BSing with Sean K

BS'ing is done for the time being. Listen to my new podcast "Let's Talk about the Deep Stuff" wherever you get your podcasts. "Let's Talk about the Deep Stuff" features off the cuff and candid cconersations aobuth eh big topics in the world such as philosophy, spirituality, personal development, mental health and poltitical and social issues in the world.

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to writer, bartender and urban literature enthusiast Jason Paskow. Jason is the author of the books 'Trap Doors" and "Autumn in Newark". In this podcast, Jason talks about being locked up for being a drug dealer when he was 18 and how his experiences in jail influenced his writing, his current job as a bartender at Shanghai Jazz in Madison, NJ, his love for urban literature, and more. Donate to BS'ing: Paypal: Skneese1989@gmail.com Zelle: Skneese1989@gmail.com Venmo: @Sean-kneese

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Ursula Monteiro: Brazilian-born actor, director, screenwriter, and photographer. She began her acting career at eight years old in her hometown of Taubate, Sao Paulo. At the age of eighteen, Ursula moved to New York City to pursue her dream of working in theater and film; in 2016 she graduated from Marymount Manhattan College where she earned a B.A. in Theatre, with a concentration in Performing Arts and Directing. Ursula also holds a degree in Acting from the Atlantic Acting School. After years of perfecting her acting craft, in 2018 Ursula started to write and direct her own film projects. In 2020, during the Covid-19 pandemic, Ursula produced her short film debut VAL, and a sketch comedy web series called Never Mind. In this podcast, Ursula talks about her film Val and how it addresses political and social issues in Brazil such as abortion rights and government corruption, her love for independent films, the inspiration behind her sketchy comedy series, and more. Ursula's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC--3tqBlJ0a98TVw9Yx6eUw Donate to BS'ing: Paypal: Skneese1989@gmail.com Zelle: Skneese1989@gmail.com Venmo: @Sean-kneese

In this episode of Bs'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to his friend Eric Sanchez about hermeticism, free masonry, angel numbers, Neville Goddard, Mitch Horowitz, self improveent, dealing with regreet and other interesting topics. Eric talks about how AA led him to develop his spriitual beliefs and eventually his interest in hermeticism. More recently, Eric has joined the Free Masons and explains in the episode that it's not what most people think it is (illuminati, etc.). Donate to BS'ing: Paypal: Skneese1989@gmail.com Zelle: Skneese1989@gmail.com Venmo: @Sean-kneese

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to musician and host of Angel's Authentic Action podcast Gabrielle Angel Lilly. Gabrielle talks about being on the autism spectrum and how it has influenced her creativity. She also talks about how a "disorder" isn't necessarily a disorder and can be used as a gift, and society's tendency to punish people with mental health issues. Sean talks about being diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome at 13 and also his experience with OCD and learning to use ruminations in a productive way. He also mentions how writers such as Neville Goddard and James Allen have helped him use ruminating to help make positive changes in his life.

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to special effects make up artist Beatrice Sniper about working in the film industry, horror, special effects, make up effects, practical effects vs. CGI, creative inspiration and more. She has won several awards for best FX makeup in multiple festivals. Beatrice is based in New York/New Jersey (also jumps at the opportunity to travel for work) and uses her makeup skills to participate in movies, events, theme parks, productions, and military training exercises from all around the world. Beatrice's website: https://www.beatricesniper.com/

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to artist and simulation theorist Rizio about simulation theory, art, sci-fi, fantasy, spirituality, movies and other interesting topics. The simulation hypothesis is a proposal regarding the nature of existence that posits that all of existence is an artificial simulation, such as a computer simulation. Rizio hosts a live stream series that explores this topic with guests from all over the world. Rizio's art mixes elements of sci-fi and fantasy. Sean K has described it as "Tolkien meets cyberpunk art", and Rizio says he likes that description.

