Podcast appearances and mentions of Amanda Kramer

Recorded before our DIFF adventures, this episode delves into two new A24 releases: Opus, and Death of A Unicorn. A24 having its own kind of flavor provided an interesting way to look at these two films. We also continue with our look at Amanda Kramer's filmography with the outstanding, and undersign, Ladyworld. More DIFF interviews coming May 12.  Support Why Does the Wilhelm Scream Keep in touch and read more at whydoesthewilhelmscream.com on instagram and threads @whydoesthewilhelmpod  Find out more about upcoming Fort Worth Film Club screenings and events at fortworthfilmclub.com and @fortworthfilm Support the next generation of film lovers at reelhousefoundation.org and on facebook reelhousefoundation Artwork by @_mosla_

On today's episode, we start our look at the filmography of Amanda Kramer with her, technically, first film: Paris Window. We also discuss the new films Borderline, and The Monkey, as well as remembering Val Kilmer and ranting about theaters (again).   Keep in touch and read more at whydoesthewilhelmscream.com on instagram and threads @whydoesthewilhelmpod  Find out more about upcoming Fort Worth Film Club screenings and events at fortworthfilmclub.com and @fortworthfilm Support the next generation of film lovers at reelhousefoundation.org and on facebook reelhousefoundation Artwork by @_mosla_

     This week an unusual adaption of a classic novel and a TV special through the mind.     Sissy St. Claire is hosting her first ever TV special! It promises to be an evening of entertainment for all to enjoy! Sissy is ready to deliver whatever it is you want right to you directly through the screen. Assuming what you want is a nightmarish tour through her personal insecurities and nightmares. A unique work of period dressed existential terror from writer-director Amanda Kramer, Give Me Pity!     Prison escapee Moose Malloy is looking for his old girlfriend Velma and fear for anyone who might be in his way. After killing a nightclub manager, freelance investigator The Falcon is on Moose's trail. Will The Falcon find Velma before Moose does? Will the gorgeous young reporter be an asset or a distraction? An unexpected adaption of a classic mystery novel by Raymond Chandler and the third of sixteen films in RKO's Falcon series, The Falcon Takes Over.     All that and Dave is lost on the moor, Craig has a glow about him, Tyler wallows, and Kevin tries to keep us from sinking. Join us, won't you?   Episode 387- All the World's a Stage

In this episode of LawPod, Dr. Amanda Kramer and Professor Justin Piché discuss Piché's new book (co-authored with Rachel Herzing), 'How to Abolish Prisons: Lessons from the Movement Against Imprisonment.' The book examines the objectives and practices of abolitionist organizers in Canada and the United States, highlighting the tangible successes and challenges of the prison abolition movement. They delve into historical and contemporary reasons for imprisonment, the contradictions within the prison industrial complex, and the societal need to abolish prisons. Piché shares insights from his own activism, including campaigns against prison expansion, and outlines various strategies for achieving decarceral futures. The conversation underscores the importance of organising, building alternatives, and the broader revolutionary project required to dismantle oppressive structures like capitalism and colonialism. https://www.haymarketbooks.org/books/2212-how-to-abolish-prisons This episode was recorded during the North South Criminology Conference earlier in the year.

Staci welcomes Amanda Kramer and Wayne Byrne, co-authors of a new book on female “hired guns” in the music industry… the book is called, appropriately enough, 'Hired Guns: Portraits of Women in Alternative Music.' Wayne is the author of several books centered on the entertainment industry, while Amanda is currently the keyboardist for the Psychedelic Furs. They talk about their new book, as well as a future endeavor that covers movie soundtracks.

Dr Amanda Kramer leads an insightful exploration into the complex legal and humanitarian issues facing Palestine, she is joined by PhD student Tamara Tamimi and Dr Munir Nuseibah to discuss the ongoing humanitarian crisis, international crimes, and the international community's response.They explore the historical and legal context, emphasising the need for justice, accountability, and the role of international institutions like the International Criminal Court and the International Court of Justice. The conversation also explores settler colonialism, apartheid, and the global solidarity movements supporting Palestinian rights.Dr Munir Nuseibah:Munir Nuseibah is a human rights lawyer and academic based in Al-Quds University in Jerusalem, Palestine. He is an assistant professor at Al-Quds University's faculty of law; the director (and co-founder) of Al-Quds Human Rights Clinic, the first accredited clinical legal education program in the Arab World; and the director of the Community Action Center in Jerusalem. He holds a B.A. degree in Law from Al-Quds University; an LL.M in International Legal Studies from the Washington College of Law of the American University in Washington DC and a PhD degree from the University of Westminster in London, UK, which he acquired after successfully defending his thesis entitled: Forced Displacement in the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict, International Law, and Transitional Justice. Dr Nuseibah heads a number of research and services projects that focus on forced displacement, international law and Jerusalem.Tamara TamimiTamara Tamimi is a PhD researcher in Law at Queen's University Belfast and scholar of the ESRC NINE Consortium. Tamara holds an MA in Human Rights Law from SOAS, University of London, where her MA thesis entitled “Destruction of Property and Unlawful Transfer in East Jerusalem: Reasonable Basis to Allege War Crimes” has received the Sarah Spells Prize for the best dissertation of the 2015/2016 academic year. Tamara's research activity focuses on settler colonialism, transformative justice, forcible displacement, gender equality, and aid effectiveness of overseas development assistance. Tamara has also published extensively in peer reviewed journals and edited collections, including Development in Practice, Al-Shabaka- Palestinian Policy Network, University of Gottingen, E-International Relations, and Confluences Méditerranée.Further Reading:Tamara Tamimi, Ahmad Amara, Osama Risheq, Munir Nuseibah, Alice Panepinto, Brendan Browne, and Triestino Marinello “(Mis)using Legal Pluralism in the Occupied Palestinian Territory to Advance Dispossession of Palestinians: Israeli Policies against Palestinian Bedouins in the Eastern Jerusalem Periphery” in Noorhaidi Hasan and Irene Schneider (eds) in International Law between Translation and Pluralism: Examples from Germany, Palestine and Indonesia.Munir Nuseibah and Tamara Tamimi “The Impact of the Oslo Accords on the Territorial Jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court in Palestine” in Noorhaidi Hasan and Irene Schneider (eds) in International Law between Translation and Pluralism: Examples from Germany, Palestine and Indonesia.Munir Nuseibah and Sari...

Squee!! This week we are covering the fantastic mind trip of film Amanda Kramer's “Give Me Pity!” (2023) with our new BFF Sophie von Haselberg!! That's right we have our first celebrity interview! Holy cow what a time! Sophie is multitalented and a fantastic interview! We talk about how she literally owns every shot, her favorite things and Shelly Long the dog! Sissy St Claire is in full bloom baby!!Give Me Pity! is available for rental or purchase everywhere!Stream or purchase the soundtrack on Spotify and Apple Music!Follow us on Instagram:@SophievonHaselberg@Gaspatchojones@Homewreckingwhore@The_Miseducation_of_DandG_PodCheck Out Our WebsiteIf you love the show check out our Teepublic shop!Right Here Yo!

