The Septic Tank

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The Septic Tank is a structured podcast hosted by December Hansen. Each episode is a uniquely curated conversation about various topics mainly revolving around art, the creative process, pop culture and her work as a photographer. No topic is off limits,


    • Aug 18, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 39m AVG DURATION
    • 24 EPISODES


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    DRCP Concept Talks

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2020 58:10


    For today's episode I dive into the concepts and meaning behind eight different shoots I've done in the last year. (In order the order that they are discussed: Head in Bowl, Nasty Woman, Me in Casket, my use of plastic, Future // Past, Hope with Flowers + Rope, Allison + Peaches, Women's group emotion shoot)

    Deep Talks with Derek- COVID, Epstein, Politics, Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2020 183:43


    Another nice and long episode of Deep Talks with Derek (sorry Alan!!) as we go down the rabbit hole on our current state of affairs.

    Deep Talks with Derek - Covid19, BLM, Performative Social Media

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2020 123:57


    Derek and I sit down for the first time in several months to touch base on the most current events, the COVID19 pandemic and the social climate surrounding the murder of George Floyd, and LEO reform. My mic was a little iffy today and we got off on some tangents... but we hope you enjoy the episode.

    Story Time - The King of Things and The Cranberry Clown by John Callahan [Kid Friendly]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2020 10:17


    STORY TIME! If you have any suggestions on books I should read for these episodes please let me know.

    New Song - Old Song [In Your Eyes & Needle in the Hay]

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2020 22:19


    In this episode of New Song - Old Song I discuss the music video and song for In Your Eyes off The Weeknds new album and do the same for an old treasure, Needle in the Hay by Elliott Smith In Your Eyes Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dqRZDebPIGs Needle in the Hay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9pyBB7y8fDU

    Story Time - The Three Little Dinosaurs by Jim Harris [KID FRIENDLY]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2020 9:24


    Another fun book from my childhood.

    The Only Time I Ever Bold Face Lied Was About That Fart In 5th Grade and Two Other Embarrassing Stories From My Childhood

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2020 23:41


    We've all tried to cover up at least one fart in our lifetime....

    The First Time I was Blackout Drunk - The Last Time I was Blackout Drunk

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2020 27:07


    Adult Story Time. Don't judge me.

    Roller Skating Diaries - New Skates and Metalcore

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2020 21:41


    A little humorous episode to break up the monotony of social distancing and quarantine.

    Story Time - The Tale of Two Bad Mice by Beatrix Potter [KID FRIENDLY]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2020 5:42


    THE SEPTIC TANK is so proud to present STORY TIME. COVID-19 is sweeping our world and nation. It is a time of uncertainty and stress. Many of our listeners have children who are no longer able to attend school. TST wanted to offer up something special and soothing during the days of social distancing and quarantine. Being read aloud to was a privileged I was afforded growing up. There is comfort and security in hearing someone read you something sweet and happy. I am going through and finding my favorite books from my childhood to share with you all. If there is a story you would like for me to find and read for an episode PLEASE let me know.

    Story Time - The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin by Beatrix Potter [KID FRIENDLY]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2020 7:56


    THE SEPTIC TANK is so proud to present STORY TIME. COVID-19 is sweeping our world and nation. It is a time of uncertainty and stress. Many of our listeners have children who are no longer able to attend school. TST wanted to offer up something special and soothing during the days of social distancing and quarantine. Being read aloud to was a privileged I was afforded growing up. There is comfort and security in hearing someone read you something sweet and happy. I am going through and finding my favorite books from my childhood to share with you all. If there is a story you would like for me to find and read for an episode PLEASE let me know.

    Story Time - The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe [KID FRIENDLY]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2020 8:24


    THE SEPTIC TANK is so proud to present STORY TIME. COVID-19 is sweeping our world and nation. It is a time of uncertainty and stress. Many of our listeners have children who are no longer able to attend school. TST wanted to offer up something special and soothing during the days of social distancing and quarantine. Being read aloud to was a privileged I was afforded growing up. There is comfort and security in hearing someone read you something sweet and happy. I am going through and finding my favorite books from my childhood to share with you all. If there is a story you would like for me to find and read for an episode PLEASE let me know.

    Story Time - Shibumi and the Kitemaker by Mercer Mayer [KID FRIENDLY]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2020 15:47


    THE SEPTIC TANK is so proud to present STORY TIME. COVID-19 is sweeping our world and nation. It is a time of uncertainty and stress. Many of our listeners have children who are no longer able to attend school. TST wanted to offer up something special and soothing during the days of social distancing and quarantine. Being read aloud to was a privileged I was afforded growing up. There is comfort and security in hearing someone read you something sweet and happy. I am going through and finding my favorite books from my childhood to share with you all. If there is a story you would like for me to find and read for an episode PLEASE let me know.

