Our Childhood Sucked

In this episode, the team reads through the second draft and SMJ does the worst intro of all time. This episode was recorded on February 6, 2021. To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked. A big thank you to the supporters of our fundraising campaign this summer. Thank you to Sheryl Frank, Tara Kunkel, Julianne Schaub, Maggie Rodgers, Shima Rayej, Mark Fongheiser, Faulty Stars 1995, Nick Blanchard, Laura Guiterrez, Grace Dillon, Laura Brain, Adnan Ahmed, JM Diab, Katie Dembinski, Jarod Samuelson, Molly Camp, Oliver Richards, Molly Huey, Patricia Truss, Chandler Black, Maddie Dennis-Yates, Ben Eckert, and Tristan Rose Gillia. A new digital version of the play will premiere at the end of 2021! Keep your eyes on our website and Instagram for more announcements.

In this episode, the team wraps up our discussion on race. Among a variety of topics, we discuss replacing Black actors with a different Black actor, disappearing children in Family Matters, Lifetime movies, even more stereotypes, and supporting characters in their sexual endeavors. This episode was recorded on January 19, 2021. To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked. A new digital version of the play will premiere at the end of 2021! Keep your eyes on our website and Instagram for more announcements.

In this episode, the team continues our discussion on race. Among a variety of topics, we discuss the importance of John Wayne, colorism, and common stereotypes. This episode was recorded on January 19, 2021. To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked. A big thank you to the supporters of our fundraising campaign this summer. Thank you to Sheryl Frank, Tara Kunkel, Julianne Schaub, Maggie Rodgers, Shima Rayej, Mark Fongheiser, Faulty Stars 1995, Nick Blanchard, Laura Guiterrez, Grace Dillon, Laura Brain, Adnan Ahmed, JM Diab, Katie Dembinski, Jarod Samuelson, Molly Camp, Oliver Richards, Molly Huey, Patricia Truss, Chandler Black, Maddie Dennis-Yates, Ben Eckert, and Tristan Rose Gillia. A new digital version of the play will premiere at the end of 2021! Keep your eyes on our website and Instagram for more announcements.

In this episode, the team begins our discussion on race. Among a variety of topics, we discuss the importance of hair, being mixed, and “white people music.” This episode was recorded on January 19, 2021. PERFORMANCE ALERT! Keep your eyes peeled for the first in-person reading of our play. Join us at The Tank in NYC on October 16 at 3:00 pm. Tickets are free. This program is made possible by the New York City Artist Corps. A big thank you to the supporters of our fundraising campaign this summer. Thank you to Sheryl Frank, Tara Kunkel, Julianne Schaub, Maggie Rodgers, Shima Rayej, Mark Fongheiser, Faulty Stars 1995, Nick Blanchard, Laura Guiterrez, Grace Dillon, Laura Brain, Adnan Ahmed, JM Diab, Katie Dembinski, Jarod Samuelson, Molly Camp, Oliver Richards, Molly Huey, Patricia Truss, Chandler Black, Maddie Dennis-Yates, Ben Eckert, and Tristan Rose Gillia. To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked.

In this episode, the team wraps up our discussion on how pop culture impacted our relationship with relationships. We also discuss the pop culture we identified with this week. This episode was recorded on December 30, 2020. Special thank you to Ashton Chase for the use of his song "Michel Scott." Check out more of Ashton's great music on Spotify! PERFORMANCE ALERT! Keep your eyes peeled for the first in-person reading of our play. Join us at The Tank in NYC on October 16 at 3:00 pm. Tickets are free. This program is made possible by the New York City Artist Corps. A big thank you to the supporters of our fundraising campaign this summer. Thank you to Sheryl Frank, Tara Kunkel, Julianne Schaub, Maggie Rodgers, Shima Rayej, Mark Fongheiser, Faulty Stars 1995, Nick Blanchard, Laura Guiterrez, Grace Dillon, Laura Brain, Adnan Ahmed, JM Diab, Katie Dembinski, Jarod Samuelson, Molly Camp, Oliver Richards, Molly Huey, Patricia Truss, Chandler Black, Maddie Dennis-Yates, Ben Eckert, and Tristan Rose Gillia. To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked.

