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Stephen Edwards chats with a variety of friends to become Less Dumb about professions, hobbies, and life experiences.

Stephen Edwards


    • Jan 31, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 55m AVG DURATION
    • 36 EPISODES


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    About Reality TV Development

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2020 67:24


    This episode is everything you ever wanted learn about reality television development! Stephen talks with reality TV producer Katelynn Walker about how you shephard a show from idea to fully-formed program.  If you want to learn more about the glamorous world of development, follow Katelynn on Instagram @katelynncwalker. If you are new to the show - welcome! Please subscribe and review us on iTunes! It really does help new people find the show. Enjoy getting Less Dumb! 

    Teaching Math

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2020 60:51


    Get your pencils ready because this episode, Stephen talks with junior college mathematics teacher and vinyl enthusiast Mitchell Pumar. Stephen and Mitchell discuss the difficulties of teaching, finding your path, and maintaining your passion. If you are new to the show - welcome! Please subscribe and review us on iTunes! It really does help new people find the show. Enjoy getting Less Dumb! 

    Kanye West

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2020 58:40


    Less Dumb is back for Season 4 - and boy, does it feel good to be back. This episode, Stephen talks with actor, writer, improvisor Morgan Grobe about all things Kanye West. If you want to see more from Morgan, follow him on instagram @morgangrobe. If you are new to the show - welcome! Please subscribe and review us on iTunes! It really does help new people find the show. Enjoy getting Less Dumb! 

    Season 4 Teaser

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2019 2:08


    Less Dumb is back with Season 4! Give the teaser a listen to hear what Stephen Edwards will be getting Less Dumb about this season.

    Psycichs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2018 49:11


    In this episode, Stephen talks with Leah Rudick about psycichs. And a bonus - they actually have a reading conducted by a real psycich (off-air) and then talk about the results! You should also check out Leah's comedy on Instagram @leahlalaleah and on her website: https://www.leahrudick.com/ The Less Dumb logo is by Jonathan Colomb (@15yardpenalty) and original music by Alex Kliner (@Akliner).

    Shakespeare

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2018 61:05


    This episode has Stephen talking to Shakespeare docent and comedian Nick Ciavarella. Nick will tell you that he has nothing to plug, but here is his website anyway. http://www.nickciavarella.com/ Find something and watch/read/retweet it! The Less Dumb logo is by Jonathan Colomb (@15yardpenalty) and original music by Alex Kliner (@Akliner).

    The Kumano Kodo Trail (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2018 76:57


    This episode has Stephen talking to Cris Cimatu in the finale of a Two Parter. Chris walks us through the remainder of his trip and it's a truly great story. You can follow along with the story by checking out his blog posts at these links: Day 3: http://www.crisantocimatu.com/blog/2017/10/20/the-kumano-kodo-day-chikatsuyu-to-yunomine-onsen; Day 4: http://www.crisantocimatu.com/blog/2017/10/20/the-kumano-kodo-day-4-koguchi-to-okugawa; Day 5:http://www.crisantocimatu.com/blog/2017/10/20/the-kumano-kodo-day-5-okugawa-to-nachi-falls If you haven't listened to Part 1, I highly suggest you check that out first and give his blog a look. http://www.crisantocimatu.com/blog/. The Less Dumb Logo by Jonathan Colomb (@15yardpenalty) and original music by Alex Kliner (@Akliner).

    The Kumano Kodo Trail (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2018 58:41


    This episode has Stephen talking to design genius and expert traveler Cris Cimatu in Part 1 of a Two Parter. Listen to him talk about his trip on the Kumano Kodo Trail. Check out the details on his blog: http://www.crisantocimatu.com/blog/. You can start with day 1: http://www.crisantocimatu.com/blog/2017/10/20/5-days-on-the-kumano-kodo and then follow that up with day 2: http://www.crisantocimatu.com/blog/2017/10/20/the-kumano-kodo-day-2-takahara-to-chikatsuyu The Less Dumb logo is by Jonathan Colomb (@15yardpenalty) and original music by Alex Kliner (@Akliner).

    Music Appreciation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2018 53:13


    This episode has Stephen talking to music enthusiast and all around good person, Jon Pack. If you want to learn more about general appreciation of music and people, follow Jon on Twitter @therealjpack The Less Dumb logo is by Jonathan Colomb (@15yardpenalty) and original music by Alex Kliner (@Akliner).