In the first in our Neurodivergence and the Law mini-series, Sarah McMahon and Dr Lauren Dempster interview Naomi Maxwell and Dr Amanda Kramer about their research on autism and policing in Northern Ireland. In the UK, more than one in 100 people are on the autism spectrum (National Autistic Society 2023). However, research shows that police can misunderstand or misinterpret the behaviour of autistic individuals, leading to suspicion, inappropriate responses, and rights violations. In this episode, Naomi and Amanda discuss the relationship between policing and autism, the methodology and findings of Naomi's LLM Dissertation research on autism training in the Police Service of Northern Ireland, and the changes they would like to see in policy and practice. Further reading Naomi Maxwell and Amanda Kramer (forthcoming) ‘Forgotten, Outdated and Absent: PSNI Officer's Training, Experiences, and Confidence with Autism,' Policing and Society https://www.autismni.org/ Crane et al. 2016 'Experiences of autism spectrum disorder and policing in England and Wales: surveying police and the autism community', Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders

Todays guest is Amanda Kramer she is a top business exec at a Fortune 500 company. Gartner is an information and technology company that is turning information into power when it comes to leadership and companies growing their business. We spend they entire podcast discussing. How she reached the C suite and what she contstaly coaches and mentors business leaders across the great state of Alaska. 

Todays guest is Amanda Kramer she is a top business exec at a Fortune 500 company. Gartner is an information and technology company that is turning information into power when it comes to leadership and companies growing their business. We spend they entire podcast discussing. How she reached the C suite and what she contstaly coaches and mentors business leaders across the great state of Alaska. 

Wayne Byrne is an acclaimed author and film historian from Ireland. He started his career working for local County Kildare newspapers before being invited to write for the iconic Irish pop culture bible Hot Press Magazine as a music, book, and restaurant critic.             His debut book, The Cinema of Tom DiCillo: Include Me Out, was released in 2018.  Wayne followed it with well-received works on subjects like Burt Reynolds, cinematographer Nick McLean, the Nightmare on Elm Street franchise, and legendary Hollywood filmmaker Walter Hill. I've read both Welcome to Elm Street and Walter Hill: The Cinema of a Hollywood Maverick and can tell you that they're both deeply researched, entertainingly detailed looks at how influential filmmakers create the dreams the world loves to watch. I highly recommend Wayne's work to you.            Look for the release of Wayne's latest book, Hired Guns: Portraits of Women in Alternative Music, co-written with his best friend, acclaimed musician Amanda Kramer, who's been the keyboardist/vocalist of The Psychedelic Furs, 10,000 Maniacs, Siouxsie Sioux, The Golden Palominos, and Information Society.             He's also busy writing three upcoming books, including another collaboration with Amanda Kramer, which is a study of the evolution of film soundtracks in the revolutionary New Hollywood era.             Wayne's also working with cinematographer Roy Wagner on a biography documenting Wagner's acclaimed career, called Beyond the Shadows, as well as a critical/cultural overview of the Halloween movies entitled, The Ongoing Halloween Franchise: 13 Films and Counting.

Our guest today says sales is all about helping buyers make informed purchase decisions and giving them the information they need. But there is so much more nuance behind that simple definition, and what goes on in the day to day of a salesperson. So we are thrilled to be discussing applicable lessons from sales that can be useful for any professional with Brian Higgins, a Teaching Assistant Professional at Leeds Business and sales and business development executive. Brian joins host Amanda Kramer to talk about misperceptions many have about working in sales, the art of a good conversation, surprising skills taught in sales courses at Leeds, and the unique mentorship opportunities available here.If you are interested in becoming a mentor for sales students at Leeds, and have 5 years experience employing a sales process with good results, we would love to have you reach out! You can email Brian directly at Brian.Higgins@colorado.edu to learn more.Leeds Business Insights Podcast is a production of Leeds School of Business and is produced by University FM.EPISODE QUOTES:The illusion of good and bad personalities[00:10:02] You know what's interesting is that we suffer from this illusion that we have good personalities and bad personalities. There really is no such thing as a good personality and a bad personality. It's that I have a certain kind of personality, and you have a certain kind of personality. And if we're going to get along, we're probably going to need to flex a little bit so that, you know, we can come together in the middle.The value of building relationship in sales[00:02:54] I think what's important is that people understand that no matter how well you communicate, if you don't have the ability to develop some relationship with a person or the people you're selling to, your ability to communicate is not going to be very valuable.On understanding how to sell[00:08:12] Even though you may not be employed to sell, understanding how to sell and understanding what's important in order to sell yourself or your ideas can be very, very helpful in your life.Questions are powerful[00:14:54] Questions are so powerful. The ability to ask questions that are purposeful and meaningful puts the focus on the other person. It's not about us. It's more about you. Tell me about this. Tell me about that. So the ability to ask questions in a conversation is incredibly powerful.SHOW LINKS:Brian Higgins Faculty Profile at the Leeds School of Business

Brock Weatherup is a Leeds alumnus and consumer growth board executive, three-time Exit Startup CEO founder, multi-billion dollar C-suite leader, an active early-stage investor.He was a dedicated startup guy, who went from churning out successful businesses in the pet food & wellness industry, to receiving a diagnosis that changed the entire course of his life. In this episode, he sits down with host Amanda Kramer to discuss his accomplishments, reflect on getting diagnosed with multiple sclerosis just 18 months ago, finding comfort in risk, and diving into opportunities even if you don't feel 100% prepared.Leeds Business Insights Podcast is a production of Leeds School of Business and is produced by University FM.EPISODE QUOTES:Take the risk and embrace the knowledge that comes with it[00:25:24] If you don't take risks and don't take stride, you don't know what will happen in life. And it doesn't have to be necessarily a medical thing, but all those other things—how are you going to end up and what are you going to do with it? And the reality is: take the risk and embrace the knowledge that comes with it.How do you build your comfort with risk and live with a risk forward mentality?[00:13:06] If you have that personal infrastructure and the intentionality in your life, those two things allow you to find success if you're willing to be open for it. But you have to be ready to go do that and know that, hey, things fail all along the way. Okay. How are you going to get out of it?On finding the right support system[00:10:56] Find the people that are supportive, and by supportive, it doesn't mean people who are like, "Yay! You're the best Brock." It doesn't mean that it's the people who are truly there for you and care about you genuinely.SHOW LINKS:Brock Weatherup on LinkedIn

Britnee, James, Brandon, and Hanna discuss a grab bag of new releases from the first half of 2023, starting with Give Me Pity!, Amanda Kramer's feature length spoof of one-woman TV specials in the disco era https://swampflix.com/ 00:00 Mozzarella sticks 04:25 Past Lives (2023) 11:45 There's Something Wrong with the Children (2023) 17:00 Blind Willow, Sleeping Woman (2023) 20:12 Stalking Laura (1993) 29:18 Give Me Pity! (2023) 51:00 Polite Society (2023) 1:03:25 How to Blow Up a Pipeline (2023) 1:19:40 Huesera: The Bone Woman (2023) 1:45:35 Best of 2023 so far

