Island of Discarded Women

Our beautiful December show! Special guest Patty Wetterling, a searching mom for over 27 years, graciously shares with Sue her journey of hope to find her son Jacob. Musical guest Leslie Vincent admires the courage of her grandmother and the spirit of a friend in two original songs. Guest contributor Rosanna Staffa yearns to meet... The post Ep. 31 Journey of Hope – LIVE – with guests Patty Wetterling & Leslie Vincent appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

It's here! Our joy-filled November Show! Special guest Roxane Battle brings us boundless pockets of joy through her best-selling book and her new work with behavioral health. Thrilling alt string duo The OK Factor, share original tunes about finding a moment to be at 30,000 ft, and experiencing bumbling puppy joy. Zippy celebrates a floating... The post Ep. 30 Choosing Joy – LIVE – with guests Roxane Battle & The OK Factor! appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

Special guest, writer Marcie Rendon, highlights the brilliance and resiliency of native people through her mystery novels and a searing new play, “Say Their Names,” with excerpts read by Oogie_Push. Musical guest Jaspar Lepak sings and shares personally about living the choices she can make. Cathy Gasiorowicz tells a story about the dementia that broke... The post Ep. 29 She is Fierce – LIVE – with guests Marcie Rendon & Jaspar Lepak appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

Gathering on the 21st anniversary of September 11th, our special guest, Dr. Pauline Boss, who coined the term “ambiguous loss,” reminds us that closure is a myth. Shanan Custer, with help from Rhiannon Fiskradatz, recounts being at the most magical place on earth that day. Sue Scott writes to Liz Cheney with a plea. Zippy... The post Ep. 28 Resilience – LIVE – with guests Dr. Pauline Boss & Rhiannon Fiskradatz appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

Our special guest, Mikki Morrissette publisher of Minnesota Women's Press, shares her journey from choosing single motherhood to owning a magazine. Musical guest Courtney Yasmineh, is still making it big one song at a time. Dae is newly engaged and decides that she is enough. Zippy strives for less noise and more truth. And Sue... The post Ep. 27 We Are Enough – LIVE – with guests Mikki Morrissette & Courtney Yasmineh appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

Fearless independent journalist Georgia Fort shares her journey to change the narrative. Musical guest, Judah Gardner challenges us to stand firm. Dae Yang sings about a heartfelt personal discovery. Zippy Laske with friends Mahle Roth & Haley Garland, implore her daughters to enjoy the ride. Brittany Delaney wonders if her name can save her. And... The post Ep. 26 Digging Deep – LIVE – with guests Georgia Fort & Judah Gardner appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

In this powerful show, iconic singer Ann Reed honors the original Mother's Day and our heroes. Comedian Mary Jo Pehl reads from her new memoir, out now, “Dumb, Dumb, Dumb, My Mother's Book Reviews.”  Performer Jennifer Baldwin Peden advocates for her sons, one with Down Syndrome. Brittany Delaney sees her mother in herself. Zippy Laske... The post Ep. 25 Nurturers – LIVE – with guests Ann Reed, Mary Jo Pehl & Jennifer Baldwin Peden appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

Guest Dr. Artika Tyner, civil rights lawyer, educator and founder of Planting People Growing Justice talks about making a difference in real time for future leaders of color. Powerhouse singer Rachel Kurtz, encourages young women and LGBTQ kids to live strong! Dae Yang, with help from Zippy Laske, finds herself through her name. Silvia Pontaza... The post Ep. 24 In Real Time – LIVE – with guests Dr. Artika Tyner & Rachel Kurtz first appeared on Island of Discarded Women podcast. The post Ep. 24 In Real Time – LIVE – with guests Dr. Artika Tyner & Rachel Kurtz appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

W​e are Standing with Ukraine​ via musical guest Natalie Nowytski​! ​F​ounder of Global Rights for Women​,​ Cheryl Thomas, helps us think legally about violence against women​.​ Brittany Delaney unpacks a metaphor and becomes a warrior​.​ ​+ Sue Scott ​and​ Zippy Laske thank Bill Penzey and his “every kind of very kind people!” ​Episode Details Island of Discarded... The post Ep. 23 Courage – LIVE – with guests Cheryl Thomas & Natalie Nowytski appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

It's our February episode! Special guest Carolyn shares with Sue her journey from incarcerated teen to celebrated literary arts advocate. Brittany offers up a mistaken door that led to healing. Silvia recounts a phone number that changed her life. And musical guest Ivory Doublette sings the original “We Are One” with Zippy Laske and Tim... The post Ep. 22 Divine Interventions – LIVE – with guest Carolyn Holbrook appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