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to improviser and actor Ryan Gurian about acting, improv, the book "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron and how that inspired him, and coping with regret, rejection, and negative emotions. They also get into other deep and philosophical topics as well.

   in this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Sydney Duncan: New York based comedian, improviser, writer, and actor. She has trained extensively at UCB, The PIT, The Magnet, and Dallas Comedy House studying advanced improv, musical improv, and sketch. Before performing in independent character and sketch shows, Sydney was a professional ballet dancer and trained at ABT, Alvin Ailey, Texas Ballet Theater, and Ballet West among others. Her credits include Regional Broadway shows such as Will Rogers Follies and Thoroughly Modern Millie, and has appeared in the Netflix show, IGUANA, and Solange Knowles' music video, When I get home. During the quarantine, she has moved her daily political and pop culture videos of characters, sketches, and impressions to her TikTok. She was also selected to be featured on Comedy Central's IG and TikTok for Black and Women's History Month. You can catch her regularly performing in Comedy Theaters in New York City including Brooklyn Comedy Collective, and The PIT. Topics discussed in this episode include: punching up vs. punching down vs. punching across in comedy, how comedy has changed over the years, Euphoria, and more

in this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Mira and Denis of the Ukrainian Oi Punk band Bezlad about their experience with the Russian invasion of Ukraine.Link to Belzad's music: https://bezlad.bandcamp.com/releases?fbclid=IwAR1VavXjktK_M-cAZWCh6HnJla0u0g3HN2T35sXa5Bx3n4T6QzVBLL-Pm2EMira's hardcore punk band Zrada: https://zrada.bandcamp.com/?fbclid=IwAR0Fvwo9UxokjUU7JtNG_mdilzUEL7_oZTYq7PqefXKTqelPiu5IF1LpbAoDonate to the people of Ukraine effected by Putin's invasion: https://razomforukraine.org/donate/

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to “ Berniecrat, MMA fighter, politician and activist Eddy Rolon. Rolon served as an elected member of Rutherford board of Education Jan 2017- Jan 2020 before becoming involved in municipal politics. He is also a BJJ Blackbelt with 2 amateur Shootfighting belts ( 2000 )and a professional MMA belt and heavyweight championship from the IFC ( 2001 ). He was ranked the number one advanced submission grappler in the nation By Grapplers Quest in the nation within the top 5 many times under the North American Grappling Association (NAGA) during the 2000s. Rolon has owned and operated Endgame Combat Sports Academy since September 7th 2001, producing many talented combat sports practitioners including other amateur and professional champions. Topics discussed in this episode include corruption in NJ, the two-party system, the military-industrial complex, capitalism vs. socialism and more.

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to comedian, actress, and host of the Kathryn Dunn Show: Kathryn Dunn. Topics discussed include: coffee addiction, comedy, ASMR, Robert Pattison's Batman (How will he compare to the others?), improv, background work, performing, Christopher Walken, Willaim Dafoe and more. Kathryn's show website: https://thekathryndunnshow.com/

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to painter and guitarist Angela Gram. Angela's art focuses on animals and their place in modern post-industrial society. Angela is also a guitarist and plays in a jam band with Sean Kneese ( He plays bass) called Pinkman and the Brain. Angela and Sean talk about their love for death metal, black metal, grindcore, and other genres.  Angela also talks about growing up in a rural area of New Hampshire and how that helped her develop a strong connection with animals, and how it compares to living in Jersey City, where she lives now. Link to Angela's art: https://www.angelagramart.com/Angela's guitarist instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angela.jams/

 In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to writer, poet and artist Rania Watts. Rania is the founder of CCIQ press, a multimedia publishing company that promotes writers, poets, artists and other creators. Rania is passionate about using art and poetry to help people cope with mental health issues and deal with anger and sadness. Other interesting topics discussed in this episode are Star Wars, Philosophy, ghosts/the supernatural, yin and yang, and more. Rania's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/cciqpress