    Story Time - The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter [KID FRIENDLY]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2020 8:02


    THE SEPTIC TANK is so proud to present STORY TIME. COVID-19 is sweeping our world and nation. It is a time of uncertainty and stress. Many of our listeners have children who are no longer able to attend school. TST wanted to offer up something special and soothing during the days of social distancing and quarantine. Being read aloud to was a privileged I was afforded growing up. There is comfort and security in hearing someone read you something sweet and happy. I am going through and finding my favorite books from my childhood to share with you all. If there is a story you would like for me to find and read for an episode PLEASE let me know.

    Story Time - The Paper Bag Princess by Robert Munsch [KID FRIENDLY]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2020 7:13


    THE SEPTIC TANK is so proud to present STORY TIME. COVID-19 is sweeping our world and nation. It is a time of uncertainty and stress. Many of our listeners have children who are no longer able to attend school. TST wanted to offer up something special and soothing during the days of social distancing and quarantine. Being read aloud to was a privileged I was afforded growing up. There is comfort and security in hearing someone read you something sweet and happy. I am going through and finding my favorite books from my childhood to share with you all. If there is a story you would like for me to find and read for an episode PLEASE let me know.

    Story Time - Nobody Rides the Unicorn by Adrian Mitchell [KID FRIENDLY]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2020 8:30


    THE SEPTIC TANK is so proud to present STORY TIME. Nobody Rides the Unicorn by Adrian Mitchell. COVID-19 is sweeping our world and nation. It is a time of uncertainty and stress. Many of our listeners have children who are no longer able to attend school. TST wanted to offer up something special and soothing during the days of social distancing and quarantine. Being read aloud to was a privileged I was afforded growing up. There is comfort and security in hearing someone read you something sweet and happy. I am going through and finding my favorite books from my childhood to share with you all. If there is a story you would like for me to find and read for an episode PLEASE let me know.

    Deep Talks with Derek- Corona, Leadership, Words recorded March 13th 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2020 123:00


    Deep Talks with Derek- Corona, Leadership, Words recorded March 13th 2020. We had planned on also discussing the Facade of Money but did not get into it this time around.For those of our listeners who love a long format podcast, Deep Talks with Derek is created with you in mind! Each part is discussed carefully with personal experiences and anecdotes thrown in. We'd love to hear feedback on this episode and if you have suggestions for future recordings of Deep Talks with Derek please reach out to us through social media or email. theseptictankpodcast@gmail.com or durick79@gmail.com

    New Song/Old Song [Stupid Love + Handlebars]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2020 30:21


    In this episode I discuss the songs Stupid Love, the new single from Lady Gaga and Handlebars by the Flobots. I cover the lyrics, visual artistry and even get off on a tangent about some of the bigger ideas these songs present. Stupid Love: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5L6xyaeiV58 Handlebars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLUX0y4EptA

    Deep Talks with Derek- Being True to Yourself, Social Media, Empathy & Death [SECOND HALF]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2020 91:30


    In the first Deep Talks with Derek installment, we take the time to hash out four topics that we feel strongly about. This episode in totality clocks in at 3.5 hours long, so we broke it into two halves for easy listening. For those of our listeners who love a long format podcast, Deep Talks with Derek is created with you in mind! Each part is discussed carefully with personal experiences and anecdotes thrown in. There is strong language, slight dips into politics, and in the death segment some difficult ideas about religion is discussed. We'd love to hear feedback on this episode and if you have suggestions for future recordings of Deep Talks with Derek please reach out to us through social media or email. theseptictankpodcast@gmail.com or durick79@gmail.com

    Deep Talks with Derek- Being True to Yourself, Social Media, Empathy & Death [FIRST HALF]

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2020 124:38


    In the first Deep Talks with Derek installment, we take the time to hash out four topics that we feel strongly about. This episode in totality clocks in at 3.5 hours long, so we broke it into two halves for easy listening. For those of our listeners who love a long format podcast, Deep Talks with Derek is created with you in mind! Each part is discussed carefully with personal experiences and anecdotes thrown in. There is strong language, slight dips into politics, and in the death segment some difficult ideas about religion is discussed. We'd love to hear feedback on this episode and if you have suggestions for future recordings of Deep Talks with Derek please reach out to us through social media or email. theseptictankpodcast@gmail.com or durick79@gmail.com

    Stopping by the Woods on a Snowy Evening

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2020 1:36


    A reading of the Robert Frost Poem. Good little before-bedtime listen.

    Art Deco + The 80's

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2020 8:30


    A quick little chat about how Art Deco resurfaced in the 80's in various forms from fashion, to art and style.

    My Creative Process

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2020 31:38


    In this episode, I explain how I build and create the concepts for my photographs. I go over everything from the themes/elements I use, to where I find inspiration. It also gives insight to how my work has developed over the years as a photographer and how I keep my creative juices from running dry.

    Welcome Back to, The Septic Tank

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2020 1:50


    The Septic Tank is Back, and a little different this time around.

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