I met Jennifer LeGarde through the events and fundraising committee for Urban Media Arts. She recently moved to Malden, MA from Minneapolis, MN. Jennifer grew up in the 1980’s as an only child of two working parents who sprung for cable and were too busy to supervise what she watched. One of her favorite memories is renting American Werewolf in London for her birthday sleepover in 1986 and freaking out a bunch of kids who just wanted to watch Top Gun

Words on the Water is a community event taking place on Saturday September 24, 2020 12-5 with music, poetry, canoeing on the Malden River and more!

My guest Jodie Zalk – M.P.P., Community Education Activist is one of Malden Reads’ co-founders and co-facilitators, Jodie brings more than 15 years experience as an administrator in education and working with youth. She brings leadership expertise to the program and is delighted to see how the Malden Reads program has taken root in the community — the connections made among Maldonians; to city resources including the schools; to our books and films, programs and other events. 

www.maldenreads.org

Guest Lisa Sears’ is the embodiment of our podcast themes; connection, community, conversation and art. She’s also a hoot. 

Artist and curator of the recent Lines Connecting Lines exhibit, Lisa has so much to share. Discover behind the scenes insight into how this collaboration came together. Learn about Lisa’s passion for curating inspiration, her artistic process and what inspires her to create. 

Inspire, create, do. We are all artists. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise. Including yourself.

Lisa L. Sears is a fine artist creating paintings and drawings in water-based media on paper and canvas. She earned her BFA in studio art at the School of Visual Arts, University of North Texas, with additional painting and photography study at University of Texas and mixed media painting at Art New England through MassArt. Her work has been described as symbolic, mythic, emotional, colorful, dream-like and nightmarish, which mixed all together might equal the moniker “whimsical depression.” 

Dedicated to making art available to the community, Sears has been involved in Malden public arts projects including several years with Windows Art Malden, the Switchbox Project, “Pictures at an Exhibition Reframed” (a free piano concert and art exhibit organized by Malden Creates), and a recipient of a Malden Cultural Council grant for “Lines Connecting Lines”— a collaboration between area poets and artists—which she created and curated. Additionally, she was involved in the workings of Malden Pops Up, and participated in its later restructuring as The Gallery Inc., serving as Exhibit Coordinator and Curator for six-months. She has also enjoyed exhibiting her work locally at Malden Public Library and UMA Gallery. Sears is once again involved with Malden arts through The Gallery@57 on Pleasant Street in Malden.

Lisa Sears' Art on FB

What do you get when two redheads record a podcast? 

The story of a rocker’s journey from individual artist to record label founder. (If you were expecting a rude joke we suggest you gingerly walk away) 

Justine Coveault shares how her epic experiences as a musician helped her finally discover a creative environment where she heard, “Yes,” instead of “No.” Her story is about the power of collaboration, women making their own way by “banding,” together and not waiting for permission to make art. 

This episode is for the creators just dying to create. Don’t wait, find community and create.  #create art #redonredrecords #thedayliliesband #redheadsunite

Guest Info: 

Justine Covalt is the founder of “Red on Red Records,” an Indie Rock Record Label out of Boston. She plays in, “Justine and The Unclean,” and “Justine’s Black Threads.” 

ROR hosts podcast husband Adam Goodwin’s band The Daylilies. The Daylilies’ new album is set to release June 2022. 

Justine Covalt’s Label Red on Red Records: Red on Red Records

The Daylilies (Podcast husband Adam Goodwin’s Band):The Daylilies

Town and City Festival:  Schedule — The Town and The City Festival

Sit back, relax and enjoy the luxurious sounds of professional voice actor, Bill Cline. While Bill has plenty of wisdom and inspiration to share, this episode may also be used to create soothing ambiance while meditating or soaking in a bubble bath. Unlike Felicia & Rachel’s previous giggly discussion on AMSR.  (Episode 008 - Bang a Gong)

William and Felicia discuss pursuing your passion without concern for the outcome, embracing “the journey,” and how “dressing up” can give you a deeper appreciation for your comfy clothes. 

