BACKFENCE Unhinged

Episode 34: Chris Williams #2 What happens when you cross youthful mischief, an old golf cart, and a legendary Lochness-sized fish? Only way to find out in this Chris Williams-tells-all episode!  Chris is a storyteller, improviser and the executive director and host of Front Porch Sessions - a Portland, Oregon based show that blends storytelling and audience discussion. He’s also our first returning guest to the podcast!  Be sure to go back and check out his first episode!  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo design by Tim May Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible. 

Episode 33: Andrew Dickson #2 When he was in Junior High circa 1989 BACKFENCE Unhinged co-host Andrew Dickson was a guest on the Geraldo Rivera show.  That’s right, on stage, sitting on a stool under the hot lights for an hour. Did he and I chat on national TV? Naturally. Does he have a killer  story about it? Why yes. BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo design by Tim May Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible. 

Episode 32: Britton Taylor Hold on tight, it’s time for a story about the unwelcome and somewhat mortifying item Britton Taylor’s parents find when helping to clean up his marital home after a breakup. Find out how that unsavory thing continues to haunt his relationship with his parents to this day. Britton was a longtime strategist at Portland ad agency Wieden+Kennedy and now owns his own consultancy, working for brands like Chili's, PUMA and Oatly. In his spare time he is a social justice warrior on Linkedin (the world's largest professional network).   BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencestorytelling Logo design by Tim May Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible. 

Episode 31: Frayn Masters #2 Another episode with our host Frayn Masters sharing a new story that could easily be titled, “WTF is that in my dryer?”! This time around she leads us deep inside her ill-advised laundromat ritual that takes an unexpected creepy turn!  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo design by Tim May Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible.

Episode 30: Jason Sauls What can go totally wrong when your first job is a late night radio DJ? Turns out things can go sideways fast with a slip of the hand. This story is a lot fun and a little cringe. Jason Sauls has been telling stories on stage around Portland for over ten years and radio announcing and producing for over 30. Both occasionally ask you for financial support with or without a tote bag as a thank you. BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencestorytelling Logo design by Tim May Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible. 

ENCORE with Brian S. Ellis We’re gonna start weaving back in some of our most popular episodes now that the show is picking up steam! Here’s Brian!  What happens when a young love-stricken Bostonian conspires to land a spot on a poetry tour with his new love interest? Does his attempt to pull off a grand gesture that nods to his past as a petty thief win her over? You won't want to miss this sweet listen with award-winning poet and BACKFENCE Storytelling producer, Brian S. Ellis! BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes.  This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible.    BACKFENCE Unhinged logo was created by Tim May. 

Episode 29: Chelsea Cain You’re about to hear a story about taking a Life Coach’s advice… maybe just a little too far and ending up on a medical odyssey — from author Chelsea Cain.  Lady Chelsea Cain is a New York Times best selling author, several times over, an Eisner nominated comic book writer, screenwriter and actual Royalty.  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo design by Tim May Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible. 

Episode 27: Joe Guppy You’re about to hear a story about the ups, downs, free lunches, and unexpected turns of events that one deals with when chasing dreams in the city of dreams aka, Los Angeles— from writer Joe Guppy.  Joe Guppy is an Emmy award-winning comedy writer, retired therapist, script doctor, improviser, best-selling memoirist, and writing/creativity coach. His career in theater and television goes back to Seattle in the 1980s—careens into Los Angeles in the early 90’s—and continues on back in Seattle to this very day where he is a comedy legend.  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo design by Tim May Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible. 

EPISODE 26: JOEY SLAMON Life with a toddler who is a runner is wild! Joey tells the hilarious story of Catch Me if You Can with her son breaking loose in a big winding museum.  Joey Slamon has written on shows like Arrested Development, Those Who Can't and wrote and produced I'm Sorry with Andrea Savage. She's written several features, sold several pilots and is also currently getting her Masters in Library and Information Sciences so she can talk about books for a living. She ran a storytelling show in Los Angeles for 10 years called Public School and has performed several times at BACKFENCE where, not to brag, but she won a BACKFENCE Roulette. BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo design by Tim May Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible. 