So much of our free time is consumed with posting on social media, sharing our day to day lives and crafting a personal narrative or brand online. But how is the effecting our day to day lives, and is it effecting our possibility to truly live in and experience the moments were in?Today we are discussing the intersection between technology and consumer experiences with Alexandra Barasch, an associate professor at the Leeds School of Business. She sits down with host Amanda Kramer to talk all about what makes customers enjoy their experiences, how companies can then create experiences that make consumers more immersed or more engaged in the moment, the pros & cons of 5G and more immersive content, as well as posting posed vs candid photos.Leeds Business Insights Podcast is a production of Leeds School of Business and is produced by University FM.EPISODE QUOTES:Authenticity is always the winning strategy[00:27:30] Authenticity, in my view, is always going to be a winning strategy. How to do that is changing. How to signal that you care about that depends on the segment, it depends on the technology, but it's always going to be what people care about.How do you find the most genuine content?[00:19:25] You want to let consumers speak for you. In order to do that, you have to be able to let go. You have to be able to not have full control over your content, and that is how you get the most genuine, authentic content that consumers are sharing and really believe in the product and the brand, and other consumers can judge that very well.Reducing frictions leads to better conversions[00:16:46] Reducing friction is only good when consumers are ready to process it, ready to act, and this is going to also lead to better tracking of conversions, better data and metrics, and analytics as well.You can't compare one social media or type of technology to another.[00:18:18] There's no one social media or type of technology that's better or worse than the others. It's about the selection effects, where certain types of consumers—younger consumers and consumers that are more technologically savvy—are able to embrace and engage with more varied and diverse formats and more interactive content.SHOW LINKS:Alixandra Barasch Faculty Profile at Leeds School of BusinessAlixandra Barasch - Google Scholar

Commercial construction and real estate development is a difficult space to break into, and building plans can change at the drop of a hat, forcing you to be flexible and nimble with clients. So joining us to talk about this dynamic and ever-growing industry is Case Swenson, alumnus and president/CEO at Swenson in the San Francisco Bay area.Case joins host Amanda Kramer to share the trends and challenges he is seeing in the construction and real estate space, so-called “green building,” the skillset needed to enter this industry, and what he's learned from scaling a 4 generation family-owned business. Leeds Business Insights Podcast is a production of Leeds School of Business and is produced by University FM.EPISODE QUOTES:The importance of understanding your market[00:11:22] I've seen a lot of different contractors go outside of their area, and a lot of times, they get hurt by doing that because they don't understand the market there, they don't understand the labor there. And it is very important to really understand the market that you're in, how much it costs per square foot, how high you can build, how wide you can build, what kind of municipality you're dealing with, and how difficult they are.The value of leverage[00:12:19] Leverage is the most important part of development and something that you should really focus on understanding. There's a difference between the science of money and the science of maybe something like brain surgery, and the science of money is complicated. But your deep understanding of that is the most helpful thing when it comes to doing development and construction.What is the current challenge in the construction industry?[00:05:24] Right now, the biggest challenge for us is the economic cycle. We have rising interest rates. Also, bring up cap rates, which is how your building is valued at the end of the day. SHOW LINKS:Swenson - The Swenson GroupCase Swenson on LinkedIn

You're in for a treat on this episode of Athlete Mindset! Our very own Lisa Bonta Sumii, founder and guiding force behind AthMindset, takes the hot seat to dish out some game-changing perspectives. We're diving deep into the crucial role of mental health in sports and business performance. So, get ready as we discuss mental coaching, the urgent need for more funding for mental health initiatives, and the surprising overlap between skills honed on the playing field and in the boardroom.Key points from “Sports Mindset in Business | Winning Through Culture”Let's start breaking down those mental health myths and make space for open, honest conversations.Mental performance coaches aren't just for the sports field. Entrepreneurs and business leaders, this one's for you!More accessible mental health resources? Yes, please! Let's look at ways to invest in funds that can make this a reality.Collaborative approach? Check! Employees should have a voice in mental health decisions.Employee well-being isn't just a nice-to-have. It's an investment we can't afford to ignore.Roses and Thorns feedback system – it's all about celebrating the wins and learning from the challenges.Mental rehearsal, routine building, reflection – three key pillars for a healthier mindset for all employees.Athletes, you've got skills that go beyond the sports field. Let's explore how they transfer to other industries.Prepping for life after sports? Let's chat about how your skills can open doors in your next chapter.Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CSW | Athlete Mindset podcast host:Lisa is a psychotherapist and mental performance consultant to high-performing athletes at the youth, collegiate, Olympic-hopeful, and professional levels. She is the first-ever Mental Health & Performance Coach for the Oakland Roots SC, a men's professional soccer team, in the USL. Lisa is the Founder & CEO of AthMindset, a diverse team of licensed mental health clinicians and mental performance consultants, who serve alongside her.About the Winning Through Culture podcast:Staying relevant and creating impact takes extreme intention, and that's where Winning Through Culture comes in! This podcast will let you inside the minds of Tim Flanagan, Amanda Kramer, and their guests to give you expertise, insight, and tips to create the environment you've always wanted, no matter where you are in your culture journey. Winning Through Culture website and podcast.Wrapping up sports mindset in business:Athlete Mindset is part of the KazSource Podcast NetworkPresented by SportsEpreneur: a digital sports media brand for entrepreneurs engaged in sportscontent brings people together: KazCMSocial media and more:Lisa Bonta Sumii: LinkedIn | Twitter | AthMindset websiteSportsEpreneur:  TikTok | Instagram | TwitterRelated episodes to Sports Mindset in Business:AJ Vaynerchuk and Michael Lombardi | Inside the Business of the NFLSports and Business Collide in a Podcast Chat with Rob CressyWhy Sports and Business Content?Two current projects:We published a book! Check it out on Amazon: Altered State of AffairsShort-form video production: KazCMCredits:This podcast was produced by the team at KazCMBeat Provided By freebeats.io | Produced By White HotSportsEpreneurThe post Sports Mindset in Business | Winning Through Culture appeared first on SportsEpreneur.

Crowdfunding and volunteer mobilization are at the heart of how non-profits function on a day-to-day basis. But how does this work in an ever-growing remote workforce? And how can this ethos transfer to the business sector and for-profit organizations?Joining us to answer some of these questions and more is Gloria Urrea, an Assistant Professor of Operations Management in the Strategy, Entrepreneurship, and Operations Management (SEO) Department at the Leeds School of Business. Gloria studies operations of humanitarian organizations (HOs), whose mission is to alleviate human suffering and improve the quality of life of the most vulnerable population. She joins host Amanda Kramer to discuss crowdfunding in emergency support situations, mobilizing donors without burning them out, weighing volunteer experience, and the power of transparency.Leeds Business Insights Podcast is a production of Leeds School of Business and is produced by University FM.EPISODE QUOTES:Getting to know your volunteers is important[00:10:02] When we think about volunteer management, we are thinking about people that are donating their time. It's also important to recognize their heterogeneity, how they are different, and how they may have different priorities, or how I can offer them different tasks depending on who they are.The role of retention in volunteering [00:17:42] Retention is also important because charities want to avoid losing knowledge and experience. Moreover, research has already shown that when volunteers gain experience with a platform, they are more willing to take over maybe monotonous tasks or other tasks that are needed to be done for the long-term sustainability of the platform. The power of transparency[00:08:54] There is also a lot of research showing that even revealing some sensitive information to an extent, like costs, also incentivize people, really makes customers feel more valued by the companies. And they appreciate that with more loyalty or purchasing more, one key takeaway for businesses in general and for people is the power of transparency.SHOW LINKS:​​Gloria Urrea Faculty Profile at Leeds School of BusinessGloria Urrea - Google Scholar

Just two actors talking about how much they love the bizz! HollywoodLian is joined by Actress, Sophie Von Haselberg. She's in a film called Give Me Pity by Amanda Kramer, it's a 70s/80s vibe, a Saturday night special led by rising Star, Sissy St. Clair and she slowly starts to lose herself during her TV special because of an Evil Entity. Sophie plays Sissy which she reveals is her most important role to date. We talk TV, the Met Gala, Ghosts, and her love for Acting. Nothing terrible about this Episode.

