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Way Off the Record
by Scott Ambrosino
Way Off the Record The theme of the pod is "stories from the under-reported masses" such as that amazing server that managed to handle the front of the bar AND the rowdy comedy audience in the back. The people behind the scenes of TV, film. The lives of inde musicians, etc. Not entertainment-themed, necessarily.WOTR seeks to give a voice to folks we don't normally hear about, and directly from them.
Episodes
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Jane Monheit
I have always been a fan of Jane Monheit, from the first time I saw her sing at the (now defunct) legendary NYC cabaret Eighty-Eights. Jane and I delve into her decades-long career; from a 17-year-old student to what she has accomplished to this day. Please have a listen. Please also...
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Dirty Martini, 2.0 !!
We check in with our friend, the amazingly talented (and sweet as can be) Dirty Martini. We discuss so many things that have changed in the past year, including how Covid has hit the entertainment community so hard. We also have fun discussing Gary Beeber’s amazing film “Dirty Martini and the New...
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Rachel Green 2.0
As usual, with the hilarious Rachel Green, there are no topics off-limits. ON THE DOCKET: Rachel's career, Covid, oat milk, "sounding" at the Eagle gift shop (Google it, guurl, I can't hold your hand), and all the things. Special thanks to @MelanieVesey for here amazing @TikTok video.
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Allison Gill (AG)
We sit down with Allison Gill, aka, AG, creator of Mueller, She Wrote and the Daily Beans podcasts. Allison is a former high-ranking government employee, a PhD in Health administration, a writer, and a stand-up comic. She’s also a Webby-award winner that continues to have a powerful voice in...
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Cousin Brittany
I sit down w dear cousin, Brittany as we learn of her harrowing journey, and ultimate triumph, w Lyme disease. As with everything w her, it's that beautiful light and spirit that pulls her through. There's a ton of useful info, including links in the show notes. Please subscribe here and to our...
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Antonio Biaggi
We talk all about the porn industry, open relationships, running for local office and teaching flamenco to small kids, among other things. Also discussed is how all of this is affected by coronavirus. Antonio was so open and lovely and very patient because our feed froze twice, what a champ!…
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Olympia (Dukakis) the documentary
To learn more about the film and to view the trailer: https://www.olympiathefilm.com/trailer Facebook live-stream. 9 July, 2020 www.facebook.com/olympiathefilm Check your city for the virtual cinema/theatrical release on 10 July, 2020 https://www.olympiathefilm.com Learn more on social media: IG,...
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Constance Cooks
Constance has a BA, MA, and PhD and an offer to teach Feminist Art at the University of Saskatchewan at Regina. But she has a cooking problem. Rather than move to the Great White North to find stability (and universal healthcare), she slings cocktails and dreams of hosting a cooking show from her...
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Shana Tucker
Shana and I talk about our decades-long friendship and artistic collaborations, photo shoots, PR and album cover design for SHiNE 1.0 (and 2.0), etc. A big part of that relationship, early on, included hue, the trio she formed with Maritri/piano & guitar + Lisa/viola, and how that helped to…
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Maria
Maria and I have been friends forever. She is an amazing human, and she shares with us some calming coping strategies for this difficult time. Links for Babbling Brook https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64eIdY9GQN4&list=RD64eIdY9GQN4&index=2 Sara Auster, Sound Bath specialist https://saraauster.com/...
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Carolyn
I speak with my dear friend, Carolyn, about everything that's going on. We talk about strategies to get through this difficult time as we look to what's next. This is the first of a long-running series of episodes that we hope will give our listeners some comfort and ways to cope. Know that you…
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Maritri 2.0
NOTE: This is a bridge episode before we launch our “Corona Check In” series. In this episode, we speak again with Maritri, our dear friend and consummate musician. We talk all about how life has changed for her and our friends and family. Maritri, like so many other “gig economy” musicians, is...
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Rachel Green ( the real one )
We talk with actor, comic, stand-up, violinist Rachel Green about being a sex/body-positive woman in 2020 NYC. Slut energy/the ethical slut, body positivity, misogyny et al. are discussed, and how that impacts Rachel's life and career. The theme of this episode, and indeed this podcast is: "Love...
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BrianAlex
BrianAlex Mindlin is a singer-songwriter turned global brand strategist, turned singer-songwriter. (He also happens to be a former boss of mine!) A Bennington College-educated pianist and guitarist, his songs highlight an attention to metaphor, emotion, and instrumental technique. Brian makes his...
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Miss.Dirty.Martini
Dirty is a legend in the NY nightlife scene and internationally renowned in the neo-burlesque movement. We talk about body positivity, The Lure, Girlina, Lypsinka, and Amanda Lepore's pasty advice. Dirty also talks about touring with Dita Von Teese, her film appearances in the documentary…
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Dr. Mary
Dr. Mary Mansfield is a cool, funny and fascinating guest. She went from the Navy, to hospital administration, and then went to veterinary school. We talk all about this, our mutual love of I Dream of Jeannie and more. Enjoy!
