Hackattack and The Faro

Single moms are Amazon Queens to be loved and feared. Their ferociousness is legendary. Candice is no different. Her passion is found in her art and her relationships. 

We talk about life in the film industry as a hair/makeup/costume designer. She tells us about her punk rock lifestyle, growing up in Salt lake and on the Navajo Reservation, and her concert history. She's too much metal for one hand.

Life is the rising and falling sea. Candice crowd surfs it to success in all aspects of her life. But she'll be the first to say it takes a village. Grace and humility can come in badass little packages.

Famed actor, director, and father of 3, Eric Tucker, takes a little vacation to the world of Hackattack and The Faro. We discuss theatre dos and don'ts, throw in a little reminiscing, a pinch of witty repartee and come up with a stirring conversation. And of course, Perth the dog makes his opinions known. 

Foster Rhodes brings her faux charisma to the show. Of course, there is nothing faux about her. She enjoys long walks in the city, bringing in the crowd energy, and running towards what scares her. She seizes each opportunity to reinvent herself and experience the walk of life in another pair of shoes. Stand up comedian and yoga instructor today but don't pigeonhole her because she surprises at every turn. She tackles bombing onstage, shrines, fart jokes, past lives, and mental health issues. As Hackattack would say, she isn't afraid to go there. We laughed. We cried. We laughed again. 

Althea Sam stops in for Episode 16 of the podcast. She is an accomplished actor, mom, and a veteran. Althea talks to us about her Native American heritage, acting career, racism, standing tall, and telling the stories that need to be told. She lives with a passion and commitment that we should all strive for each day. Oh ya, she also works 60 hours a week. How does she do it? Why does she do it? Listen and find out for yourself.

Don't judge a book by it's cover. She's more than meets the eye. Whitney talks to Hackattack about being a writer, editor, and DP. She pushes back against the patriarchy and the stigma of being an attractive woman in a male dominated industry to create bold and dramatic art. She goes for broke in all that she does. 

David Schmidt, pedaGOD of music, speaks to us about stereotypes and beating the hell out of them. We mock toxic masculinity and hetero comfort zones. Dave tells tales of overcoming physical injury for the arts, giving back to the kids, and knife fights. Listen and be amazed.

A wonderful film maker, human being, and relentless road warrior comes on the show. Todd talks to us about careers, road trips, life in the times of Rona, broadcasting tips, and nutrition. West Texas reception is no match for the tenacity of our weary travelers as they brave the elements of border patrols and dust storms to bring you the life and times of Todd Strauss-Schulson with a little Hackattack on the side.

Lenni Uitto, number 3 on the call sheet and number one in your hearts. He is a film maker in every which way. He is a cinematographer, an editor, a director, and an actor. Lenni is also a great spirit that attracts positivity and passion to his sets. Listen in this episode as he breaks down the art of his craft and lays down some truth about the business.

Let what you feel move you to action. Experiences and the arts have power if we take the call. Latoya Cameron is a nationally renowned performer and all around dynamic person. She talks with us about her journey through life and the arts. How does one cry on stage? How does one overcome prejudice and shortsighted thinking? How does one break out of the box?

Pamela is a professional rock climber, a hydrographer, and founder of the Art of Offwidth Clinics, and a Yale graduate. She talks with us about her experiences, origins, scars, getting knocked down and getting up again. This rock warrior is as ironclad tough as they come.