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The Townies Podcast
by Kim Maxwell Studio's The Townies Podcast
The Townies Podcast presents live, original stories and a glimpse into the creative lives of the real people who wrote them.For over 25 years, acting, writing and storytelling coach Kim Maxwell has been helping her Ventura County based students to 'find their voices,' the end result being a wildly diverse set of amazing, inspiring, hilarious, heartbreaking stories. Welcome to the neighborhood.
Episodes
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The Townies Ep. 210: Lily & Cassandra
It's the Season 2 finale of The Townies Podcast and this one's all about resiliency: picking ourselves back up when we fall down. Featuring stories by Lily Brown and Cassandra C. Jones with music by Rain Perry and call-ins from Arley Sakai, Eric St. James-Lopez and Marian Lopez St. James. Episode...
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The Townies Ep. 209: Doug & Kelly
From the family we're born with to the family we choose, family is a mighty complicated thing. Tackling the subject with humor and grace on The Townies Podcast this week is Doug Green, Kelly del Manzano, Ken Eros and April Theriault. Episode 209 Features: Little Boy Dog: A Lullaby written &...
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The Townies Ep. 208: Sarahi & Theodora
This week on the Townies, it's all about hope for the future, featuring two amazing stories by Sarahi Noyola and Theodora Holt, a poem by Jesús Noyola and music by Jade Hendrix. The material in this episode tackles difficult subjects such as prejudice, racism, colorism and more... but in the end…
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The Townies Ep. 207: Sarah & Lacy
In this episode of The Townies, storytellers Sarah Hartigan and Lacy Shifflette present their hilarious pieces about dating. But as usual, there's more to the story. With music by the fabulous Julie Christensen and an introduction by the delightful Fabio Lauretta, this episode will make you laugh...
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The Townies Ep. 206: Nora & Trudy
The Townies tackle anxiety this week with two amazing storytellers who consider themselves experts in the field: the hilarious Nora Crawford and Trudy Frohlich. These two deeply talented Townies are joined by the equally incredible Amanda Lezra and Kelley O'Mara (who give us a glimpse into the...
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The Townies Ep. 205: Katie & Doug K
On the podcast this week are two storytellers that you may recognize from last season plus a musical guest brand new to The Townies: Katie Newbaum (formerly Katie Newcomer), Doug Knott and Towse! Tackling subjects from the infamous "wall" of self-doubt and grief to "adulting" and change, The...
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The Townies Ep. 204: Megan
This week on The Townies Podcast, it's two stories from one incredible storyteller: Megan Bergkvist. On a long list of Megan's wonderful storytelling abilities is her aptitude for turning wildly difficult situations into comedic ones and these stories are no exceptions. She is one of Kim's…
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The Townies Ep. 203: Lisa & Emilio
This week we're honored to feature stories and interviews from the immensely talented Lisa Williams and Emilio Uribe, music from the wonderful Twin Trip (Felix Penny) and a Townie Tidbit from the amazing Sarah Hartigan. Welcome back to The Townies Podcast where we present live, original stories…
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The Townies Ep. 202: Ren & Noah
In this episode, we feature some magnificent stories and music written and performed by outstanding members of the LGBTQIAA+ community: Ren D'Angelo, Doug Green, Noah Lashly and Emy Reynolds. The Townies loudly and proudly support the members of the LGBTQIAA+ community featured on this episode…
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The Townies Ep. 201: Quinne & Leslie
Townies! We are so thrilled to be back with another season of The Townies Podcast, where we present original stories and now, in Season 2, a glimpse into the creative lives of the real people who wrote them. Episode 201 Features: Smart Phone written & performed by Jim Lashly Mrs. Oleson's…
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The Townies Ep. 200: Townies Return Feb. 23
Townies! We're back! Well... almost. Season 2 launches Saturday, February 23rd and we can’t wait for you to hear what we’ve been working on. The Townies Podcast presents live original stories and now, in Season 2, a glimpse into the creative lives of the real people who wrote them. Come celebrate...