EPISODE 25: Brianna Wheeler Buckle in tight and let your legs dangle, you’re about to hear a true story from author Brianna Wheeler. She’ll drop you in the middle of a sweaty August night filled with the funny, tender, gross storm of being human. Brianna is an author, illustrator, arts and culture journalist and live storyteller in Portland, Oregon. Her debut book, Altogether Different: A memoir about identity, inheritance, and the raid that started the civil war is available in bookstores nationwide.  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part—they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt—finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm—find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo design by Tim May. Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute.’ And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible.

EPISODE 24: Dayvid Figler You’re about to hear a wild, at times funny, at times gory true crime story. All about a small and short man defending an extra big and tall man — from writer and criminal defense lawyer Dayvid Figler.  Dayvid takes into the underground tunnels of Vegas where a community of thousands has taken up residence. And his defendant is known as the scary overlord. If you are queased out by gore, maybe skip this one!  Should you wish to read more about the lore of the extra tall big man click HERE. Dayvid was the host of the daily podcast, City Cast Las Vegas, since its inception in 2022. He loves talking about how his infamous city is a vortex worth exploring, and the million (give or take) stories he's collected over his lifetime as a resident there. BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo design by Tim May Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible.   

EPISODE 23: Mark Robbins  Come  follow a young Mark Robbins who ends up on a wilderness survival trip that promises to return him to the straight and narrow. During his “alone survival” time his sleep is disrupted by an unwelcome visitor.  Mark is an English teacher and librarian at Lewis & Clark High School in Spokane, WA and story coach of the long-running Pivot storytelling series. Finally, he’s been the face for the Kalispel Tribe’s Northern Casino TV commercials for 15 years.  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo design by Tim May. Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible.   

EPISODE 22: Jason Rouse Jocose and smart as all hell, Jason Rouse takes you on a nail biting floating home journey. Twists and turns featuring the sudden onset of super-human strength whilst balancing on chains over water, connecting with his father, and what the hell is that floating in the water?  Jason is a writer, actor, husband, and dad to a wee feisty chihuahua named Goldie.  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo design by Tim May Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible.   

EPISODE 21: Nicole Hardy Lean back, kick your legs up and laugh at actor and writer Nicole Hardy’s bad choices that lead to very unintended hilarity wherein she narrowly escapes deadly consequences. That’s right, she discloses a triptych of true stories from the diary of a self-inflicted accidental poisoner. Nicole is a Seattle-based writer and teaching artist who’s working on a memoir about the year she spent sailing the world. She’s the author of the memoir Confessions of a Latter-day Virgin, and is best known for her Modern Love essay “Single, Female, Mormon, Alone.”  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo design by Tim May Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible.   

EPISODE 20: AARON DRAPLIN Designer Aaron Draplin takes us on a GEN X tour of the skate punk and snowboarding world of his youth. Where zines ruled the day and skateboarders were total outsiders. Are there mentions of Dinosaur Jr.? Yes. Is there a caper involving fast food and the retrieval of skateboards from a boss's office? Yes. Is there a lot of fun, wisdom dropped, and the sweet follies of grunge? Hell yes! Aaron entered the world in Detroit, Michigan—and skipping ahead a bit in 2004 founded the design company that he runs today, Draplin Design Co. After a bunch of years at Showboard magazine he quickly moved from designing graphics for snowboards to creating icons for multinational companies. He travels the world as a speaker bringing his hilarity and skills to the masses.  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo design by Tim MayPlease visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible.

EPISODE 19: Derrick Brown Boy howdy do we have a good one for you to sink your teeth into! A cinematic and funny story from the inimitable Derrick Brown. He takes us on a motorcycle ride that wanders through love, cowboys, judging a book by its cover and being changed by finding out he’s resplendently  wrong.  Derrick lives in Los Angeles and is an award-winning poet, storyteller, comic and president of Write Bloody Publishing. His innovative fusion of poetry and comedy earned Paste Magazine's Comedy Album of the Year (2023). The New York Times praises his work as "a rekindling of faith in the weird, hilarious, shocking, beautiful power of words." BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible. 

EPISODE 18: Darshanpreet Gill High school science teacher and baker Darshanpreet Gill regales us with the most disastrously hilarious story of traveling to see her family in Northern California for the winter holidays. Think Home Alone crossed with Planes, Trains, and Automobiles. What starts out as a very very well planned adventure quickly turns into an anything that could go wrong can and does scenario. All for our bliss-filled entertainment.  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible. 