It's our December show! Special guest, broadcast journalist Cathy Wurzer, shares her joy-filled, inspiring work. Musical guest Jennifer Grimm, with husband Joe Cruz, brings us a little holiday. Guest Carole Jean Anderson is grateful to be creative again. Zippy Laske aspires to be somebody's somebody, + Dae Yang, Silvia Pontaza & Sue Scott. Episode Details... The post Ep. 21 Grateful – LIVE – with guests Cathy Wurzer and Jennifer Grimm appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

Special guest and Documentarian, Melissa Olson, shares her journey of discovering the truth. Musical guest Kat Perkins asks us to live fearlessly! Cast members Shanan Custer, Dae Yang, Silvia Pontaza and Sue Scott tell stories that make sense…now. And Zippy Laske wants us to shine like the moon! Episode Details Island of Discarded Women Episode... The post Ep. 20 Figuring It Out – LIVE – with guests Melissa Olson and Kat Perkins appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

We are live again! Guest Betty Folliard, founder of ERAMN, enlightens us on her tireless fight for equal rights for women. Brittany Delaney delivers a stirring poem about Justice. Zippy Laske asks us to make peace with our shadows. Musical guest Nora Montanez Patterson performs her original tribute to the activist Dolores Huerta from the... The post Ep. 19 LIVE AGAIN! – with guest Betty Folliard appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

We are remembering, honoring and paying attention.  Jearlyn Steele, shares family joys and tragedies and ultimately decides to keep on singing. Candace Barrett Birk remembers the father she never knew. And Sue wonders about the racial history we didn't learn in the 5th grade. Plus, a shout out to our newest graduate, Dae Yang! EPISODE... The post Ep. 18 Remembering – with special guest Jearlyn Steele appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

Jennifer had stayed silent for decades, but when she finally revealed to her family that she had been sexually abused as a child by a family member, she was silenced all over again. She shares her ongoing journey towards breaking the silence. Plus, Holly, a licensed psychologist, provides insight into child sexual abuse within the... The post Ep. 17 Healing the Silence – with special guest Jennifer, a survivor appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

Searching for Grace, Hope and Gratitude during these unsettling times. Sue talks with 3 women of faith. Regina delivers a powerful poem by Brittany Delaney, Shanan mourns virtually and Miri, the Lava Lamp, masks up! EPISODE DETAILS Island of Discarded Women Episode #16 was directed and produced by Sue Scott Written by Brittany Delaney, Shanan... The post Ep. 16 Grace – with Pastor Ingrid Rasmussen, Rabbi Shosh Dworsky & Sister Jane McDonald appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

Just in time for the Georgia Runoff Elections!  This very timely excerpt from Ep. 5 was recorded LIVE from Minneapolis in August 2019. To support the Georgia runoff effort, please go to fairfight.com, the incredible organization founded by rock star, Stacey Abrams! BONUS DETAILS “Dear Mitch” was written and performed by Sue Scott Song written... The post Bonus: “Dear Mitch” A Relevant Replay for the Runoff! appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

EPISODE DETAILS Celebrating women speaking out! Shanan takes a train to an inauguration. Brittany Delaney wonders if she can be a Ruth. Dawn does the 19th Amendment in minutes. Sue votes from her heart.  Special guest, History Professor Duchess Harris, fills in the blanks and R&B singer Kelley Hunt gets us on our feet! Island... The post Ep. 15 Stand Up – with Guest Duchess Harris appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

EPISODE DETAILS Three conversations with three strong Black women. All in the arts. All with insightful personal stories to share. Plus, Sue and Zippy deliver an ode to a woman we all know and maybe wish we didn’t. Island of Discarded Women Episode #14 was directed and produced by Sue Scott Written by Sue Scott... The post Ep. 14 Insight – with Regina Marie Williams, Isabell Monk O’Connor & Kelli Foster Warder appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

EPISODE DETAILS In our second “from home” episode, we reflect and react to the murder of George Floyd and the ongoing pandemic.  Dae talks about “living while Asian” in this time of COVID. Shanan lets us know that the Anger Hut has reopened, sort of. Regina, brings a searing Nina Simone song to life.  New... The post Ep. 13 Listening – with Guest Sarah Lynne RN appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

EPISODE DETAILS In our first episode from home, we attempt an Island Zoom. Mo unearths an historical reference. Shanan shares her diary. Nancy visits her brave dentist. Sue wonders What If. Zippy’s song, “Holding Onto Faith,” soothes our souls. And our special guests are a mother and son. One is no longer with us. The... The post Ep. 12 Who’s Zooming Whom? – In Quarantine – with Guests Fran & Drew Jansen appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

EPISODE DETAILS Before we were “flattening the curve,” we were LIVE for International Women’s Day! Silvia shares her story of immigrating from Guatemala. Sue wonders when it will be the RIGHT time for a woman president. Dae relives a heart racing simulation of fleeing Laos. Special guest, Amy Matthews rebuilds your home and rebuilds her... The post Ep. 11 International Women’s Day – LIVE – with Guest Amy Matthews appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