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The Townies Ep. 33: The Big "What's Next"
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast and Episode 33, our very special season finale. As we say goodbye to Season 1 and embark on the “Big What's Next” for Season 2, first and foremost we just want to say thank you all for making this first year and a half even better than we could have possibly...
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The Townies Ep. 32: Decisions, Decisions
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: A homegrown-kind of storytelling podcast featuring the incredible joys and woes of your friends and neighbors. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): The Vessel written & performed by Judy Fisk Lucas Quien Soy written & performed by Arturo…
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The Townies Ep. 31: No Place Like Home
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: A homegrown-kind of storytelling podcast featuring the incredible joys and woes of your friends and neighbors. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): “Nell Smith Surf Report" tidbit written & performed by Sarah Hartigan Dede written & performed by Jem...
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The Townies Ep. 30: ConGRADulations
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: A homegrown-kind of storytelling podcast featuring the incredible joys and woes of your friends and neighbors. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): “ConGRADulations" tidbit performed by Peter Bellwood, written by Lily Brown Saying Hello written &...
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The Townies Ep. 29: We've Got Problems, Pt. 2
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: A homegrown-kind of storytelling podcast featuring the incredible joys and woes of your friends and neighbors. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): “OjA?" tidbit written & performed by Sarah Hartigan A Torch Song For Marla written & performed by…
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The Townies Ep. 28: Keep Calm & Try Not To Look Nauseous
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: A homegrown-kind of storytelling podcast featuring the incredible joys and woes of your friends and neighbors. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): “Gophers" tidbit written & performed by Jim Lashly Sufferin' Succotash written & performed by Doug...
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The Townies Ep. 27: Front Row Lady
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. This Episode Features: Bunker Hill to Bird Lady written and performed by Kathleen Hellwitz Musical Interlude: Sweet Reality by Alan Thornhill Approval written &...
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The Townies Ep. 26: To Thine Own Self Be Kind
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): “Persimmon Season" tidbit written & performed by Sarah Hartigan Papa’s Got A Brand New Bag written & performed by…
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The Townies Ep. 25: Modern Folktales
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): “Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down" tidbit performed by Lily Brown, written by contributors to the Ojai Valley News Christmas…
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The Townies Ep. 24: Nerds Pt. 2
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): “Person A" tidbit written & performed by Sarah Hartigan 99 written & performed by Georgia Schreiner That Guy written…
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The Townies Ep. 23: Oh, The Places We've Gone
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): “Reading The Dust" tidbit written & performed by Dennis Rice Eternally Broken Heart written & performed by Jeanette...
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The Townies Ep. 22: Thomas
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast, a storytelling podcast featuring the incredible joys and woes of your friends and neighbors. I was in class on Monday, December 4th when we all got news of a small brush fire near Saint Thomas Aquinas College, only 11 miles from our class and my studio. There...
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The Townies Ep. 21: Cool As A Cucumber
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): “The Free Section" tidbit written & performed by Sarah Hartigan Kiddy Pool written & performed by Angelina Martin...
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The Townies Ep. 20: I Am From
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): “Stupid Book Club Pt. III" tidbit written & performed by JB White Splenectomy written & performed by Amanda Lezra The...
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The Townies Ep. 19: All You Need Is...
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): “Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down" Tidbit performed by Lily Brown Love written & performed by Robert MacNeal What We're After...
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The Townies Ep. 18: Just Out In Jax
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. This Episode Features: Just Out In Jax Parts 1 & 2 written and performed by Doug Green Musical Interlude: Believe by Sarah Hawley In this special episode, Townie…
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The Townies Ep. 17: Breakfast of Champions
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): “Prospect" Tidbit performed by Sarah Hartigan Delicious Easy Recipes written & performed by Stella Slaughter Theodor...
