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.

Two special guests this week. Well, two goofs without a guest. Hackattack and the Faro talk about poverty, rural living, and privilege in a guestless episode that should not be missed. The hilarity ensues as they navigate five dollar words and epic life experiences. 

Presenting the fabulous, the uncompromising Josh and Thomas. These classy gentlemen talk to us about life, love, and the pursuit of happiness. Their courage and adventurous spirits have taken them from Salt Lake to New York and back again. 

They're back! Not your mother's sequel. We rejoin Ari for more in depth conversation about her world travels and scientific observations on current events. No topic is out of reach. She discusses erotic Japanese performance art, cult of personality, and the behaviorist's take on insurrection. 

She's bold. She's bad. She's beautiful. Ari gives us a tour of her life experiences and philosophies. That's right. In between being a behavioral specialist and gear head, she is a bad ass snowboarder, a trail rider, rock climber, and world traveler. In part one, we dive into 90s action hits, being an empowered woman, toxic masculinity, crazy dates, and the dos and don'ts of surviving an avalanche. She's too fascinating and insightful for just one episode. Don't miss part two.

Mike is strong of body, but his power is in his heart and mind. He's a photographer, a graphic designer, a personal trainer, and an all around sweet heart of a man. He wears many hats and gives us a look at his collection. He talks to us about his Chicago roots, his wild Utah adventure, and his experiences as a black man in America. No domino is left standing. 

How many heart breaks and heart surgeries can one person go through and still maintain that every day above ground is a bonus? Patrick talks wilderness living, the world of the biathlon, heart aches, psych wards, and a super duper secret bub club. Again, nothing is sacred and nothing is off limits.

Two average folk from Salt Lake City looking to tell ordinary people's extraordinary stories. Every story matters. Everyone has a story to tell. What will they talk about? They're not even sure. Who will listen? They have no idea. Why would anybody listen?  Maybe because in an ever expanding world we are less connected as we get more connected. Maybe because they'll bring a little new Salt flavor to an otherwise comfortable meal. Maybe because Utah is a place unlike any other, a hidden gem that is becoming shinier and shinier. Maybe just because people will find out a little more about a world they thought they knew so well.

People congregate in the most interesting places. On this episode, we bring the barbershop to the podcast. No subject is off limits in the chair. Sarah ventures into the realms of entering and exiting Mormonism, car wrecks, breath work, non weddings, psychedelic healing, and the sanctity of the barber/client relationship. 

In our second episode, we find our heroes on a quest for knowledge when they come upon the great Oracle Tenenbaum. Nathaniel Tenenbaum, actor, writer, and international man of mystery discusses his worldly travels, kinks and quirks, identity politics, and possibly his super secret middle name.