EPISODE DETAILS LIVE! Opening night in our NEW home, Crooners Supper Club! Lorna Landvik joins the Islanders and finds out that confidence is a muscle that needs flexing. Sue honors Mary Engelbreit’s courage. Zippy learns to say NO in “Straight from the Heart.” And special guest, Nekima Levy Armstrong shares her journey from South-Central LA,... The post Ep. 10 Confidence – LIVE – with Guest Nekima Levy Armstrong appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

EPISODE DETAILS LIVE! Our special guest, transgender trailblazer, Susan Kimberly, shares her very personal story. We hear a piece from her new play. The cast examines their faith. And a visitor washes up.  Island of Discarded Women Episode #9 was directed and produced by Sue Scott Cast: Dae Yang, Nancy Bagshaw Reasoner, Silvia Pontaza and... The post Ep. 9 Faith -LIVE- with Guest Susan Kimberly appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

EPISODE DETAILS LIVE! The puppets crash the climate party. Nancy dreams of a Dr. Kildare shirt. Dae notes that strings are attached. Sue gets wrapped up in parody. Simone sings of diamonds and souls. And special guest Kim Insley talks sleeping in and moving on. Island of Discarded Women Episode #8 was directed and produced... The post Ep. 8 Strings Attached – LIVE – with Guest Kim Insley appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

EPISODE DETAILS LIVE! The signs from the crowd get real. Shanan and Kate celebrate 16. Sue wonders if women ruled. Zippy sings about 2 things a girl should be. And funny author, Lorna Landvik, talks dreaming in full-blown characters and movie deals.  Island of Discarded Women Episode #7 was directed and produced by Sue Scott... The post Ep. 7 How Dare She – LIVE – with Guest Lorna Landvik appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

EPISODE DETAILS LIVE! “End of the World” rehearsals begin. Sue honors the shoulders we’re standing on. The audience joins in and sounds off. Zippy sings about Boundless Rage. A tribute to Emma Lazarus. Nancy loves turning 70. AND special guest, Kevyn Burger, talks doing it all: TV, radio and print, with wit and grace. Island... The post Ep. 6 Boundless Rage – LIVE – with Guest Kevyn Burger appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

EPISODE DETAILS LIVE from the Nord Social Hall! Shanan cancels her membership. Mo asks all to share stories of their female influencers. Sue and Zippy, make an appeal at the Open Mic to all the older white guys in power. AND special guest, Children’s book author and illustrator, Nancy Carlson, tells us how her husband’s... The post Ep. 5 Dear Mitch – LIVE – with Guest Nancy Carlson appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

EPISODE DETAILS LIVE from the Nord Social Hall in Minneapolis! Paula Poundstone visits Sue in her dreams and tells her what to do. Mo “arrives” on the island to write a book and shares her story at the Open Mic. All write letters home. Zippy’s new song asks to “Trust Me.” Sue sits down with... The post Ep. 4 Trust Me – LIVE – with Guest Robin Hickman appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

Episode Details First of our monthly LIVE episodes at the NORD SOCIAL HALL in Minneapolis! Sue asks Miri about a Plan B, New wash up, Nancy, announces the auditions for her play, The End of the World, Dae shares a beautifully personal story and Zippy Laske follows with an original song. For the conversation, Sue... The post Ep. 3 Plan B – LIVE – with Guest Ann Kim appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

Episode Details LIVE from the Twin Cities Women’s Expo! Sue pitches her podcast, visits the Anger Hut and sits down with her special guest, the explorer, Ann Bancroft! Island of Discarded Women Episode #2 was produced by Sue Scott  Written by Sue Scott, Shanan Custer and Laura Buchholz  Cast: Shanan Custer, Silvia Pontaza, Dexieng Yang, Candace Barrett... The post Ep. 2 The Pitch – LIVE – with Guest Ann Bancroft appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

EPISODE DETAILS Veteran radio actor Sue Scott, having been “put out to pasture,” has just washed up on the island. Dazed and confused, she sets out on a mission to discover what this island is all about, why all these amazing women are here and ultimately, what’s next. Island of Discarded Women Pilot/Episode #1 was produced by Sue... The post Ep. 1 Washing Up – PILOT – with Guest Roxane Battle appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

EPISODE DETAILS A quick spin through the island set up and then Sue sits down with Paula P. before her gig in St. Cloud, MN! This is just a taste of the conversation with Paula. The full conversation will be part of the forthcoming episode #3. This two Minute Trailer was produced by Sue Scott and... The post Trailer – with Guest Paula Poundstone appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.

Episode Details “Fly Away” written and performed for this podcast by Zippy Laske Audio Engineering and Final Mix by Egg Music Studios, Minneapolis The post Theme Song – for Island of Discarded Women appeared first on Island of Discarded Women podcast.