Raff's Brain

Raff's Brain is a show about things that are interesting to me, Rob Raffety.www.RobRaffety.comCall the Raff's Brain Hotline!Pick a topic, make a statement, ask a question!571-408-8058===Outline of Episode 0 1. **Introduction**   - Host introduces the show, Raff's Brain, and shares his excitement about relaunching the podcast after a long hiatus.   - Mentions that this is the fourth attempt at the podcast, with a positive outlook on it being the best attempt yet.2. **Background and History of Raff's Brain Podcast**   - Details the various iterations of the podcast, starting in January 2020, and the evolution of its content over time.   - Explains the initial focus on a one-man show and transition to documenting experiences in an MFA program.   - Describes personal health crises that led to a pause in the podcast and graduate studies.   - Talks about the short-lived third attempt at the podcast in July 2022.3. **Content and Format of the New Podcast (Raff's Brain 4.0)**   - Introduces the wide-ranging content of the new podcast, focusing on things that interest the host.   - Mentions topics like screenwriting, hot yoga, snack foods, American history, music, and more.   - Discusses the potential for audience engagement through a call-in show and social media platforms.   - Outlines plans for varied formats, including video, audio, live streams, and potential live events.4. **Future Plans and Aspirations**   - Talks about potential future developments, such as live events or performances, impromptu interviews, and written content on platforms like Substack.   - Mentions the idea of setting up a Patreon channel or other crowdfunding platforms for financial support.   - Expresses gratitude to the audience for their support and excitement about the future of the podcast.5. **Call to Action**   - Encourages listeners to call the Raff's Brain hotline with feedback, suggestions, or questions.   - Expresses gratitude to the audience for being part of the Brainiacs community and looks forward to the future of the show.6. **Conclusion**   - Wraps up the episode with a thank you to the listeners for their support and excitement about relaunching the podcast.   - Signs off with a positive message and a promise of more content to come.

Episode 3 of Blockchain Blockhead is an audio file ripped from a narrated slide deck presentation that the founders of 1863nft have been using as a recruiting tool for developers. We're actively seeking someone with technical expertise to assist us with the programming of smart contracts and minting of the NFTs - if you know someone who fits the bill, hit us up!Tweet the project @1863nftTweet me @RobRaffety

Episode 2 of Blockchain Blockhead is the ripped audio file from the embedded YouTube video on the "About Page" of the 1863nft website.  The episode provides some additional context for the "why?" behind 1863nft. Check out the video slide deck on YouTube!  Let me know what you think!Tweet the project @1863nftTweet me @RobRaffety

This episode of Raff's Brain - Experimental Storytime Project Beta is a replay of the January 15, 2020 episode of Raff's Brain titled "Year One Birthday Special." I'm considering producing more content like this. What do you think?TWEET ME @RobRaffety! 

Episode one of Raff's Brain - Creative Convos feat. my interview with Olivier Ballou! Check out Olivier's project VAL-D'OR on Instagram. Also, be sure to check out Storyline - the trend guessing game - another one of Olivier's cool creative projects. Let me know what you think!TWEET ME @RobRaffety

The inaugural episode of Blockchain Blockhead features a recording from Twitter Spaces hosted by the 1863nft project, including founding members Rob Raffety, Jason "Stew" Wilhelm, Mike Malfregeot, and Jeff Noah.1863nft is the world's first state-themed NFT project - a celebration of community, art, and innovation - all things West Virginia! For more information about this project visit: www.1863nft.com.Let me know what you think!Tweet the project @1863nft Tweet me @RobRaffety

Happy Independence Day! After two incomplete seasons and a nearly six month hiatus from podcasting, RAFF'S BRAIN IS BACK, BABY!Today's episode marks the official re-reboot of the show - Raff's Brain 3.0! In this episode, I lay out my ambitions for Raff's Brain podcast moving forward.  Brace yourselves, Brainiacs - we're about to take this show to the moon! Thanks for listening and stay tuned for lots of new content in the days and weeks ahead! Happy 4th!Enjoy and let me know what you think!Check out 1863nft, the world's first state-themed NFT project about all things West Virginia! www.1863nft.comTweet Me! @RobRaffety

After a nearly three month hiatus, Rob returns to offer a brief update of the future of the show. Raff's Brain will undoubtedly continue in some form to be determined. Stay tuned!