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to musician Jason Gravley of the bands Antitypical and Ven Perp.  Antitypical describe themselves as :"A couple of neurodivergent people making some music." They do a mix of industrial metal, alternative rock and other genres. According to the Ven Perp Facebook page: 'Ven Perp is short for 'venture in perpetuity'. They create alternative rap music, and digital art about living life to the fullest with a raw authenticity that is unrivaled. " Jason talks about their music, being on the autistic spectrum and being "anti-typical", ADHD, Ritalin and other interesting topics.Antitypical bandcamp: https://antitypical.bandcamp.com/releasesVen Perp Bandcamp: https://venperp.bandcamp.com/community

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to actress and martial artist Christine Hillary Lee. Christine is a Brooklyn-born and raised actress to a family of Chinese immigrants. She attended LaGuardia High School, graduating in 2012 and is expected to graduate from the Maggie Flanigan acting training program later this year. Christine has also trained in various martial arts including Muay Thai, Tae Kwon Do, and MMA, since she was 10 years old. A passionate artist with a fierce heart, Christine portrays the powerful Yellow Ranger in a viral Power Rangers web series entitled Power Rangers Unworthy. Topics discussed include TV/film set safety, Alec Baldwin, stunts, the acting industry, the different schools of martial arts, Bruce Lee, Brandon Lee, and more.

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to writer, poet, and bartender Luke Young. Luke also describes himself as a bibliophile, proletarian and factotum. He is of mixed Indigenous and European American heritage. He grew up among Southeast Asian war refugees in Washington and California before moving to Cambodia and Southeast Asia with his parents as a child. He lived overseas for more than twenty years before relocating back to the United States in the autumn of 2017 with his wife and four children. His next collection of poetry is coming from Between Shadows Press. Topics discussed in this episode include being a writer in 2021, indigenous rights, defining success, what it means to be "American", Ayahuasca, and more.

 In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Desirée Justin. Desirée is a professional dancer, actress and and stylist. She previously danced with Boston Ballet, and has performed as an actress in many stage productions in NYC and nationally. In addition to her performance career she is also a successful coach and professional stylist working with actors, photographers and other artists on image consulting and editorial photography. Follow her on instagram @mamades1 and @des_.styles. More recently, Desirée has become interested in improv comedy and has performed in improv shows in NYC and throughout the US.

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to comedian, performance artist, improviser and improv teacher: Sunny Atwall. Sunny has over a decade's worth of public speaking experience. He is a former State Champion in poetry. He has written, acted, and produced several shows for the Indy Fringe festival as well as his own 45 minute Solo Show, Taxi Cab Driver, at SOLOCOM 2019. Sunny has also hosted for the Indy Visitor's Channel which played throughout Indianapolis hotels explaining tourist attractions. Additionally, he produces an all South Asian casted Improv Comedy show for The People's Improv theater. He also is the director of classes and an instructor at the People's Improv Theater and hosts a Friday Improv Jam every Friday at 5pm at the PIt Loft in New York, New York.

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to stand-up comedian and host of the Uncomfy Conversations podcast Shiv Patel about comedy, self-improvement, Neville Goddard, creative visualization, how the pandemic affected comedy, Tik Tok, and more.

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to musician and activist Rostafa about Juneteenth, July 4th, gentrification, Black Lives Matter, and more with musician and activist Rostafa. Rostafa also talks about the second annual Kemit Music Festival, which he is the founder of. This year it falls on July 31th and will take place at the Montclair Brewery Room in Montclair, NJ. Rain date is August 1st. Learn more info and buy tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kemet-music-and-arts-festival-2-tickets-158255547603