In this episode, the team continues our discussion on how pop culture impacted our relationship with relationships. Among a variety of topics, we discuss Twilight, microphone issues, toxicity in relationships, and sexy bad boys. This episode was recorded on December 30, 2020. Special thank you to Ashton Chase for the use of his song "Michel Scott." Check out more of Ashton's great music on Spotify! A big thank you to the supporters of our fundraising campaign this summer. Thank you to Sheryl Frank, Tara Kunkel, Julianne Schaub, Maggie Rodgers, Shima Rayej, Mark Fongheiser, Faulty Stars 1995, Nick Blanchard, Laura Guiterrez, Grace Dillon, Laura Brain, Adnan Ahmed, JM Diab, Katie Dembinski, Jarod Samuelson, Molly Camp, Oliver Richards, Molly Huey, Patricia Truss, Chandler Black, Maddie Dennis-Yates, Ben Eckert, and Tristan Rose Gillia. To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked.

In this episode, the team discusses how pop culture impacted our relationship with relationships. Among a variety of topics, we discuss shipping, simping, Jim & Pam, foxes dating each other in Robin Hood, and inappropriate age gaps. This episode was recorded on December 30, 2020. Special thank you to Ashton Chase for the use of his song "Michel Scott." Check out more of Ashton's great music on Spotify! A big thank you to the supporters of our fundraising campaign this summer. Thank you to Sheryl Frank, Tara Kunkel, Julianne Schaub, Maggie Rodgers, Shima Rayej, Mark Fongheiser, Faulty Stars 1995, Nick Blanchard, Laura Guiterrez, Grace Dillon, Laura Brain, Adnan Ahmed, JM Diab, Katie Dembinski, Jarod Samuelson, Molly Camp, Oliver Richards, Molly Huey, Patricia Truss, Chandler Black, Maddie Dennis-Yates, Ben Eckert, and Tristan Rose Gillia. To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked.

In this episode, the team continues our discussion on how pop culture impacted our relationship with religion. Among a variety of topics, we discuss the similarities between theater and religious gatherings, the power of music, televangelists, and international films. This episode was recorded on November 24, 2020. Special thank you to Ashton Chase for the use of his song "Michel Scott." Check out more of Ashton's great music on Spotify! A big thank you to the supporters of our fundraising campaign this summer. Thank you to Sheryl Frank, Tara Kunkel, Julianne Schaub, Maggie Rodgers, Shima Rayej, Mark Fongheiser, Faulty Stars 1995, Nick Blanchard, Laura Guiterrez, Grace Dillon, Laura Brain, Adnan Ahmed, JM Diab, Katie Dembinski, Jarod Samuelson, Molly Camp, Oliver Richards, Molly Huey, Patricia Truss, Chandler Black, Maddie Dennis-Yates, Ben Eckert, and Tristan Rose Gillia. To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked.

In this episode, our team discusses how pop culture impacted our relationship with religion. Among a variety of topics, we discuss Veggietales, Jewish content & Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, The “Sin Factor,” and the spirituality behind Star Wars. This episode was recorded on November 24, 2020. Special thank you to Ashton Chase for the use of his song "Michel Scott." Check out more of Ashton's great music on Spotify! A big thank you to the supporters of our fundraising campaign this summer. Thank you to Sheryl Frank, Tara Kunkel, Julianne Schaub, Maggie Rodgers, Shima Rayej, Mark Fongheiser, Faulty Stars 1995, Nick Blanchard, Laura Guiterrez, Grace Dillon, Laura Brain, Adnan Ahmed, JM Diab, Katie Dembinski, Jarod Samuelson, Molly Camp, Oliver Richards, Molly Huey, Patricia Truss, Chandler Black, Maddie Dennis-Yates, Ben Eckert, and Tristan Rose Gillia. To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked.

