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68: Lorna Rose on her unexpected pregnancy

January 19, 2022 by angelansantillo

After genetic testing early in her second pregnancy, Lorna Rose learned her baby screened positive for a serious genetic disorder. When told she didn’t have to carry the baby, Lorna’s reaction to that statement changed her outlook and beliefs. We talk about guilt, high risk pregnancy, and the complexities of motherhood. Lorna Rose is a Pacific Northwest writer and speaker. Her narrative nonfiction and poetry have been recognized by Pacific Northwest Writers Association and the Oregon Poetry Association, and have appeared […]

Categories: Family, Love, Medical Event, Parenthood, Women's Issues, Writing

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67: Jaimie Sherling on getting a late night message

January 4, 2022 by angelansantillo

One Friday night, Jaimie Sherling was in bed when she got an Instagram message from a stranger that changed her marriage and home. We talk about all the brutal and beautiful aspects of her moment, from her battle with cancer to her journey becoming a drag queen aficionado. Additional Resources From Queens to QUEENS YDY Sweets

Categories: Family, Illness, LGBTQIA, Trauma, Writing

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63: Susan Myhr Fritz on that time in the Berkshires

November 16, 2021 by angelansantillo

Susan was a high school junior in Great Falls, Montana when she was accepted into a vocal performance program at Tanglewood in Massachusetts. Being in a new place with fellow creatives changed what she thought was possible. We talk about broadening horizons, the road to writing, and why a teenage moment still matters today. Susan is the first two-time visiting guest on the show! Check out episode 19 for her other moment. Additional Resources Episode 19: Susan Fritz on life […]

Categories: Career, The Arts, Travel, Women's Issues, Writing • Tags: everything relevant has already been said, podcast, susan myhr fritz, writer

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59: Ashley Lauren Rogers on taking a stand

April 15, 2020 by angelansantillo

Ashley Lauren Rogers was working in the steampunk scene when she learned a friend and colleague was accused of nonconsensual relations with someone else in the community. Seeing how willing people were able to dismiss the claims, her decision to immediately step away from the scene changed everything. We talk about the fantasy of steampunk, what happens when you decide to take a stand, why it’s important to believe survivors.     Additional Resources  Connect with Ashley: http://www.ashleylaurenrogers.com Is it […]

Categories: Activism, Career, LGBTQIA, Politics, The Arts, Writing

53: Jack Ridl on the most important word in the world

February 4, 2020 by angelansantillo

Jack Ridl was walking with his 7-year-old daughter when she said “with” was the most important word because people always have to be with something, someone, or themselves. When she added that it meant everyone has to makes sure they have a good “with,” Jack’s perception of the world changed. We talk about how a simple and profound concept has since shaped his life, health, and poetry. Additional Resources  Jack Ridl ridl.wordpress.com on Facebook  Saint Peter and the Goldfinch by Jack […]

Categories: Family, Mental Health, Most Listened To, Parenthood, The Unknown, Writing

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52: Stacy Walsh on finding the good

January 22, 2020 by angelansantillo

In May 2017, Stacy Walsh (& then write podcast) was home sick on the couch when her Dad called to say her Mom felt like her legs weren’t working in the shower.  Later that day her Mom was diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumor and things rapidly changed.  We talk about how her Mom became a different person, the stress of dealing with stage 4 glioblastoma, and how Stacy has worked to see the good in a bad situation.   […]

Categories: Family, Grief & Loss, Illness, Medical Event, Parenthood, Trauma, Writing

24: Calvin Gimpelevich on the task of writing

February 26, 2019 by angelansantillo

Calvin Gimpelevich (Invasions, Instar Books) was in 4th grade when he realized how much time and effort the writer must have spent creating the book he was reading.  That realization turned the avid reader into a writer and that identity continues to guide his life.  We talk about his experience as a transgender writer, the role of literature in society, and what it means to be a storyteller. Additional Resources calvingimpelevich.com Calvin on Instagram: @calvin.calvin.g  

Categories: Career, LGBTQIA, Politics, Writing

21: Amanda Laird on going with the flow

February 5, 2019 by angelansantillo

After having her daughter and changing careers, Amanda Laird felt unsatisfied.  And then the US election happened and the Toronto based Holistic Nutritionist had to do something.  She decided to start a podcast to address periods, reproductive health, and other taboo health topics.  We chat about the politics behind menstruation, the post-election women’s movement, and why you should become the expert on your own body. Additional Resources Heavy Flow: Breaking the Curse of Menstruation by Amanda Laird Heavy Flow podcast Amanda […]

Categories: Activism, Entrepreneurship, Podcasting, Women's Issues, Writing

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20: Richard Chang on discovering Wong Chin Foo

January 28, 2019 by angelansantillo

In 2003, Richard Chang (Citizen Wong) was doing voice over work for the Bill Moyers documentary, Becoming American: The Chinese Experience, when he first learned about Wong Chin Foo, a popular writer and activist during the Gilded Age. Wong was the first to use the term Chinese American, and was known by name to the American public, but has virtually disappeared from history. Discovering him led Richard to years of research in order to create a new kind of play that smashes stereotypes and presents roles for Asian Americans.  We talk about prejudice, […]

Categories: Activism, Immigration, Race, The Arts, Writing

01: Angela Santillo on changing stories and making a podcast

September 17, 2018 by angelansantillo

  Meet your host as she introduces the show’s content and format. A writer and produced playwright, she talks about the moment a serious medical emergency disrupted her life and led her to pursue a different kind of story.

Categories: Career, Illness, Medical Event, Podcasting, The Arts, Trauma, Writing

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