Everything on paper was perfect for Ashish. A successful job with McKinsey, a beautiful wife and baby, a happy and peaceful life in Boulder. But everyday, he would wake up with intense anxiety, nausea, and an overwhelming sense of doom. Where was this coming from, and what could it be pointing to? This is when the real journey began, and Happiness Squad was created. With a goal to help enhance joy, health, love, and meaning in your life, Happiness Squad works with organizations as well as individuals to help people reach their highest potential.Ashish Kothari is the Founder of Happiness Squad, author of Hardwired for Happiness, and a friend of the Leeds School of Business. He joins our host Amanda Kramer to debunk myths surrounding happiness & success, help us find happiness in our work, job crafting, and how we can integrate more happiness, gratitude and good habits into our own lives. Leeds Business Insights Podcast is a production of Leeds School of Business and is produced by University FM.EPISODE QUOTES:Burnout, stress, and anxiety affect people everywhere[00:04:59] I thought stress, anxiety, and burnout are prices insecure overachievers pay to climb the ladder and accumulate wealth. When I did this research to build this offering, I realized how wrong I was. I realize how big this issue of stress, anxiety, and burnout was in our world.Happiness is something that ensues[00:07:16] You can't actually pursue happiness. Those who have happiness as a goal are inherently unhappier because they're so focused on, Am I happy? Am I happy now? Why am I not happy now? And Tal talks a bit about this notion of happiness being something that ensues. You can't see the light, but you can break the light into its different components, and you can see the different colors.How companies help reduce stress and anxiety and increase performance[00:09:18] We can be less stressed if organizations join forces to fundamentally shape cultures of flourishing. It can make a big difference, both in an individual's life but even bigger in the performance of organizations.SHOW LINKS:Daniel Goldman, PsychologistHappiness SquadSonja Lyubomirsky Martin SeligmanEd DeinerTal Ben ShaharWhat Job Crafting Looks Like, by Jane E. Dutton and Amy WrzesniewskiBJ FoggDr. Kristin NeffHardwired for Happiness by Ashish KothariHappiness Squad Podcast

Sophie von Haselberg stars as Sissy St. Claire in Amanda Kramer's psychedelic fever dream musical “Give Me Pity!” It's part mock 70's television special, part monologue film, and requires the creation of a bigger-than-life persona on screen, and von Haselberg carries it all and delivers a virtuoso performance. On this episode, she takes us from Kramer “pulling me from the ether,” through extensive preparation, getting the character “into my body,” a frustrating Covid pause, on to the live theater-like 5 day shoot, and how she doesn't think she would have “ever allowed myself to dream that something like this would fall into my lap.” Plus much more! Back To One is the in-depth, no-nonsense, actors-on-acting podcast from  Filmmaker Magazine. In each episode, host Peter Rinaldi invites one working actor to do a deep dive into their unique process, psychology, and approach to the craft.  Follow Back To One on Instagram  

We need something joyous to close out the year, so here's musician and filmmaker Amanda Kramer (Paris Window, Ladyworld  and the gender-bending new comedy Please Baby Please, now available on digital and on demand) to celebrate the practical magic of Frank Oz and David Geffen's  delightful big-screen adaptation of Howard Ashman and Alan Menken's off-Broadway masterpiece Little Shop of Horrors. Your genial host Norm Wilner has always been a secret Seymour.

In this episode of Winning Through Culture, Amanda Kramer leads the thought-provoking recap of this year's numerous conversations with local leaders. This is the Winning Through Culture Year in Review 2022! Amanda reflects on those conversations centering around cultivating culture and effective team building in the workplace. ‘Right person, right seat' is an important concept… The post Winning Through Culture Year In Review | 2022 appeared first on Winning Through Culture.

In this episode, Dr Amanda Kramer interviews Dr Matt Bowden (Technological University Dublin) about his recently published book ‘Rural Transformations and Rural Crime' (2022) co-edited with Alistair Harkness. Matt explains to the listeners that what rural criminology is and why it is an important area of study. He explains that, while it is a relatively new area, rural criminologists are doing important work to try to understand crime, victimisation, criminal behaviours, and their impacts in rural areas. He outlines some of the key themes that emerge in the book and discusses the chapter he co-authored with his current PhD student, Artur Pytlarz, which aims to further develop the theoretical perspectives informing rural criminological research.This is the final episode in a special series of LawPod recorded at the European Society of Criminology Conference in Malaga, Spain, in September 2022. You can listen to the rest of the series https://lawpod.org/taking-lawpod-on-tour/.References:Donnermeyer, J. F. and DeKeseredy, W. S. (2014) Rural Criminology. New York: Routledge.Donnermeyer, J.F. ed. (2016) The Routledge International Handbook of Rural Criminology. London: Routledge.Harkness, A., Peterson, J., Bowden, M. Pedersen, C. and Donnermeyer, J.F. eds (2022) The Encyclopedia of Rural Crime. Bristol: Bristol University PressLinks:International Society for the Study of Rural Crime https://issrc.net/

In this episode, Dr Amanda Kramer interviews Dr María Laura Böhm (Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Germany). This episode explores María Laura's research on extractive industry activity in Latin America as a form of state-corporate crime. She outlines a variety of harms caused by the extractive industries that have significant consequences for the environment, individuals, and broader communities, such as environmental destruction, long term illness, displacement, and death. She explains how the causes of these harms are multifaceted and complex, but that the lack of regulation and control allows asymmetrical power relationships to flourish, enabling this type of state-corporate crime. María Laura also introduces listeners to her concept of the ‘crime of maldevelopment' as a new way of understanding the global and regional criminogenic context, and as a new way for understanding how to implement more effective solutions.This is the second in a special series of LawPod recorded at the European Society of Criminology Conference in Malaga, Spain, in September 2022. You can listen to the rest of the series https://lawpod.org/taking-lawpod-on-tour/.Our interviewee, María Laura Böhm, has published extensively on this topic. Two of her recent English language publications include:María Laura Böhm (2019) The Crime of Maldevelopment: Economic Deregulation and Violence in the Global South: https://www.routledge.com/The-Crime-of-Maldevelopment-Economic-Deregulation-and-Violence-in-the-Global/Bohm/p/book/9780367483586#María Laura Böhm (2020) ‘Criminal Business Relationships between Commodity Regions and Industrialized Countries: The Hard Road from Raw Material to New Technology' in Journal of White Collar and Corporate Crime, 1(1), 34-39: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/2631309X19887681You can find more information about María Laura Böhm's teaching and research here: https://www.jura.uni-muenchen.de/personen/b/boehm_maria_laura/index.htmlhttps://lmu-munich.academia.edu/Mar%C3%ADaLauraB%C3%B6hmhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mar%C3%ADa-laura-b%C3%B6hm-59a6262a/?originalSubdomain=de