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K , Sean Kneese talks to activists Awdah Al-hathalean and Sam Stein about Gaza, Sheikh Jarah, The West Bank and the struggle for Palestinian rights. Awdah and Sam met while Sam was with a group called Jewish Center for Non-Violence. He stayed with Awdah in his home in the Palestinian village of El Kherson for several months and celebrated Ramadan with him and his family. He was with Awdah and other Palestinians as they were being attacked by radical settlers. Sam talks about growing up in an Orthodox Jewish household, and how he started to become more critical of Israeli policy towards Palestinians as he got older. Awdah talks about life in his village El Kherson, life for people in Gaza and the human rights abuses Palestinians face on a regular basis. He also talks about how meeting Sam and other Jewish people fighting for Palestinian rights changed his perspective as well. “Since their first meeting, Sam and Awdah have become best of friends and are living proof that Jews and Palestinians can stand together for justice.Article about Malak Mattar: https://eoinhiggins.substack.com/p/the-last-time-i-felt-young-was-when?fbclid=IwAR1TQ-w3v-WuA7cnlZgabXnh2DOwB5h9F7U1lwijJcKaul-i1HjLl-0dl0oMy podcast with the amazing Malak: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0NysoxFP3SjmnprmFDWxYC?si=5KzrlayHSL-1zUMuhRiN4w&dl_branch=1Malak's BBC appearance: https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-middle-east-57148368Full video clip with Noura Erakat on Katie Halper Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTzcJhOLkkQ&t=283s​Jewish center for Non Violence fundraiser for Women Against Demolitions: https://www.nonviolenceinternational.net/donate_cjnv_special_fund?fbclid=IwAR07L-oMc-VBYdY2JdyYS2M0zlQO4NlngMu5mxDO6R8uZGsPRX52mAt0HxMOther good articles/links/podcasts on this topic: https://theintercept.com/2021/05/14/palestine-israel-hamas-netanyahu-biden/?utm_campaign=theintercept&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwAR2w7g0haWbvPRBcuSeydT-IKA-H79Xcv452LnWskdh8YKkzKGsxFLzHGB0https://theintercept.com/2021/05/12/israel-palestine-jerusalem-social-media/?utm_campaign=theintercept&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwAR2P4vRWCCXpZ3iDo43hqZcOmcUFx8SIwfydnLuYy2tVwuuLu46hWmHJ2nchttps://theintercept.com/2021/05/11/not-fine-video-ultranationalist-frenzy-jerusalem-unsettling/?utm_campaign=theintercept&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwAR1ho6txjqIoU-uuDvsTf3XDciJby3PnAsMzGIaM0vhttps://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20210430-palestinians-facing-eviction-rescued-my-family-says-jewish-professor/?fbclid=IwAR06DBCUutoyxKVxHKAQ5V-uIa38TRgKs9H4qYz-7d89-v-jOeGd53_nqQs#.YJBLzIURcAt.facebook​https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/israel-palestine-lehava-extremist-group-marching-jerusalem?fbclid=IwAR2UhCgrQhI-w5T866a3R5vUv9DCxVssuH8qG19tnQMtYwD1uoZ2bzRDmYIhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/25KcU5gBvfCNJzOH71KEgN?si=4ddef0503ca84782https://open.spotify.com/episode/12HhnHNOtHH1K7A048dMJl?si=307e9b32508940dchttps://open.spotify.com/episode/4BAeWJJImNQfopCjsnn5Nm?si=XN8in4zHTh6KoizyTv_s3A&dl_branch=1https://caitlinjohnstone.substack.com/p/the-israel-narrative-is-crumbling?fbclid=IwAR10VeDc4fRimTU4-HoI7VPjAvbk0NOdmpH4T8LGkl5AUkQq4vVdyZEcOa8

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Danette(IG: @Danettetoycollector ) about her passion for collecting and building toys. Danette has built her own Mystery Science Theater 3000 toys from scratch and collects Jurassic Park toys, Simpsons toys, and various other kinds of toys and retro video games.

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to actress, filmmaker and model Kasia Walczak. Kasia began in the industry as a fashion and pose model then expanded into a working actress who has been in many films, tv shows, music videos, and new media projects. Originally from Poland, Kasia can speak both Polish and English. She also has the ability to create character voices in many dialects and accents. Kasia is also a filmmmaker and editor. Her current finished project, is "Enter Chaos" which she has been submitting to film festivals around the world. In this episode, Kasia talks about her inner spiritual journey that influenced this project and the various characters she plays in it.