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The Townies Ep. 16: Dearly Departed
Welcome to a very special episode of The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. This week's Townie Tidbit, titled Miss Upchurch, was written by an amazing Ojai Townie, John Slade, and performed by another amazing Ojai…
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The Townies Ep. 15: Give A Little Love
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): “Courage" Tidbit performed by Sarah Hartigan Boss of Me written & performed by Quinne Venokur Circle of Life written…
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The Townies Ep. 14: Nerds
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down Pt. 2 Tidbit written & performed by Townie Lily Brown Illuminati Confirmed written & performed...
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The Townies Ep. 13: Growing Pains
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): “Stupid Book Club 2" Tidbit written & performed by Townie JB White The New Wave written & performed by Doug Green...
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The Townies Ep. 12: Regrettably Yours
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): “The 4th of July" Tidbit written & performed by Townie Jim Lashly DDS written & performed by Noah Lashly Don't Bug Me...
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The Townies Ep. 11: I Hate It When You Come Home Pt. 2
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. This Special Father’s Day Episode Features (in order of appearance): “The Disaster Brigade" Tidbit written & performed by Townie Dad Jim Lashly Daughter’s Father...
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The Townies Ep. 10: Love, Am I Right?
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. "P23 & P30" Tidbit written & performed by Townie Sarah Hartigan This Episode Features (in order of appearance): Lightning Strikes Thrice written & performed by Asa...
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The Townies Ep. 09: Kids These Days
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. "Ojai Oracle" Interview with Ava Hawkins conducted by Ken Eros This Episode Features (in order of appearance): Hating A Misogynist written & performed by Seamus...
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The Townies Ep. 08: The Agency of Women
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. O-High Tidbit read by Townie, Elaine Nelson This Special Hour-Long Episode Features (in order of appearance): The Agency of Women by Emma Bailey Intellectual...
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The Townies Ep. 07: I Hate It When You Come Home, Pt. 1
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): Bedtime Story by Leslie Paxton Oh Mamma by Chloe Snyder Dear Doris by Katie Newcomer Musical Interlude by Green Man...
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The Townies Ep. 06: We're Only Human
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. "Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down" Townie Tidbit performed by Lily Brown Episode Six Features (in order of appearance): Horizontal Mambo by Trudy Frohlich Sh*t Happens by…
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The Townies Ep. 05: Our Little Pleasures
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. Introduction read by Townie, JB White Episode Five Features (in order of appearance): The Whole Arbolada by Megan Bergkvist Psalm of the High Jumper by John Dobroth...
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The Townies Ep. 04: Quite A Character
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. Introduction read by Townie, Peter Bellwood Episode Four Features (in order of appearance): Vons by Tara Jeffrey Cinderella by Kayla Geronimo Morbidly Optimistic by...
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The Townies Ep. 03: A Long Way From Home
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. Introduction read by Townie, Lavonne Theriault Episode Three Features (in order of appearance): Lucky Strikes by Anabel Roca-Lezra Comfort Food by Noah Lashly No…
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The Townies Ep. 02: We've Got Problems
Welcome back to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. Intro features Townie, Carl Greenfield! Episode Two Features (in order of appearance): Wasted by Rain Perry Why You Don't Want To Be With Me by Katie Newcomer…
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The Townies Ep. 01: This Life Of Ours
Welcome to The Townies Podcast: Something like a mix between The Moth and Prairie Home Companion... if Lake Wobegon were real. This Episode Features (in order of appearance): But Never Doubt I Love by Richard Rennix The Fifth by Morgan Flannery Drought by Lily Brown Letter by Saul Gordillo II Man...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Townies Podcast presents live, original stories and a glimpse into the creative lives of the real people who wrote them.For over 25 years, acting, writing and storytelling coach Kim Maxwell has been helping her Ventura County based students to 'find their voices,' the end result being a wildly diverse set of amazing, inspiring, hilarious, heartbreaking stories. Welcome to the neighborhood.
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The Townies Podcast presents live, original stories and a glimpse into the creative lives of the real people who wrote them.For over 25 years, acting, writing and storytelling coach Kim Maxwell has been helping her Ventura County based students to 'find their voices,' the end result being a wildly...
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