Today on Wussy Movie Club, cue the bisexual lighting because we've got an interview with Amanda Kramer, director of the queer neo-noir musical, ‘Please Baby Please'.    Movie Clubber and dramturge Rachel Garbus is back for a very special interview with the director of  ‘Please Baby Please'. The film is a stylish candy-coated Queer crime musical starring Cole Escola, Harry Melling, and Demi Moore and is out in select theaters now.    WUSSY Movie Club is hosted by two Queer film lovers: Johne Kilberg and Daniel Shaw.   WUSSY Movie Club is a weekly roundtable movie podcast examines films a Queer lens, featuring themed seasons and special interviews with Queer filmmakers. Every Wednesday, a rotating cast of LGBTQIA+ voices will dish on their favorite films of past and present. Join the club and be a part of the discussion!   WUSSY Movie Club is part of the WUSSY Podcast Network, hosted by WUSSY Mag (@wussymag)   Produced by Jon Dean @jondeanphoto   Podcast Art created by Nick Sheridan @glass.knuckles   Podcast Music by DJ Helix @1djhelix   Join the WUSSY Movie Club on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wussymovieclub/    Follow WUSSY Movie Club on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/WussyMovieClub/

Elevating people to be the best versions of themselves. In this episode, Tim Flanagan and Amanda Kramer reflect on what makes an organization a Best Place to Work. They discuss what it takes to achieve the title of ‘Best Places to Work' and how to identify prospective employees that fit that mold (that culture). Amanda… The post Best Places to Work | Tim & Amanda: Becoming the Best Version of Yourself appeared first on Winning Through Culture.

Guest Host Eloise Ross and reviewer Glenn Dunks chat with Conor Bateman from Static Vision about their upcoming film festival METAMORPHOSES. Plus reviews of Amanda Kramer's GIVE ME PITY! and David Gordon Green's HALLOWEEN ENDS.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/primalscreenshow/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primal_screen_show/Twitter: https://twitter.com/primal_screen

“It's a lot more fun to see people build upon their strengths and find success, than to flounder in weaknesses.” – Jarod Latch In this episode, Tim Flanagan and Amanda Kramer are joined by Jarod Latch. Jarod is the co-founder and COO of Spiracle Media, which has been selected four times as one of Charlotte… The post Best Places to Work | Enabling Employees with Jarod Latch of Spiracle Media appeared first on Winning Through Culture.

Get ready, the second season of Leeds Business Insights is almost here! Beginning on September 7, 2022, host Amanda Kramer will bring you insights from industry leaders, including actionable takeaways (what we call L-B-Ideas) that you can use in your professional life.

The Cineskinny go festive this week, as we take a deep dive into the Edinburgh International Film Festival programme. Strap in for chat about Antonio Banderas, fake trips to New York, beautiful and unexpected tales from Japan, and one of the oddest films we've ever reviewed on the podcast. Amanda Kramer, our hats go off to you. ----more---- TICKETS FOR THE CINESKINNY LIVE AT EIFF: https://theskinny.co.uk/tickets TIMESTAMPS: What We've Been Watching (2:10) EIFF Intro (8:50) Official Competition (16:20) Millie Lies Low (28:15) My Small Land (38:50) Please Baby Please (48:10) Additional EIFF picks (59:45) Recorded at Upload Studios in Leith - https://uploadstudios.co.uk Leave us a five-star review, tell your pals, follow us on @ptrsmpsn @anahitrooz @jamiedunnesq + @lew_rob_ Music: Too Cool by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4534-too-cool) License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Peter McGraw doesn't talk much about his life as a business school professor, but in this episode, he speaks to Amanda Kramer in his role as a professor and advocate for singles. This taping is part of the Leeds Business Insights podcast at the CU Boulder Leeds School of Business. They discuss familiar topics, but most of the conversation focuses on how organizations overlook singles from marketing and talent management standpoints.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://www.petermcgraw.org/solo/

Ariel sits down at IFFR with Rotterdam's chosen Spotlight Director, Amanda Kramer, to talk about her films Please Baby Please and Give Me Pity (both featured at IFFR this year), and her interest in filmmaking that marries anxiety and art.Support the show (https://lovethepodcast.com/omnibusride)

On the latest episode of the Talkhouse Podcast, highly acclaimed actor Harry Melling and writer-director Amanda Kramer chat over Zoom from their respective homes in London and Los Angeles. The two recently collaborated as star and filmmaker on Kramer's latest feature, Please Baby Please, which also stars Andrea Riseborough and Demi Moore and is the opening film at 2022 International Film Festival Rotterdam. In a wide-ranging conversation, Kramer and Melling touched on many subjects, from making Please Baby Please during COVID in Montana, to Harry's love of dancing, why Amanda almost had a breakdown on set, actors' misplaced obsession with playing real people, how Amanda expanded Harry's love and knowledge of English cinema, and much more. For more filmmakers talking film and TV, visit Talkhouse at talkhouse.com/film. Subscribe now to stay in the loop on future episodes of the Talkhouse Podcast. This episode is brought to you by Storyblocks. Check them out at storyblocks.com/Talkhouse.

It isn't always easy to maintain and grow productivity when life-altering changes occur. In this episode, you'll get some insight into MassMutual Carolinas Transformation 2021 Challenge, as Tim Flanagan and Amanda Kramer discuss the firm's voluntary initiative to grow engagement from their associates. This episode is all about engaging your employees. You'll gain some insight… The post Engaging Your Employees with Tim and Amanda appeared first on Winning Through Culture.

In today's episode, host John Laurito is joined by MassMutual Carolinas' President Tim Flanagan and MassMutual Carolinas' Director of Advisor Experience Amanda Kramer. They share their experience as leaders of one of the Best Life Insurance companies of 2021. They also talk about what it's like to work in a company with a strong culture for its leaders and people.As a third-generation leader in MassMutual, Tim Flanagan is dedicated to leading the team in creating healthy practices while achieving their vision of success and balance in all aspects of their lives.What Tim cherishes most at MassMutual Carolinas is the daily opportunity to work with a group of people who are so passionate and caring about making a difference in peoples' lives. They are a relationship-driven organization, and it shows. They have unique and servant leaders who focus on a dynamic and comprehensive planning process grounded in their core values of balance, growth, authenticity, conviction, and stewardship.You can find Tim at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tflanaganjr/Building a culture of community is Amanda Kramer's calling. She strives to sustain high-trust relationships that help her influence change and challenge the status quo on how shared experiences drive those around her to make an impact - personally or professionally.With a passion for integrating stewardship, you'll find her in a pack - either of dogs or humans. Volunteering her time in the community as a puppy raiser for future guide dogs brings her an immense sense of gratitude. And, she is brightened to give back in this uncommon but meaningful way.Find Amanda at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandalandrethkramer/Show notes:[3:26] Tim's key to his success as a leader[6:50] How Tim stepped out of his comfort zone for his organization[8:43] How Amanda's role was essential for a strong culture[14:52] How did having a strong organizational culture help their business?[21:05] How it affected their people's confidence levels[24:25] Common mistakes businesses make[28:36] Words of wisdom[33:25] OutroGet a copy of Tomorrow's Leader on Amazon https://tinyurl.com/huseae9hText LEADER to 617-393-5383 to receive The Top 10 Things That The Best Leaders Are Doing Right NowFor questions, suggestions, or speaker inquiries, contact me at john@lauritogroup.com

Bringing your faith into your business in an authentic, genuine way. In this episode, Tim Flanagan and Amanda Kramer chat with David Wachter about how he has been able to integrate faith into the workplace, being authentic, and the importance of being inclusive.  David Wachter is the Managing Director, Registered Principal, and the Director of… The post Integrating Faith in the Workplace with David Wachter appeared first on Winning Through Culture.