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean talks to comedian, performance artist, a podcaster Shawn Wickens. Shawn is a co-host of the Stoner Morning Show and a producer at the Bad Theater Fest/Bad Film Fest. Topics discussed in this episode include the future of comedy after Covid-19, how  everyday life influences art and performing, marijuana legalization, the healing power of comedy, and more.

In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K Sean Kneese talks to Renata De Los Rios:  hair and makeup artist for Troma entertainment, Horror Metal burlesque performer & Spooky mom. Renata talks about balancing her multiple passions with being a mom, her experiences working on set, and more. Renata's Instagram: @bathory1981

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to actor, filmmaker, and editor Patrick Devaney. Devaney is known primarily for crime-based television programs and for creating "Zombie Hunters: City of the Dead", the world's first Zombie-based broadcast television program. Born and raised in New York City, he founded Devarez Films, LLC, in 2008 to handle the business end of Zombie Hunters, and the company has worked in league with Mass Grave Pictures since 2009. Patrick started his performance career as a musician on the 1980's club circuit, performing in legendary venues such as CBGB. After scoring the off-Broadway play "Shadow Trilogy" in 1995, he left the music business and turned his talents to painting, sculpture, and writing. In 2005, he began work on what was to become the Zombie Hunters program. To date, he has appeared in dozens of films (both lead and supporting roles), written over thirty screenplays, acted as general background and with small featured roles in various major television program. He also released "Aemorraghe", a short film based on the short story/comic of the same name by the artist known as Caza, created the upcoming "Mastic PD" web-series, and created the Science-Fantasy film "Impervia", which to date has screened at twenty-seven film festivals around the world. Patrick is regularly acting in a wide variety of Independent films and is in PR-production for three of his latest scripts: "New Zero", "One Flash Of Light", and "Identity Check".

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to actor, improviser, improv teacher and writer Patrick McCartney. Pat teaches acting and improv at the People's Improv Theater in New York, New York and a member of the long-form improv group Centralia Improv.  Patrick talks about how he developed his interest in the arts, applying improv to scripted material, how Covid hurt improv and theater, and his battle with alcoholism and his path to sobriety. Pat's website: HTTP://www.patmcartney.com

 In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K: Sean Kneese talks to singer, writer, and aspiring actor Gabriel Morse. Gabriel talks about growing up poor in a favela of Brazil and realizing his dream of traveling, singing, and acting. He also talks about his experience being gay in Brazil and coming out later in life, the cultural differences between the United States and Brazil, and more.Gabe's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabe_has_arrived/

In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese BS’es with voice actors Kevin Connolly and Danny Kramer about ...well, voice acting! Kevin M. Connolly is best known for voicing the character Kain Fuery in the popular anime series Fullmetal Alchemist and its reboot Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood. He also voiced Harley Hartwell in Case Closed. Danny is most known for his work Pokemon as Raihan and playing various roles on Yu-Gi-Oh as well. Topics discussed include how to get started in the voice acting and voice-over studio, building your own home studio, and more!

 In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to singer/songwriter, actor and UFO investigator Alan Tafoya. Tafoya was born in Dulce, New Mexico and grew up on the Jicarilla Apache reservation.  He has appeared in films and television shows, including the TV series Comanche Moon (as Peta Nacoma) and the Tracker in the series Special Ops Mission, as well as his appearance as himself on the Gladiator vs Apache episode of Deadliest Warrior featuring UFC fighter Chuck Liddell. He also played the lead role of Sitting Bull in the 2016–17 touring stage musical Sitting Bull's Last Waltz.Tafoya talks about the time a UFO came to his reservation, his theories about Bigfoot and UFOs,  his passion for music, breaking into acting as a Native American and more.