    Making Your Own Pasta and Movie Making!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2018 61:18


    This episode has Stephen talking to filmaker and pasta enthusiast David Bly. If you want to know more about his movie - and maybe more about pasta check out his website at: www.sweetparents.com The Less Dumb logo is by Jonathan Colomb (@15yardpenalty) and original music by Alex Kliner (@Akliner).

    About Women - Jackie Viscusi

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2018 56:39


    This episode is Stephen talking to Jackie Viscusi in the fifth episode of a five episode arc dedicated to becoming less dumb about women! Follow Jackie on Intagram @jackieviscusi and check out her podcast Am I An A**hole Podacts on iTunes. The Less Dumb logo is by Jonathan Colomb (@15yardpenalty) and original music by Alex Kliner (@Akliner).

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    About Women - Rae Michalik

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2018 59:23


    This episode is Stephen talking to Rae Michalik in the fourth episode of a five episode arc dedicated to becoming less dumb about women! If you like what you hear from Rae, check out here company at: http://www.raeraerockwell.com/ and follow her on Instagram @raerae_rockwell and @merakinarrative The Less Dumb logo is by Jonathan Colomb (@15yardpenalty) and original music by Alex Kliner (@Akliner).

    About Women - Rosie Guarino

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2018 57:32


    This episode is Stephen talking to Rosie Guarino in the third episode of a five episode arc dedicated to becoming less dumb about women! Follow Rosie on Intagram @rosiegu and check out her podcast Am I An A**hole Podacts on iTunes. The Less Dumb logo is by Jonathan Colomb (@15yardpenalty) and original music by Alex Kliner (@Akliner).

    About Women - Jennifer Warwick

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2018 51:17


    This episode is Stephen talking to Jennifer Warwick in the second episode of a five episode arc dedicated to becoming less dumb about women!  The Less Dumb logo is by Jonathan Colomb (@15yardpenalty) and original music by Alex Kliner (@Akliner).

    About Women - Bente Engelstoft

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2018 57:22


    This episode is Stephen talking to the lovely Bente Engelstoft (@Benteingrid) in the first episode of a five episode arc dedicated to becoming less dumb about women!  The Less Dumb logo is by Jonathan Colomb (@15yardpenalty) and original music by Alex Kliner (@Akliner).

    Season 3 Teaser

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2018 2:04


    Less Dumb is back with Season 3! Give the teaser a listen to hear what Stephen Edwards will be getting Less Dumb about this season.

    About Composing

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2017 67:56


    Stephen and Drew chat with the man behind the music of Less Dumb, friend of the podcast, and all-around spectacular musician, composer, and sound designer Alex Kliner! A big Thank You to the man himself @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review! 

    About Marathon Running

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2017 58:37


    Stephen and Drew chat with Alta Schlosser about running, injuries, and marathons/half marathons/ultra marathons. And you'll learn what a "fluid station" is - and it's not as dirty as you think! A big Thank You to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review! 

    About Linguistics

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2017 55:31


    Stephen and Drew speak with Sally Unger about linguistics, ELL (English Language Learner), education, and the importance of being multilingual. And if you would like to hear some more good information and some funnies - follow her on Twitter @srtaunger. And a big Thank You to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review! 

    About Broadway

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2017 64:58


    Stephen and Drew chat with Eric Petersen all about his career on Broadway starring in Shrek the Musical, School of Rock, and a new project (ooooh). And the huge THANK YOUs to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review! 

    About Working for The Second City Chicago

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2017 62:32


    Stephen and Drew chat with Rashawn Scott about her career in comedy and how she made it from The Upfront in Bellingham, WA to the mainstage of The Second City in Chicago, IL. And the huge THANK YOUs to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review! 

    About Greyhound Racing

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2017 57:56


    Stephen and Drew chat with Kent Loomer about the sport of greyhound racing, it's beginnings, adoption of former racers and the fastest couch potatos around. And the huge THANK YOUs to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review! 

    About Virtual Reality

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2017 68:21


    Stephen and Drew chat with Chris Longman about the future of virtual realtiy, the new technology that's been around for a while and exploring new worlds from the comfort of your own home. And the huge THANK YOUs to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review! 