On this episode of The BragWorthy Culture Podcast, Jordan talks with Tim Flanagan Jr. and Amanda Kramer of MassMutual Carolinas. Tim took over as General Agent of MassMutual Carolinas in 2004, and Amanda supports the firm's purpose of helping people win in all aspects of life by creating an environment of success, trust and belonging. Tim and Amanda talk about the value of balance through COVID times along with everyday life, and how their other core values play a vital role in their company. They touch on the importance of mental health and why allowing the mind, body and spirit to be healthy in both a work setting and personal life is beneficial. Jordan asks them about ideas that came about during the pandemic and their thoughts on blending remote employees with in-person employees as things start to return to a state of normalcy. They also discuss their opportunities for recruitment and what an ideal review would be from someone working for MassMutual.

How you, the entrepreneur can incorporate balance into your life both personally and professionally. As we discuss, it is not easy, but it is a priority. In this episode of Winning Through Culture, Tim Flanagan, Ryan Donaghy, and Amanda Kramer discuss the core value of balance. Specifically, Ryan, Tim, and Amanda share their personal and… The post Core Value 5: Balance appeared first on Winning Through Culture.

Conviction means something different based on the situation. For us, conviction means being “all in.” In this episode of Winning Through Culture, Amanda Kramer and Hannah Butler discuss the core value of conviction. Specifically, Amanda and Hannah discuss Hannah’s convictions in making a career shift during the pandemic and the impact that that decision has… The post Core Value 4: Conviction appeared first on Winning Through Culture.

Being authentic means being true to one’s self, one’s vales, and one’s personalities regardless of outside circumstances of pressures to act otherwise. In this episode of Winning Through Culture, Amanda Kramer, Amy Macari, and Audrey Averill discuss the core value of authenticity. Specifically, Amanda, Amy, and Audrey let the audience behind the scenes of having… The post Core Value 3: Authenticity appeared first on Winning Through Culture.

What being a steward means. In this episode of Winning Through Culture, Amanda Kramer and Jason Goldy discuss the core value of stewardship. Specifically, Amanda and Jason discuss their experiences and thoughts both in and out of the office about how stewardship and being a servant leader helps us all win at life.  Schedule of… The post Core Value 2: Stewardship appeared first on Winning Through Culture.

How a growth mindset helps us win personally and professionally. In this episode of Winning Through Culture, Amanda Kramer and Rachael Snyder discuss the core value of growth. Specifically, Amanda and Rachael discuss their experiences and thoughts both in and out of the office about what growth means to them and the firm as a… The post Core Value 1: Growth appeared first on Winning Through Culture.

We are excited to introduce our core values series to the podcast! In this introductory episode, Tim Flanagan and Amanda Kramer discuss how the core values of MassMutual Carolinas came to be, what they mean to the two of them and how these core values show up every day. And, over the next five weeks,… The post The Core Values of MassMutual Carolinas appeared first on Winning Through Culture.

Being impactful is hard work but it is good work and meaningful work. In this episode, Tim Flanagan and Amanda Kramer discuss the importance of building your culture in an authentic way, creating a community feel, and impacting the lives of those around you.  Tim and Amanda share the insights and experiences they’ve had throughout their… The post Building a Winning Culture in an Authentic Way appeared first on Winning Through Culture.

Ashley and Bianca interview LA based filmmaker Amanda Kramer, exploring the creative process behind psychological thriller Ladyworld. Amanda shares her unconventional route to directing, and delves into the importance of making bold choices in her filmmaking style within sound, makeup and casting. Find her on afilmbyamandakramer.com

From intern to coordinator. In this episode, Amanda Kramer chats with Rebekah Miller about her summer internship at MassMutual Carolinas, transitioning from intern to a full-time position, and marketing tips.  Rebekah has recently transitioned from an internship role to a full time position as the Digital Marketing Coordinator at MassMutual Carolinas.  We are glad to… The post From Intern to Coordinator with Rebekah Miller and Amanda Kramer appeared first on Winning Through Culture.

Amanda Kramer Facetimes from England. She ate dinner, we ate lunch & drank beers. Check out my interview with her on episode 235 of our other podcast DINNER AND “good” CONVERSATION: http://scotchandgoodconversation.com/?s=kramer Links: https://amandakramer.bandcamp.com https://www.instagram.com/amanda.kramer/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Musician-Band/Amanda-Kramer-271855456181010 https://www.facebook.com/psychedelicfurs/ http://www.thepsychedelicfurs.com/

On this very special episode, Nara interviews director Amanda Kramer about her claustrophobic coming of age film, Ladyworld. Adam and Seb join for a post interview discussion about isolation, identity, and the stupidest we've ever been.

Amanda Kramer has been a member of numerous musical groups, including: Information Society, The Golden Palominos, World Party and 10,000 Maniacs. Amanda has been a mainstay since 2002, as a member of The Psychedelic Furs. Born and raised in New York, Amanda started playing piano at 6 years old. As a member of Information Society, Amanda would be a part of the groups 1980's success, which would included two top 10 hits. Through the years, Amanda has leant her musical talent to; Siouxie Sioux, Tom Bailey (The Thompson Twins), Steve Kilbey (The Church), Eurythmics and Lloyd Cole. Listen to Amanda, as she shares stories about her time with Information Society, what it was like working with The Church, what it's like living in the U.K, what the 80's meant to her, what it's like to tour, who she thinks is the greatest Synth-Pop Band, what she would be doing if not involved with music and so much more!

On the latest episode of the Talkhouse Podcast, writer-director Amanda Kramer pulls back the curtain on the comedy world by chatting with stand-up and actor Chris D’Elia, whose new Netflix special, No Pain, is now streaming. Kramer isn’t just a fan of D’Elia’s work, she’s also a friend of his and so is comfortable pushing him to dig deep on subjects such as the pros and cons of taking comedy seriously, how to take away hecklers’ power, people’s misperception of Chris as a “bro party guy,” whether or not you can truly “get in trouble” online, what happened that time he compared himself to Daniel Day-Lewis, and much, much more. For more filmmakers and comedians talking film and TV, visit Talkhouse Film at talkhouse.com/film. Subscribe now to stay in the loop on future episodes of the Talkhouse Podcast.