EPISODE 17: Mikey Shethar Chef, food inventor, and neophyte surfer Mikey Shethar slowly consumes his in-laws sugar cookies while doing a deep dive into his own psyche. How does his family by marriage not consume all the food that’s out? Why does one need Saran wrap because what are ‘leftovers’? Who are holiday cookies for? Mikey is about to find out and so are you in this hilarious holiday romp.  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes.   This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible.   

EPISODE 16: Meg Ferrill Storyteller, comedian, and writer Meg Ferrill is gonna light you up, make you laugh and feel some feels, backed by her considerable chops on The Moth, Mortified, and Amateur night at The Apollo. As a rural dwelling 19 year-old fueled by a freshly discovered love for the ladies, Meg muscles her way through a considerable fear of flying to get herself to the mecca that is the celebrated baby dyke weekend in P-town.  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible. 

EPISODE 15: LAUREN WEEDMAN This week's story comes from solo performer, actor (Hacks, Abbott Elementary, Sirens) and writer Lauren Weedman. She joined us from her apartment in Santa Monica, CA. For BACKFENCE Unhinged she tells the hilarious at times tender  story of admitting to and dealing with jealousy at a celebrity New Year’s Eve party.  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes.host/show description This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo designed by Tim May.  Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’.  And a big thank you to both Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible. 

EPISODE 15: Beth Lisick This week's story comes from writer and actor Beth Lisick. She joined us from her home booth in the Hudson Valley. Originally from the Bay Area, she flies back several times a year to co-host and co-produce the longtime incredible storytelling series, Porchlight.  For BACKFENCE Unhinged she tells the wild, challenging, and at times hilarious story of her first time as dementia caregiver in New York City.  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes.host/show description This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo designed by Tim May.  Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’.  And a big thank you to both Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible. 

EPISODE 13: Arthur Bradford In his early 20’s and in search of  solace to write, documentary filmmaker Arthur Bradford moves into a rural cabin in the woods. Where he befriends squirrels and, whilst pretending to be a porcupine, plays an ill-fated outhouse prank on a visiting friend. Well, that took a turn!  Right? You’ll have to listen to find out more.  Watch this super funny High School caper BACKFENCE Roulette story from Arthur!  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes.host/show description This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo designed by Tim May.  Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’.  And a big thank you to both Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible.   

EPISODE 12: Eden Dawn It’s Fall you all! This month we’re featuring stories that hit on good times that take various turns of (light-hearted) horror!  While abroad in England and against her intuition, documentarian, writer, and Guinness Book of World Record holder, Eden Dawn, is cajoled into traveling to a haunted farmland… where nothing is as it seems. Like any good horror story she gets separated from her ‘friends’ — only to be cornered and taunted by demons. Yikes!!  Watch this hilarious BACKFENCE Roulette story from Eden!  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes.host/show description This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo designed by Tim May.  Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’.  And a big thank you to both Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible. 

EPISODE 11: Ash Allen It’s Fall you all. This month we’re featuring stories that hit on good times that take various turns of fright!  How the heck did comedian, storyteller, and Southern gem Ash Allen’s romance-filled semester in Paris turn into a summer planning her own funeral… at just 21 years old? Find out how the matriarchy of her family teams up  and works to solve her mysterious illness. Spoiler alert: she lives to tell the tale and we couldn’t be more thankful for that.  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes.host/show description This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx   Logo designed by Tim May.  Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’.  And a big thank you to both Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible. 

EPISODE 10: Monica Choy It’s Fall you all. This month we’re featuring stories that hit on good times that take various turns of (light-hearted) horror!  Artist and gardener Monica Choy tells hosts Andrew and Frayn the true story of how a High School summer internship at a medical lab got out of hand. Heads up for the squeamish! Mention of human skin being grown is made. This episode is especially for you Dr. Pimple Popper aficionados!  For a palette cleanser watch Monica’s enchanting BACKFENCE Roulette story!  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes.host/show description This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo designed by Tim May.  Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’.  And a big thank you to both Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible. 

EPISODE 09: Bri-Skye McKizzie It’s Fall you all. This month we’re featuring stories that hit on good times that take various turns of (light-hearted) horror!  What happens when you call off a wedding then fly to Paris once venue deposit comes back and fattens your bank account? For our guest it means she turns on dating apps mid-flight.  Find out how that date turns out on today's episode with actor, academic, and burgeoning filmmaker, Bri-Skye McKizzie. Watch Bri-Skye’s hilarious BACKFENCE Roulette story!  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes.host/show description This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo designed by Tim May.  Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’.  And a big thank you to both Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible.   