Guest Info: 

William Cline is a professional Voice Actor and CVO (Chief Voice Officer) at William Cline VO. He records radio and television commercials, narrations, explainer videos and learning/training programs for a global audience.   

Authentic is what comes to mind when describing his sound.  His deep, smooth voice and sincere, confident conversational style are perfect for a wide array of voiceover applications.

Bill’s Website: https://www.williamclinevo.com

Bill’s Instagram: @williamclinevo

Guests Ava Fields and Lisa McColgan come to discuss why you need horror in your life. Our conversation delves into the profound themes and social commentary found in this misunderstood genre. If you thought slasher films were just about gore, you’re wrong. Enjoy our fascinating, hilarious and irreverent conversation about embracing the darkness to learn about our own resilience.

#horrorforlife #mcc #umapodcasts #avafieldspoet #lisamccolganhasafoulmouth

Ava Fields is a Ghost Writer, poet and founder of “The Horror Advocate,” project. She is currently working to develop an interactive tool designed to track political and social anxieties facing the local community, using horror as a data source. Ava’s Website Website: https://msha.ke/nytowlwriting/ 

Ava’s Twitter: @nytowlwriting

Lisa McColgan is Felicia’s friend/landlord. She is also a data nerd, Cabot Witch, musician, and host of @stayscarypodcast. Lisa’s Twitter & Instagram: @lisamccolgan70

I chatted with author of "Abel Bodied - Murder at the Malden Bank" The First Murder During a Bank Robbery in American History.

We discussed his book, writing, the history of Malden and of course....doggos. 

Also a reading of Joy Harjo's Poem and the announcement of Malden Reads 2022 book selection.

Purchase, “Abel Bodied, Murder At The Malden Bank," wherever books are sold.

#murderinmalden #abelbodiedbook #michaelcloherty #hifeliciapodcast #maldenreads #joyharjoamericansunrise #poetryislife

This week my guest Nate Bae Kupel (adoptee, DEI advocate, political candidate and proud cat dad) and I break the rules to discuss *gasp* politics. 

We tackle some big questions:

Why is it so scary to talk about politics? 

How do we overcome the fear of failure that comes with discussions of race and representation? 

What gets in the way of addressing the needs of marginalized communities?

How can we create bridges to one another in a time of fierce division? 

Nate generously shares how to create trust through listening, language, and openness. Through which we can have better conversations and create better communities. 

Show Notes-

Guest's Plugs: https://natebaekupel.com

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Julian Smith lives in Malden with his spouse, Ben, and two kids, an eight-year-old boy and a four-year-old girl. Julian grew up in southern New Hampshire and moved to Boston for college and law school. He loves to write, sing, cook, hike, listen to music, play video games, and be with his family and friends. Julian is an attorney practicing health and administrative law and spends any free time he can find writing stories with the dream of one day being a published author.  #tmwc #storytheorywriting #threecs #hifeliciapodcast #umaverse #podernfamily #lawyerswhowrite #judyjudyjudy

How lucky am I to get to talk to this interesting and funny lady!

Theresa Okokon is a Wisconsinite living in New England, a writer, a storyteller, the co-host of Stories From The Stage, and a 2020 VONA alum. In addition to writing and performing her own stories, Theresa also teaches storytelling and writing workshops and classes, coaches other tellers, hosts story slams, and frequently emcees events for nonprofits. An alum of both the Memoir Incubator and Essay Incubator programs at GrubStreet, she is working on a memoir of essays about memory, family stories, and the death of her father. ​https://www.theresaokokon.com/

#BinBlack #fatgirlpride #bodyacceptance #fangirlingovertheresa #storiesfromthestage #hifeliciapodcast #threecs #umaverse @hifelicia_podcast @ryan_felicia @Felicia_M_Ryan1