On this week's show, we pair two of the greatest living songwriters, artists who've reimagined what the form can look like, and what it can accomplish. The Magnetic Fields' Stephin Merritt and ex-Pulp frontman Jarvis Cocker each have great new music in the world; when I heard the latter was coming to NYC, I instantly knew I had to try to get these two together in person for a Talkhouse Podcast convo. Thankfully, when presented with the idea, both were psyched! Over cups of tea at Hook and Fade Studios in Brooklyn (before the pandemic), the guys sat down for a delightfully freewheeling conversation about songwriting — and how they both love to subvert its norms in different ways — as well as the vastly different approaches they took to making their new LPs. But of course with these two, there's so much more here, including (but not limited to!): a moving discussion of reunions with their showbiz fathers who had abandoned them; the bad omen that nearly caused Jarvis to quit music in the year 2000; why Stephin’s new sexual fetish might be a “one time only” experience; and their shared love of that "hippy writer" Richard Brautigan. This episode is dedicated to all you "mis-shapes, mistakes, misfits" — enjoy! Pick up The Magnetic Fields' Quickies here, and Jarvis's Beyond The Pale here. Subscribe now to stay in the loop on future episodes of the Talkhouse Podcast, including upcoming talks like Helado Negro with Buscabulla, Black Belt Eagle Scout with Sasami, and comedian Chris D'Elia with filmmaker Amanda Kramer. Make sure to revisit Stephin Merritt and Daniel Handler (aka the author Lemony Snicket)'s 2019 look back on 69 Love Songs on its 20th anniversary. —Elia Einhorn, Talkhouse Podcast host and producer  This week’s show was recorded by the Talkhouse Podcast's producer Mark Yoshizumi. Josh Modell and I recorded ourselves in our respective #stayhome studios. Our theme song was composed and performed by The Range. Please direct all podcast-related ideas, vitriol, and compliments to elia@thetalkhouse.com.

AMANDA KRAMER has been a member of INFORMATION SOCIETY, WORLD PARTY, THE GOLDEN PALOMINOS & has been with the been with THE PSYCHEDELIC FURS since 2003. she's also worked with a who's who of cool bands including 10,000 MANIACS, SIOUXSIE SIOUX, LLOYD COLE, JULEE CRUSISE & LA ROUX. with all that amazing stuff going on […]

Diving deep into the “buzz word” that is culture. In this episode, Tim Flanagan chats with Amanda Kramer about what it takes to build a healthy culture within an organization.  Amanda is the Director of Advisor Experience at MassMutual Carolinas. She is responsible for the overall culture of the organization so she truly knows what… The post Building a Healthy Culture with Amanda Kramer appeared first on Winning Through Culture.

What is this platform Winning Through Culture all about and what can listeners expect to take away from this podcast? In this episode, Amanda Kramer chats with Tim Flanagan to discuss the vision behind what Winning Through Culture. As you’ll see on this platform, culture is important to Tim and his firm. In an authentic… The post What is Winning Through Culture? appeared first on Winning Through Culture.

5 - Criminology Matters - Rachel Killean talks to Dr. Amanda Kramer about her recent IHREC/NIHRC research with Rachael Dickson and Anni Pues on the potential impact of Brexit on Criminal Justice on the Island of Ireland. The research focuses on justice and security cooperation measures across five areas including the European Arrest Warrant (EAW), policing and prosecution cooperation, and data sharing tools such as the European Criminal Records Information System and Passenger Name Records. The report has a particular focus on the human rights implications of potential changes in justice arrangements. They discuss the risk of justice and security vulnerabilities, as arrangements for justice are made post-Brexit. http://www.nihrc.org/uploads/publications/Evolving_Justice_Arrangements_Post_Brexit_FA.pdf Amanda Kramer PURE Biography https://pure.qub.ac.uk/en/persons/amanda-kramer

5 - Criminology Matters - Rachel Killean talks to Dr. Amanda Kramer about her recent IHREC/NIHRC research with Rachael Dickson and Anni Pues on the potential impact of Brexit on Criminal Justice on the Island of Ireland.

I catch up with Amanda Kramer, who currently is the keyboardist in The Psychedelic Furs. Amanda was originally in Information Society when their hit "What's on your mind (Pure Energy)" was blowing up. After leaving the band, Amanda went on to work with some amazing bands; The Golden Palominos, World Party, 10,000 Maniacs to name a few. She talks about being in the right place at the right time.

Take a trip to LADYWORLD as Emily and Danita interview crazy cool filmmaker Amanda Kramer! Listen up as the trio chat about LADYWORLD’s upcoming screening at the Toronto International Film Festival’s (TIFF) Next Wave Film Festival, as well as the implications of portraying female conflict on screen and the importance of challenging expectations through art. Produced by Emily Gagne and Danita Steinberg. Edited by Sonya Suraci. Theme music by Emily Milling.

Take a trip to LADYWORLD as Emily and Danita interview crazy cool filmmaker Amanda Kramer! Listen up as the trio chat about LADYWORLD’s upcoming screening at the Toronto International Film Festival’s (TIFF) Next Wave Film Festival, as well as the implications of portraying female conflict on screen and the importance of challenging expectations through art. Produced by Emily Gagne and Danita Steinberg. Edited by Sonya Suraci. Theme music by Emily Milling.

Dr Amanda Kramer leads a discussion with Dr Gillian McNaull and QUB JD student Caoimhe Anderson about Canada's recent decision to legalise marijuana. This leads into a broader critical discussion about the criminalisation of drugs and approaches taken in other countries. Resources: -The Cannabis Act: https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/c-24.5/page-1.html -Portugal and Decriminalisation of Drugs: https://www.theguardian.com/news/2017/dec/05/portugals-radical-drugs-policy-is-working-why-hasnt-the-world-copied-it Profiles: -Dr Amanda Kramer: https://pure.qub.ac.uk/portal/en/persons/amanda-kramer(6bf216e8-a01c-4633-95dc-745e52393dc0).html -Dr Gillian McNaull: https://pure.qub.ac.uk/portal/en/persons/gillian-mcnaull(75facf96-9baf-4656-9d65-1c78bc23a8be).html

Dr Amanda Kramer leads a discussion with Dr Gillian McNaull and QUB JD student Caoimhe Anderson about Canada’s recent decision to legalise marijuana.

Director and writer Amanda Kramer is my hilarious and insightful guest on this bonus episode recorded at Fantastic Fest 2018! She shares what it feels […] Read More

You are looking LIVE on Switchblade Sisters at Fantastic Fest. Recorded at The Highball theater at the Alamo Drafthouse in Austin, Texas. April welcomes one of the filmmakers from the festival, Amanda Kramer, to discuss the Rainer Werner Fassbinder masterpiece, The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant. Amanda's film Ladyworld screened right before the recording of this episode. The day also marks her birthday! April and Amanda note that both of the films in this discussion share a similar theme of hysterical women trapped in a confined space. Amanda talks about her love of melodramatic performances and pushing her actresses to reach beyond realism. She also coins a term for her type of filmmaking: "Tamponnui." Plus, she discusses the fact that she never uses a camera, rarely bathes, and would happily be crowned "The Female Fassbinder." Check out the trailer here for Ladyworld. And if you haven't seen it yet, go watch on The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant With April Wolfe with Amanda Kramer You can let us know what you think of Switchblade Sisters at @SwitchbladePod on Twitter. Or email us at switchbladesisters@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org.