    About Ringside Announcing

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2017 55:10


    Stephen and Drew chat with Kenny Davis about his career in Ringside Annoucing for MMA, Boxing, and Pro Wrestling. Check out Kenny's work by liking his page at: https://www.facebook.com/thekennyarea. And the huge THANK YOUs to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review! 

    About VO in Anime and Video Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2017 62:28


    Stephen and Drew chat with Jalen Cassell actor/director/writer about working on translating, acting and directing voice over for video games and Japanese anime. See and hear more about Jalen at www.jalenkcassell.com. And the biggest of big THANK YOU's to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review! 

    About Season Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2017 1:02


    Stephen and Drew chat about SEASON TWO! It's coming 9/12.  If you missed any of the Season One episodes, go ahead back through the archives and give them a listen. And another big THANK YOU to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review just in time for SEASON TWO! 

    About Drew

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2017 72:04


    While roadtripping, Stephen chats with Drew about his early improv experiences in an intense anti-drug, anti-alcohol improv troupe during his formatice high school years. This is the Season 1 finale - if you missed any of the previous episodes go ahead back through the archives and give them a listen. HUGE THANK YOUs to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo. Check them out and maybe pay them to make some stuff for you! There is still time to subscribe and review before Season 2!

    About Stephen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2017 60:13


    While roadtripping Drew chats with Stephen about his childhood, his near career in law enforcement and how he ended up in comedy. See what our host looks like in real life on Instagram @stephenmedwards And the biggest of big THANK YOU's to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review! 

    About Growing Up Abroad

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2017 65:17


    Stephen and Drew chat with Bente Engelstroft about growing up as a first generation American, going to a Danish boarding school and making her way toward Chicago through Scotland. Go see Bente live at io West on the third Saturday of every month for her storytelling show Oral: A Storytelling Hour. Also, check her out on Instagram at @BenteIngrid. And the biggest of big THANK YOU's to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review! 

    About Being a Model/Stand Up Comic

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2017 57:02


    Stephen and Drew chat with Kate Herman about career in modeling and the differences between her NY and LA stand up comedy experiences. Check out her (and her cat) on Instagram at @scotchthecat. And the biggest of big THANK YOU's to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review! 

    About Being A Geologist

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2017 57:33


    Stephen and Drew chat with Jonathan Colomb about his passions for Paleontology and career studying and cleaning up deadly chemicals and hazardous materials.   Check out Jon's Instagram @15YardPenalty and his twitter @15YardPenalty, he somtimes posts work stuff there!   And another big THANK YOU to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review! 

    About Making Board Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2017 59:47


    Stephen and Drew chat with Ben Eisner in Portland about creating Board Games - covering crowd sourced artistic projects, licensing your work and a game Drew played once. Learn more about March of the Ants @ https://weirdcitygames.com/   There is still time to donate to The Grimm Forest Kickstarter at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/druidcitygames/the-grimm-forest/description And another big THANK YOU to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review! 

    About Being A Therapist

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2017 63:02


    Stephen and Drew chat with Dr. Jonathan Brady about being a Therapist - covering the stresses and triumphs of his practice with a (totally not awkward) free session for Drew.     Check out Dr. Brady at http://www.bradyesque.com/ And another big THANK YOU to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review!             

    About Being A Neuroscientist

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2017 60:38


    Stephen and Drew chat with Dr. Kristina Uban about a career in Neuroscience - covering life changing research projects, the importance of gender in clinical trials and the hard life of a scientist. THANK YOU to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review! 

    About Being A Professional Dancer/Choreographer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2017 53:30


    Stephen and Drew chat with Ray Garcia about his career in dance and choeragraphy - covering Liberace, Burlesque in Amsterdam and Italian lovers. See him LIVE at http://www.chicosangels.com.  THANK YOU to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review! 

    About Being A Cosplayer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2017 53:35


    Stephen and Drew chat with Spencer Neustadt about his life as a professional/amateur cosplayer - covering the convention scene, costume construction and some lesser know (but extremly cool) X-Men characters. THANK YOU to @akliner for our music and http://www.crisantocimatu.com for our logo! Give them a shout if you like what you see/hear. Also, please subscribe and review!   

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