EPISODE O8: Andrew Dickson It’s a host-only episode! Co-host Andrew Dickson takes us on a ride with his story of the highs and blows of fulfilling a long anticipated dream… an all expenses paid trip to Europe to perform his solo show ‘AC Dickson Ebay Powerseller.’ Only to have the whole dream put in peril from the shocking taunts and threats from English hooligans –  threats that arrived in the form of posts in a dial up internet chat room. Remember those? Even if you don’t… tune in to find out what happens!  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes.host/show description This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo designed by Tim May. Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’.  And a big thank you to both Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible.

EPISODE O7: Grant Gosch Writer, coach, and consultant Grant Gosch takes us on the strange and wild crash course that leads him to finding true love. But wait! It takes a left turn from there  into writing a romance novel and love letters… not just the romantic kind, letters for friends (which can and does get weird), strangers, and even beloved pets.  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes.host/show description This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Logo designed by Tim May.  Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’.  And a big thank you to both Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible.   

EPISODE 06: Matt Sheehy  Writer and frontman for Lost lander Matt Sheehy and creator of the genius BACKFENCE Unhinged music tells a story of being a teenager longing for the promises of a big city while feeling a little stuck in the vastness of Alaska. He hops on an opportunity to get his first big taste of city life all the way in Australia! Find out how his new adventure goes and how employing a tear-squirtingly funny Australian accent misfires and unexpectedly changes the way Matt feels about himself and his homeland.   BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx. BACKFENCE Unhinged logo designed by Tim May.  Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible. 

EPISODE 05: Frayn Masters Co-host Frayn Masters is the guest! Listen in as writer, producer, and performer Frayn relays a charming yarn to co-host Andrew about her literal brush with destiny. Does poor execution of a Glamour magazine hair tutorial cause Frayn to miss the wedding of her first high school friend to tie the knot? Or, is her fate to show up looking like a blue-horned unicorn or not go at all? Find out! BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx BACKFENCE Unhinged logo created by Tim May.  Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible. 

EPISODE O3: Ciara Lynsey Tattoo artist Ciara Lynsey tells the sweet, funny, and heartbreaking story about childhood friendship lost and how her greatest love of all... Whitney Houston, and Whitney’s  performance in The Bodyguard gave Ciara the courage to stand up to bullying and bigotry.   BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes.host/show description This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’.  And a big thank you to both Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible.  BACKFENCE Unhinged logo created by Tim May.

EPISODE 02: Chris Williams Chris Williams is an East Lansing born improviser and the creator of Front Porch Sessions in Portland, OR. Listen in as he tells a hilarious and introspective story of ending up in an altered state of mind that leads to a harrowing trudge up endless ancient Italian steps to get back to his vacation home... a journey that unexpectedly lands him in a tasty moment of Nirvana.  BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes. This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible.  BACKFENCE Unhinged logo created by Tim May.   

EPISODE 01: Brian S. Ellis What happens when a young love-stricken Bostonian conspires to land a spot on a poetry tour with his new love interest? Does his attempt to pull off a grand gesture that nods to his past as a petty thief win her over? You won't want to miss this sweet listen with award-winning poet and BACKFENCE Storytelling producer, Brian S. Ellis! BACKFENCE Unhinged is a unique and delightful twist on the storytelling podcast where hosts Andrew and Frayn invite a storyteller on to share an unhinged true story. Then comes the second unhinged part – they dig in and ask questions to get into the behind-the-scenes dirt —  finding intersections with some of their own personal anecdotes.  This episode was edited and produced by Julia Oppenheimer. With music created by musician and frontman for Lost Lander, Matt Sheehy. Frayn Masters is executive producer. Frayn Masters & Andrew Dickson are co-hosts and co-creators. The show was recorded at XRAY.fm — find them online or 91.1 or 107.1. You can find more info about Andrew, Frayn and BACKFENCE Storytelling shows and workshops at backfencestorytelling.com on IG @backfencepdx Please visit our sponsor Powell’s Books to find the books highlighted in ‘Bry’s Hot Minute’. And a big thank you to Powell’s and KILN. co-working space for making this episode and our live shows possible.  BACKFENCE Unhinged logo was created by Tim May.