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Carlos
We talk to @carl0snath about his street comedy, buttholes and circumcision. Check out his YouTube channel, Carlos Nath Meets Reality, at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBS87ZbHzQnWfzK3dKk0FPA #CarlosHood #WOTRpod #NYC #independentmedia
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John Di Domenico
I first learned of John from the podcast "Trumpcast" for which he reads actual tweets from our president at the beginning of the show. Within the first weeks, I tweeting the show, and John, and we were linked. John is an actor, writer, stand-up and all around great guy. Check out our…
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Jason Nickel
Jason walks us through the process by which intellect, myth, martial arts, comic books and carpentry, informs his work. It's rare that an artist has the willingness (or facility) to talk deeply about their work, its process and influences, to give us an idea of what's involved in the creation of...
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Carol
My neighbor Carol and I talk about many things: Being a native New Yorker (her, not me) Her career shift from Advertising to Health Field Her mother (the actress Beverly Lord) caring for elderly parents. And I also weigh in on my own experience *This episode contains frank discussions about elder...
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Forrest
We're thrilled to introduce our first live-music episode! Our guest is Forrest Harrison Gerke, an amazing singer/songwriter and visual artist. Check out his work at: http://www.forrestgerke.com/ In this episode, we're treated to Forrest's unique interpretations of classic American songs, jazz...
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Draw the Circle Wide
Tom Gualtieri and I discuss his and David Sisco's project, Draw the Circle Wide https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOr-EcdIB6arpne9Tt78Rjg We talk about how, through DTCW, they hope to raise awareness about casting, how stories should evolve through songwriting, and how theatre needs to break open...
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New Year Episode
This is a special holiday episode! Kristian and I talk about how this podcast has impacted our lives as a couple, our favorite holiday film and song, etc..\ We discuss: My white trash proclivities, inc. Velveeta and Campbell's Bean and Bacon soup Mariah Carey Barbra Streisand Our Dominican vs....
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LB Adams
LB and I share our origin stories growing up in upstate NY. We talk about race relations in Charlotte, Chelsea Handler, and our various careers, including Calvin Klein (hers), Cosby Show (mine) scuba diving training in Mexico (definitely hers), and her company Practical Dramatics and what "soft...
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Nancy Michael
Travel for many people means many things: New places, new adventures, food, etc. In this episode, Nancy and I talk all about the cultural aspects of travel: What it's like to travel to distant lands, transact in a different language and currency, and especially how we adapt to vastly (or not)...
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Jordan Coburn
Jordan and I talk all about Mueller She Wrote, Margret Cho and her art collection, Jordan's new pod, Andrea Chalupa and the "very busy" Matt Miller and Bell House in BKNY, the comedy world vs. the podcast world, and Jordan coming out! ENJOY!
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Eric Shepherd
Eric and I talk about his new, gorgeous album, White Ribbon Highway. Interspersed amongst the discussion are samples of each of the nine tracks. ENJOY! You can purchase the album here: http://whiteribbonhighway.bandcamp.com/album/2
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Joe Catania
Joe and I talk about our time on the Cosby Show, my Phylicia Rashad moment, homophobia in the entertainment industry and what we've been up to in the past 30 years.
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Maritri
Maritri and I talk all about the process of making art: Stevie Wonder praising your set, living the life of an artist, Phoebe Snow, honoring those great talents we miss, like Leonard Cohen and Jeff Buckley, etc. And a little Judith Light to keep things interesting. ENJOY!
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Shut Up and Listen
I talk to Lisa, the mother of a trans son and non-binary child, who are twins. We discuss what it's like to navigate a world in which, still, so many people prefer these folks to go away. We talk about the current administration and how that only adds to the problems trans kids have. Also…
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Martha Kelly
Martha and I talk about: LA vs. Austin Fur babies Comedy and being a comic Baskets, including Zach G, Louie A and that green arm cast that's never mentioned. Pregnant texting on stairs Dolly Paron
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Way Off the Record The theme of the pod is "stories from the under-reported masses" such as that amazing server that managed to handle the front of the bar AND the rowdy comedy audience in the back. The people behind the scenes of TV, film. The lives of inde musicians, etc. Not entertainment-themed, necessarily.WOTR seeks to give a voice to folks we don't normally hear about, and directly from them.
HOSTED BY
Scott Ambrosino
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Way Off the Record The theme of the pod is "stories from the under-reported masses" such as that amazing server that managed to handle the front of the bar AND the rowdy comedy audience in the back. The people behind the scenes of TV, film. The lives of inde musicians, etc. Not...
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