In this episode, our team wraps up our conversation about gender identity and gender expression and begins the process of writing our play. This episode was recorded on November 18, 2020. Special thank you to Ashton Chase for the use of his song "Michel Scott." Check out more of Ashton's great music on Spotify! A big thank you to the supporters of our fundraising campaign this summer. Thank you to Sheryl Frank, Tara Kunkel, Julianne Schaub, Maggie Rodgers, Shima Rayej, Mark Fongheiser, Faulty Stars 1995, Nick Blanchard, Laura Guiterrez, Grace Dillon, Laura Brain, Adnan Ahmed, JM Diab, Katie Dembinski, Jarod Samuelson, Molly Camp, Oliver Richards, Molly Huey, Patricia Truss, Chandler Black, Maddie Dennis-Yates, Ben Eckert, and Tristan Rose Gillia. To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked.

In this episode, our team breaks down how pop culture affected our thoughts and ideas on gender expression and you hear an iconic monologue about the title of this episode. This episode was recorded on November 18, 2020. Special thank you to Ashton Chase for the use of his song "Michel Scott." Check out more of Ashton's great music on Spotify! A big thank you to the supporters of our fundraising campaign this summer. Thank you to Sheryl Frank, Tara Kunkel, Julianne Schaub, Maggie Rodgers, Shima Rayej, Mark Fongheiser, Faulty Stars 1995, Nick Blanchard, Laura Guiterrez, Grace Dillon, Laura Brain, Adnan Ahmed, JM Diab, Katie Dembinski, Jarod Samuelson, Molly Camp, Oliver Richards, Molly Huey, Patricia Truss, Chandler Black, Maddie Dennis-Yates, Ben Eckert, and Tristan Rose Gillia. To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked.

Welcome back to OUR CHILDHOOD SUCKED. In this episode, our team breaks down how pop culture affected our thoughts and ideas on sex and sexuality. Among a variety of topics, we discuss coming out, new feelings, queer animation shows, and being comfortable with ourselves. This episode was recorded on November 11, 2020. Special thank you to Ashton Chase for the use of his song "Michel Scott." Check out more of Ashton's great music on Spotify! A big thank you to the supporters of our fundraising campaign this summer. Thank you to Sheryl Frank, Tara Kunkel, Julianne Schaub, Maggie Rodgers, Shima Rayej, Mark Fongheiser, Faulty Stars 1995, Nick Blanchard, Laura Guiterrez, Grace Dillon, Laura Brain, Adnan Ahmed, JM Diab, Katie Dembinski, Jarod Samuelson, Molly Camp, Oliver Richards, Molly Huey, Patricia Truss, Chandler Black, Maddie Dennis-Yates, Ben Eckert, and Tristan Rose Gillia. To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked.

In this episode, our team breaks down how pop culture affected our thoughts and ideas on sex and sexuality. Among a variety of topics, we discuss coming out, new feelings, queer animation shows, and being comfortable with ourselves. This episode was recorded on November 11, 2020. Special thank you to Ashton Chase for the use of his song "Michel Scott." Check out more of Ashton's great music on Spotify! A big thank you to the supporters of our fundraising campaign this summer. Thank you to Sheryl Frank, Tara Kunkel, Julianne Schaub, Maggie Rodgers, Shima Rayej, Mark Fongheiser, Faulty Stars 1995, Nick Blanchard, Laura Guiterrez, Grace Dillon, Laura Brain, Adnan Ahmed, JM Diab, Katie Dembinski, Jarod Samuelson, Molly Camp, Oliver Richards, Molly Huey, Patricia Truss, Chandler Black, Maddie Dennis-Yates, Ben Eckert, and Tristan Rose Gillia. To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked.

In this episode, we break down how pop culture affected our ideas on sex. Among a variety of topics, we discuss work crushes wearing masks, Britney & Madonna, Spring Awakening & Glee's questionable choices, the pressures of losing virginity, and non-magical sex in Skins. This episode was recorded on November 11, 2020. Special thank you to Ashton Chase for the use of his song "Michel Scott." Check out more of Ashton's great music on Spotify! To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked.

Poisonings, prom, and possessions, oh my! Enjoy the first episode of "Dating Academy", set in the world of Our Childhood Sucked! Written by SMJ Danielle Truss – Manny Talia Frank-Stempel – Jade Alizae Powell - Riley Daniel Kunkel – Chase Stephanie Fongheiser – London and Chris Henri Sudy – Eugene Anne-Marie Pietersma - Alex To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked. PERFORMANCE ALERT! We are going to The Tank in NYC. A virtual workshop of our play will be streaming live on July 16th and 17th at 8:00 pm EST. Tickets range from $5 to 20. More information can be found at our website or at thetanknyc.org If you want to financially support the development of OUR CHILDHOOD SUCKED, we have launched a crowdfunding campaign to raise $2,000 for our Tank performance and future in-person workshops. Visit https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/our-childhood-sucked#/ for more information and donate today.