In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Shari Piontowskie: dancer, choreographer, and drummer. Shari talks about her experience teaching dance classes, choreography, her pet peeves with musicals, drumming, punk music, hip hop, the universal language of music and dance, and more.

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to mixed-media artist Dana Gambale AKA Dana Danger.  Dana talks about the process behind her art and some of the sculptures she's made by gathering various materials together. Other topics discussed include art, aliens, The Simpsons, Joe Rogan, acrylic painting, creative writing, and more. Dana Gambale's website: http://danagambale.com/

In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to singer/songwriter, actress and poet Rachel Navarro. Rachel talks about her music project: Leaveascar, which she describes as experimental electronic music with hip hop, pop and rock influence. Interesting topics discussed include art and social anxiety, performing virtually during COVID-19,  and more.Leaveascar on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leaveascarr/Rachel's poetry Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/leaveapoem/ Leaveascar on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/61gEO2b8mvJco31FBeMNm1

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Jeff Feo Illescas: beat writer, mental health survivor and anti-racist skinhead. Jeff talks about how Kerouac and the beats inspired his writing, how the original skinhead movement went from being racially inclusive and about working class pride to being associated with the far-right and racists, the alternative music scene in Guatemala, mental health and more.Sean's article on Otto's Shrunken Head that Jeff was featured in but not named: https://medium.com/@BSingwithSeanK/thursday-nights-are-punk-rock-night-at-ottos-shrunken-head-with-dj-pat-pervert-648e50048e70Relevant article entitled "How Skinheads Transformed From Inclusive Youth Movement Into Racist Hate Group": https://allthatsinteresting.com/skinheads-history

 In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Luke Young: poet, journalist and activist. Luke talks about his passion for writing, his indigenous roots, politics, his experiences growing up in Cambodia as a foreigner and more.Luke Young links: https://issuu.com/mclarenrebecca/docs/question1http://www.blackmailpress.com/LY37.htmlhttps://southeastasiaglobe.com/time-for-redemption/https://www.google.com/amp/s/monthlyreview.org/2013/11/01/cambodian-political-history/amp/https://www.cciqpress.com/2019/09/interview-with-poet-luke-young.html?m=1https://m.phnompenhpost.com/7days/you-and-me-teen-sweethearts-wild-20-years-together-kingdom

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to his good friend and former housemate Cristian Yamil Ramos about his project: “Wartime Hidden Victims”: a nonprofit that works to spread awareness about sexual violence against men and boys in conflict and post-conflict settings. Cristian talks about how living in Puerto Rico during Hurricane Maria and being diagnosed with leukemia inspired his activism and other interesting topics. 

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Pari and Ryan of the dark synthwave band Terror Forms. They talk about their music, their new song Opaque, conspiracy theories, UFOs and more. Sean plays their songs “Periscope”, “Paperclip”, and “Combat Stance”(Combat Stance is hidden at the very end of the episode).Terror Form's Bandcamp: https://terrorforms.bandcamp.com/

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to  Malak Mattar:  abstract expressionist artist from the Gaza Strip. Today at age 20, Malak is known for her Picasso-like expressionist faces and abstract designs, painted largely in response to and a way to cope during and following the 51-day Israeli military assault on the Gaza Strip in 2014.  What was originally a form of coping and self-expression became her passion and livelihood, and one that has been appreciated by people far beyond the borders of the Gaza Strip. Since her first watercolor, she has produced hundreds of paintings, which have earned her international recognition, with her paintings being featured in Jerusalem, Spain, Turkey, Costa Rica, India, and the United States. Malak talks about her art and the inspiration behind it, growing up in Gaza and under occupation, the recent Israeli annexation plan, Picasso, racism, travel and more. Link to Malak's Etsy store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MalakArtStoreMalak on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/malak_mattar_artist/Relevant articles/sources: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/palestinians-and-israelis-rally-against-west-bank-annexation-planhttps://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-53139808https://www.amnesty.org/en/latest/news/2020/07/israelopt-unlawful-annexation-plan-promotes-law-of-the-jungle-and-must-be-stopped/Petition to stop annexation: https://www.change.org/p/u-s-senate-oppose-annexation-of-palestinian-land?recruiter=548915396&utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=psf_combo_share_abi&recruited_by_id=978d8320-25de-11e6-8a68-4be4b986ae37

