oct 8, 2018 Co-owner of Black Forge Coffee, Ashley Bianca Corts, opens up about holistic healing, fighting back against sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace and the business of starting a business.
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 104: Mary Ann McBride
Original Air Date: Sep 18, 2018 Mary Ann McBride came in to the studio to discuss her career in film and being a doula. But midway through our conversation, I found out that she has been a surrogate, more than once, so I had to ask all of the questions that I have ever wanted to ask a woman who...
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 103: Denise Edwards
Original Air Date: Aug 29, 2018 Founder and VP of the Lincoln Lemington Neighborhood Revitalization Group came by to talk about her life of growing up "ghetto rich", improv acting, building community, revitalizing neighborhoods and so much more.
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 102: Jatolloa Davis
Original Air Date: Aug 9, 2018 Jatolloa Davis is a midwife is here to talk all about catching babies and what it's like to be a part of such a spiritual and intimate moment in a family's life.
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No. 101: Jill Sobule - From 90s Anthems to One-Woman Shows
Original Air Date: August 1, 2018 "You gotta keep moving or die." - Jill Sobule, Singer-Songwriter, 90s Icon, Storyteller This week on The RuggedAngel Cast, I have the pleasure of chatting with the talented Jill Sobule, known for her iconic 90s hits like "I Kissed a Girl" and "Supermodel." Jill...
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 100: Kahmeela Adams
Original Air Date: Jul 19, 2018 It's my 100th episode! My husband thought a great way to celebrate would be for me to be interviewed on my own show. In this episode, I unveil my creative processes, awkward teen years and love for the people in my life. Ok...here we go!
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 099: Molly Rice
Original Air Date: Jun 17, 2018 Playwright/Songwriter/Experience Designer, Molly Rice and I discuss some female serial killers because Molly has written and produced a show called Angelmakers: Songs for Female Serial Killers.
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 098: Christine Bethea
Original Air Date: Jun 5, 2018 Artist Christine Bethea has been through some dark times, but has managed to come out on the other end with grace, joy and faith. Listen as she tells her story of finding strength.
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 097: Linsey McDaniel
Original Air Date: May 22, 2018 It's not always easy to admit to yourself that you aren't fully following your passions. Linsey McDaniel is on a journey of self discovery. And that journey has led her to starting her own business. Linsey joins me chop it up about taking the leap, African dance,...
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 096: Merecedes Howze
Original Air Date: May 9, 2018 The Movie Scene Queen joins me to discuss film and finding time to following your passion as you hold down a family.
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 095: Jenn Saffron
Original Air Date: May 2, 2018 Jenn Saffron, PR/Marketing Guru and owner of Sprezzatura Catering takes a moment to sit down with me to talk about her life, the importance of community, and her love for feeding people.
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 094: Jameelah Lewis
Original Air Date: Apr 18, 2018 Listen to this super episode with Jameelah Lewis aka The Wine Lady of Fruit of the Vine. Walk away with tips on loving yourself, being kind to your wine and get "Wine Woke".
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 093: Nina Barbuto
Original Air Date: Apr 11, 2018 This week I got to chat with the "DIY Maker Maven" and the Director and Founder of Assemble, Nina Barbuto. Nina has a passion for art, new media, social learning, architecture, film, urban acupuncture, and would like to use the word "rainbow" to describe herself.…
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 092: Kristine Irwin
Original Air Date: Apr 2, 2018 This week’s guest is Kristine Irwin. An extremely brave woman who survived a sexual assault and has chosen to use what happened to her to help give a voice to other survivors. Please check out her non-profit, Voices of Hope, as well as her book of the same name…
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 091: Tereneh Idia LIVE at the Sunstar Festival
Original Air Date: Mar 23, 2018 The Kelly Strayhorn Theater in Pittsburgh, was so kind as to include The RuggedAngel Cast in the Sunstar Festival line up. Internationally based fashion designer, Tereneh Idia joins me to talk about sustainable fashion and her experiences gaining trust and...
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 090: Lindsey Scherloum
Original Air Date: Mar 13, 2018 This week’s guest is multi disciplinary artist, Lindsey Scherloum. Lindsey is currently and Artist in Residence with the Office of Public Art, working with the United Somali bantu Group of Pittsburgh. We have a great conversation about self discovery that involves...
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 089: Hiding Out with Tina Alexis Allen
Original Air Date: Feb 17, 2018 You may know Tina Alexis Allen as Shurn from the wildly popular TV show Outsiders. Now, get to know her as an author. Her new memoir, HIDING OUT: A Memoir of Drugs,Deception, and Double Lives, is wilder than fiction. Settle in for Tina’s truth.
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 088: Renee Piechocki
Original Air Date: Jan 22, 2018 If you are in the public art game, more than likely you know Renee Piechocki. For the past 13 years, Renee has been the founding Director of the Office of Public Art here in Pittsburgh. She has recently decided to hand the crown over to Sallyann Kluz and spend her...
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 087: Celeste Smith
Original Air Date: Dec 13, 2017 I got to know President and CEO of 1Hood Media, Celeste Smith. This strong and beautiful soul talked about reclaiming her time, finding her footing in a new city, and setting a good example.
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The RuggedAngel Cast No. 085: Richena Brockinson
Original Air Date: Nov 22, 2017 Photographer and Owner of Lioness Photography, Richena Brockinson joined me to talk about her career. Whether she is giving thanks to those who have helped her on her creative path or explaining what keeps her going as a teaching artist, it becomes apparent, that...
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Hi! I'm Kahmeela, the host and producer of The RuggedAngel Cast. On this podcast, I choose women who I find inspiring, to talk to about their life, passion and anything else that pops up.
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The RuggedAngel Cast is created and hosted by Kahmeela Adams.
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