This episode of Raff's Brain includes some exciting updates on Rob's three classes this fall - History of American Screenwriting, Writing Landscapes, and Thesis I. The series includes an accompanying blog, where Rob occasionally posts various drafts of his class projects and homework assignments for vanity and public humiliation.

After a three month hiatus, Raff's Brain returns for Season Two Year Two: The MFA Chronicles! This episode includes some exciting updates on Rob's professional life, a recap of his summer residency in Pittsburgh, and a preview of his three class for the fall 2021 semester. The series includes an accompanying blog, where Rob occasionally posts various drafts of his class projects and homework assignments for vanity and public humiliation.

This episode of Raff's Brain Season Two: The MFA Chronicles includes a second semester wrap up and reflections on Rob's performance in the Yale Cabaret's Rough Drafts Festival. The series includes an accompanying blog, where Rob posts various drafts of his class projects and homework assignments for vanity and public humiliation.

In this ~2 min. update Rob shares exciting news about his upcoming performance at the 2021 Yale Cabaret Rough Drafts Festival.  On Saturday, May 1 at 4pm EST Rob will perform excerpts from his solo show in progress, c/o The Popcorn King! 

This episode of Raff's Brain Season Two: The MFA Chronicles includes an attenuated discussion of Housekeeping, Course Updates, and Project Updates, as well as a major announcement about Rob's latest creative challenge. The series includes an accompanying blog, where Rob posts rough drafts of his class projects and homework assignments for vanity and public humiliation.

There's some exciting news to share - you won't want to miss it! Episode seven of Raff's Brain Season Two: The MFA Chronicles includes a discussion of Housekeeping, Course Updates, and Project Updates (each complete with bumper muzak).  This podcast series includes an accompanying blog, where Rob posts various drafts of his projects and class assignments for public humiliation.

Episode six of Raff's Brain Season Two: The MFA Chronicles, in which Rob presents his new approach to structuring the show: Housekeeping, Course Updates, and Project Updates (each complete with bumper muzak). This podcast series includes an accompanying blog, where Rob posts various drafts of his projects and class assignments for public humiliation.

Let's try something new.

Episode five of Raff's Brain Season Two: The MFA Chronicles, in which Rob discusses some ideas he may pursue in the spring semester of the program. In particular, Rob is challenged to decide whether to write a screenplay, stage play, or new media project. He has lots of half-baked ideas but is having trouble making up his mind. This podcast series includes an accompanying blog, where Rob posts various drafts of his projects and assignments for public humiliation.

Episode four of Raff's Brain Season Two: The MFA Chronicles, in which Rob discusses his third month in the program. In particular, Rob provides updates on his theory class and his playwriting class. This podcast series includes an accompanying blog, where Rob posts various drafts of his projects and assignments for public humiliation.

Episode three of Raff's Brain Season Two: The MFA Chronicles, in which Rob discusses his second month in the program. In particular, Rob provides updates on his theory class and his screenwriting class. This podcast series includes an accompanying blog, where Rob posts various drafts of his projects and assignments for public humiliation.

Episode two of Raff's Brain Season Two: The MFA Chronicles, in which Rob discusses his first month in the program. In particular, Rob reviews his theory class and this screenwriting class, which are very distinct in nature. This podcast series includes an accompanying blog, where Rob posts various drafts of his projects and assignments for public humiliation.

The debut episode of Raff's Brain Season Two: The MFA Chronicles, in which Rob explains the show's pivot to documenting his forthcoming two year journey in an asynchronous low-residency graduate degree program in writing for screen and stage. The project also includes an accompanying blog, where Rob will post his projects and assignments for public humiliation over the course of the program.

This is the tenth episode of Raff's Brain, a show about the creative process hosted by Arlington, VA-based writer and performer, Rob Raffety.Raff's Brain presents periodic updates on a forthcoming one-man show that Rob did not perform as part of the the 2020 Capital Fringe Festival, which like many other things this year has been completely derailed by the cursed COVID-19. In this episode, Rob summarizes key lessons from the dumpster fire of the least eight months and discusses an exciting forthcoming transformation to the show for season two, which will launch on or around September 1, 2020.