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Alejandro Saldarriaga: buddhist meditation teacher and metal musician from Bogota, Colombia. Topics discussed include, mindfulness, Tibetan Buddhism, mental health and Alejandro's music project the Arcane Insignia.The Arcane Insignia: https://arcaneinsignia.bandcamp.com/

In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K , Sean Kneese talks to Mike Joseph: host of the Detoxicity podcast and the JCC on Radio Free Brooklyn. Topics discussed include racism, empathy, police brutality, mental health and more.Mike's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsmikejoseph/The JCC on Radio Free Brooklyn: https://radiofreebrooklyn.com/show/the-jcc/Links to charities/fundraisers : https://newsone.com/3951059/how-to-help-george-floyd-protesters/https://bringmethenews.com/minnesota-news/a-list-of-fundraisers-to-help-damaged-businesses-organizations-in-minneapolis-and-st-paulKnow your rights: https://constitutionus.com/http://hrlibrary.umn.edu/edumat/studyguides/noncitizens.html

In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K,  Sean Kneese talks to his friend Aura, an Afro-Latina about her experiences with racism, the BLM movement, and current events. Links to charities/fundraisers : https://newsone.com/3951059/how-to-help-george-floyd-protesters/https://bringmethenews.com/minnesota-news/a-list-of-fundraisers-to-help-damaged-businesses-organizations-in-minneapolis-and-st-paul

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to his friend Jelani Williams: a black belt in karate about martial arts and mindfulness.

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to performer, visual artist, self-proclaimed psychotherapist and host of Dr. L:isa Gives a Shit on Radio Free Brooklyn: Lisa Levy. Sean and Lisa talk about her "psychotherapy live" performances, her experiences interviewing guests on her show and other interesting topics.

In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese interviews Dr. Amna Husain about the current COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Husain answers some important questions about the virus and gives advice on how people can stay healthy and safe.Dr. Amna Husain: https://puredirectpediatrics.com/dr-syeda-amna-husain

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to improviser, video editor, and programmer Eric Sanchez. Topics discussed include life under quarantine, improv, and other interesting topics.

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean talks to casting director, producer, intuitive medium and energetic body healer Pamela Kramer. They talk about her "Dying for the Camera" horror acting class Sean took with her and other interesting topics. Pamela's website: http://www.pamelaskramer.com/

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to actor, improviser, sketch writer, WWE interviewer and performance artist Donovan Santiago.

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K(originally aired on Radio Free Brooklyn on 3/16/2020), Sean interviews writer, journalist, photographer and his former professor at Fordham Frank LoBuono of CBS and Sojourner Productions. Frank tells his story of how he got started with journalism, his experience covering 9/11 and other historic events, photography, writing, freedom of speech vs. the right to privacy and more.Frank's writing blog: http://talk-frank.blogspot.com/Sojourner Productions: https://www.mysojournerphotography.com/about

 In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K (originally aired on Radio Free Brooklyn on 3/09/2020) Sean talks with comedian, improviser, actor, tour guide and Bernie Sanders Campaigner Aaron Tabackman about politics, improv and comedy.

In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to writer/director, actress and YouTuber Stephanie Palacino AKA CaFFINEJedi on YouTube. Stephanie talks about her upcoming Amazon Prime mini-series "Drowning in Sunshine" that she wrote, directed and starred in. Other topics include the entertainment industry in the U.K. and L.A.,  YouTube trolls, Star Wars, Game of Thrones, Japan and more.