We continue talking through the effects of pop culture on how we viewed our relationships to our families. Among a variety of topics, we discuss a desire for non-dramatic family arcs, family dynamics in Stranger Things, the power of The Queen's Gambit, and the brilliance of Bojack Horseman. This episode was recorded on October 28, 2020. Special thank you to Ashton Chase for the use of his song "Michel Scott." Check out more of Ashton's great music on Spotify! To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked. PERFORMANCE ALERT! We are going to The Tank in NYC. A virtual workshop of our play will be streaming live on July 16th and 17th at 8:00 pm EST. Tickets range from $5 to 20. More information can be found at our website or at thetanknyc.org If you want to financially support the development of OUR CHILDHOOD SUCKED, we have launched a crowdfunding campaign to raise $2,000 for our Tank performance and future in-person workshops. Visit https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/our-childhood-sucked#/ for more information and donate today.

We begin talking about how pop culture affected our Relationship with Family. Among a variety of topics, we discuss found & chosen families in Boy Meets World and RENT, inside jokes from Avatar: The Last Airbender with your siblings, a 12-hour marathon of Beetleborgs, and the media raising us. This episode was recorded on October 28, 2020. Special thank you to Ashton Chase for the use of his song "Michel Scott." Check out more of Ashton's great music on Spotify! To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked. PERFORMANCE ALERT! We are going to The Tank in NYC. A virtual workshop of our play will be streaming live on July 16th and 17th at 8:00 pm EST. Tickets range from $5 to 20. More information can be found at our website or at thetanknyc.org If you want to financially support the development of OUR CHILDHOOD SUCKED, we have launched a crowdfunding campaign to raise $2,000 for our Tank performance and future in-person workshops. Visit https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/our-childhood-sucked#/ for more information and donate today.

We continue hyping up legendary movies and TV shows from our childhood and dissect what is inspiring us now in this episode. Among a variety of topics, we discuss predominantly white hometowns, K-Dramas, and a very traumatic episode of Dragon Tales. This episode was recorded on October 14, 2020. Special thank you to Ashton Chase for the use of his song "Michel Scott." Check out more of Ashton's great music on Spotify! PERFORMANCE ALERT! We are going to The Tank in NYC. A virtual workshop of our play will be streaming live on July 16th and 17th at 8:00 pm EST. Tickets range from $5 to 20. More information can be found at our website or at thetanknyc.org To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked.

Welcome to OUR CHILDHOOD SUCKED. In this episode, you will meet the team as we begin talking about our Relationship to Media. Among a variety of topics, we discuss “Teardrops on My Guitar,” spoilers for Season 1 of Gundam Wing Zero Zero, Manny Santos from Degrassi The Next Generation, and a very confusing conversation about Little Bear. This episode was recorded on October 14, 2020. Special thank you to Ashton Chase for the use of his song "Michel Scott." Check out more of Ashton's great music on Spotify! PERFORMANCE ALERT! We are going to The Tank in NYC. A virtual workshop of our play will be streaming live on July 16th and 17th at 8:00 pm EST. Tickets range from $5 to 20. More information can be found at our website or at thetanknyc.org To learn more about our project, you can visit www.ourchildhoodsucked.com and follow us on Instagram at ourchildhoodsucked.

Welcome to Our Childhood Sucked! This is a podcast companion to the play of the same name. Over the span of this podcast, you will hear the entire devising process leading up to the first reading of OUR CHILDHOOD SUCKED as part of the Art House Productions INKubator New Play Festival that took place in May 2021. We came together to discuss our most formative yet problematic memories from pop culture in hopes of exposing our (and our audience's) biases, blind spots, & insecurities, naming them, and acknowledging the need to move past our love for nostalgia. Follow us at: https://www.instagram.com/ourchildhoodsucked/