This is the ninth episode of Raff's Brain, a show about the creative process hosted by Arlington, VA-based writer and performer, Rob Raffety.Raff's Brain presents periodic updates on a forthcoming one-man show that Rob will not be performed as part of the the 2020 Capital Fringe Festival, which like many other things this year has been completely derailed by the cursed COVID-19. In this episode, Rob provides some thoughts on how he might repurpose this podcast for broader creative purposes. But honestly who knows at this point what will become of it?

This is the eighth episode of Raff's Brain, a show about the creative process hosted by Arlington, VA-based writer and performer, Rob Raffety.Raff's Brain presents periodic updates on a forthcoming one-man show that Rob will perform as part of the the 2020 Capital Fringe Festival. In this episode, Rob provides a critical update on the status of the festival and assesses his options moving forward.

This is the seventh episode of Raff's Brain, a show about the creative process hosted by Arlington, VA-based writer and performer, Rob Raffety.Raff's Brain presents periodic updates on a forthcoming one-man show that Rob will perform as part of the the 2020 Capital Fringe Festival. In this episode, Rob discusses the implications of COVID-19 on the logistical and creative aspects of his forthcoming show, American Pop! Rob also shares an update on the project itself, including a chapter and verse description of the structural framework that will guide his future efforts.

This is the sixth episode of Raff's Brain, a show about the creative process hosted by Arlington, VA-based writer and performer, Rob Raffety.Raff's Brain presents periodic updates on a forthcoming one-man show that Rob will perform as part of the the 2020 Capital Fringe Festival. In this "sneak attack" episode, Rob just had a sudden idea he wanted to share regarding the possible future trajectory of his creative endeavors.

This is the fifth episode of Raff's Brain, a show about the creative process hosted by Arlington, VA-based writer and performer, Rob Raffety.Raff's Brain presents periodic updates on a forthcoming one-man show that Rob will perform as part of the the 2020 Capital Fringe Festival. In this episode, Rob presents a laundry list of things that divide Americans today, which he compiled from his Facebook friends. Rob explains how the opening this show will include some references to these divisive things set to a catchy jingle/theme song.

This is the fourth episode of Raff's Brain, a show about the creative process hosted by Arlington, VA-based writer and performer, Rob Raffety.Raff's Brain presents periodic updates on a forthcoming one-man show that Rob will perform as part of the the 2020 Capital Fringe Festival. In this episode, Rob attempts to refine the theme of his one-man show and discusses his personal experience in being cancelled by a childhood friend. 

This is the third episode of Raff's Brain, a show about the creative process hosted by Arlington, VA-based writer and performer, Rob Raffety.Raff's Brain presents periodic updates on a forthcoming one-man show that Rob will perform as part of the the 2020 Capital Fringe Festival. In this episode, Rob discusses the show's theme music and a new approach to the format. He then updates the audience on his research on popcorn, which includes a lengthy review of the first of three (possibly four) books he recently procured. This episode contains an incredibly meandering discussion of the Popcorn King himself, Orville Redenbacher.

This is the second episode of Raff's Brain, a show about the creative process hosted by Arlington, VA-based writer and performer, Rob Raffety.Raff's Brain presents periodic updates on a forthcoming one-man show that Rob will perform as part of the the 2020 Capital Fringe Festival. In this episode, Rob responds to audience feedback from his first episode and contemplates whether or not the podcast has potential to attract repeat listeners. Rob then presents an in-depth review and assessment of his first one-man show, What I've all been waiting for, including some key lessons and takeaways that will inform his upcoming production. Finally, Rob provides updates on his forthcoming one-man show, which is very much still in the early states of pre-production but at least for now has a working title.

This is the inaugural episode of Raff's Brain, a show about the creative process hosted by Arlington, VA-based writer and performer, Rob Raffety.Raff's Brain presents periodic updates on a forthcoming one-man show that Rob will perform as part of the the 2020 Capital Fringe Festival. The podcast is primarily a commitment device that, in theory, will force Rob to invest greater time in writing, workshopping, and pre-production for his upcoming performance. For listeners, the show offers a peek behind the curtain of Rob's creative process and the chance to join him on an unpredictable journey that will culminate in the live performance of his one-man show in July 2020. In this episode, Rob explains his motivations for making the podcast and provides listeners with a plan of attack for the next six months. He also discusses the current state of the project, which is very much still at the early planning/brainstorming stage of pre-production.