One of the most challenging and heavy films Matt saw at Fantastic Fest was LADYWORLD. It was an honor to get to talk with director Amanda Kramer about her feature film debut... check it out if you can.

Episode 62: Information Society - Information Society (1988) Part 2   Brian and Sarah take some time during their "Summer of Concerts" to resume their discussion on the 1988 major-label debut album from the American band Information Society.  In Part 1, an Apple IIe computer helped determine the order of the songs to be discussed. Unfortunately, the machine couldn't handle all that pressure and shut down soon afterwards, so for this episode, our hosts are left to determine the song order themselves. Part 3 - Track by Track, continued There's a mixture of songs from both Side One and Side Two to talk about, and our hosts decide to leave the biggest song for last. Or do they? Part of their discussion centers on the fact that depending on the audience, Information Society's 'biggest hit' varies among three different songs. Brian and Sarah also talk about two more videos, more Star Trek samples, a radio publicity stunt gone awry, and Amanda Kramer's top ten foods, most of which don't seem to be actual foods! Something in the Air Over the Sea Repetition Tomorrow What's On Your Mind (Pure Energy) Part 4 - Extra Credit Since Brian and Sarah spent quite a bit of time discussing freestyle music over these two episodes, they decide to review a list of the "top 100 freestyle songs," and each of them chooses their favorite song from the list. Part 5 - Final Review and Rating Both hosts have said some pretty good things about this album all the way through, although this episode did have a few more negative comments from each of them than Part 1 did. But you'll have to listen to the end to see how much of a difference that makes to their final record-adapter ratings! Bonus  Feature - Sarah's Secret Song Snippet  Sarah's Secret Song Snippet is back, and Brian thinks this one is the most difficult yet! Sarah starts expressing some regrets, but it's too late to turn back now! Listen to the end and then message the hosts with your guess, for your chance to be "Sarah's Secret Song Snippet Star of the Week!" See the videos we discuss here: Repetition What's On Your Mind (Pure Energy)   Read more at http://www.permanentrecordpodcast.com/ Visit us at https://www.facebook.com/permrecordpodcast Follow us at https://twitter.com/permrecordpod

After musings on German versions of fairy tales, the World Cup, and Lesley's sweariness watching football we begin with the recent reshuffle of Scottish government ministers. The faces may have changed but what about the policies? This and Lesley's recent wee trip up to Lismore sparks her thoughts on local democracy, the price of land and rural depopulation. While in Ireland I took the opportunity to listen to Irish opinion on Brexit, in particular the excellent Tony Connelly and Colm O'Mongain's RTE Brexit podcast. I reflect on their interviews with Amanda Kramer and Lord Patten. Lesley gives her thoughts on why swathes of England are still wedded to Brexit despite the mounting evidence of its disastrous economic impact. I attempt to lift the gloom after the surprise Democratic primary victory of Democratic Socialist Alexandria Ocasio- Cortez. Is this the signal of a US left response to Trumpism or will it be strangled at birth by the party machine? There's also T20 cricket and the latest on Willo Flood.  

This week we talked to Dr Amanda Kramer of @BrexitLawNI about unease over Brexit uncertainty in Northern Ireland and also to Chris (Lord) Patten on why he thinks 'Norway Minus' and a split Tory party may be the Brexit end result.

Professors and former Human Rights Commissioners Monica McWilliams, Brice Dickson, and Colin Harvey join Dr Amanda Kramer to reflect on the Bill of Rights for Northern Ireland 20 years on from the Good Friday Agreement. Bios: Professor Monica McWilliams: https://www.ulster.ac.uk/research/institutes/transitional-justice-institute/people/staff/mcwilliams-2 Professor Brice Dickson: https://pure.qub.ac.uk/portal/en/persons/brice-dickson(a5bf480a-280c-469a-9492-4cd7f9320b7d).html Professor Colin Harvey Bio: https://pure.qub.ac.uk/portal/en/persons/colin-harvey(b78326e0-78c4-437b-9d23-9cd6217db870).html Links: A full list of all the submissions made by the Human Rights Commission in relation to the Bill of Rights, can be found here: http://www.nihrc.org/publication/category/Bill-of-Rights Professor Colin Harvey and Dr Anne Smith's work on the Bill of Rights summarised here:https://ukconstitutionallaw.org/2017/07/21/anne-smith-and-colin-harvey-continuing-the-conversation-about-a-bill-of-rights-for-northern-ireland/ BrexitLawNI: www.brexitlawni.org

Professors and former Human Rights Commissioners Monica McWilliams, Brice Dickson, and Colin Harvey join Dr Amanda Kramer to reflect on the Bill of Rights for Northern Ireland 20 years on from the Good Friday Agreement.

Dr Amanda Kramer interviews Dr Kathryn McNeilly about her book Human Rights and Radical Social Transformation: Futurity, Alterity, Power (Routledge, 2017) which was shortlisted for the 2018 Hart-SLSA Early Career Prize. This episode has been released early to coincide with the Socio-Legal Studies Association Conference 2018 Dr Kathryn McNeilly is a Lecturer in QUB School of Law. Her research intersects the areas of human rights, critical legal theory and feminist/gendered thought. In 2017 Kathryn published Human Rights and Radical Social Transformation: Futurity, Alterity, Power (Routledge) which was shortlisted for the 2018 Hart-SLSA Early Career Prize. In this work Kathryn explores the possibility to use human rights in contemporary radical politics, offering a way for human rights to be revived to better speak back to power through considering the future-focused elements at the heart of rights. Reviewing the book, Illan rua Wall (Warwick) states ‘the prose is crisp, the theory is handled with a deft touch and the arguments are perfectly weighted'. You can find out more about Kathryn's research here. Dr Amanda Kramer Amanda is a Research Fellow in the School of Law, Queen's University Belfast. She is currently working on an ESRC funded project, 'Brexit and Northern Ireland: The Constitutional, Conflict Transformation, Human Rights and Equality Consequences'. Amanda completed her PhD, entitled ‘Law and Policy in Africa: Postcolonialism and the DRC, Mali, and Nigeria' in 2017 in the School of Law, Queen's University Belfast.

Dr Amanda Kramer interviews Dr Kathryn McNeilly about her book Human Rights and Radical Social Transformation: Futurity, Alterity, Power (Routledge, 2017) which was shortlisted for the 2018 Hart-SLSA Early Career Prize.

It’s a Living “A Very Special It’s a Living” (18 March, 1989) We’re joined by the very funny Amanda Kramer who brings some much needed lady business to Very Special Television! We watched the extremely 80’s sitcom It’s a Living - the show about the lives and loves of the waitresses at the glamorous rotating restaurant Above the Top high above the Bonaventure hotel in Los Angeles. Jan (Barrie Youngfellow) is extremely pregnant and is surrounded by the constant bickering and in-fighting of her fellow servers. Maybe the restaurant is rotating a little too fast today but Jan goes into labor early and is rushed to the hospital by Dot (Gail Edwards). Things take a turn for the worst and Jan has an out of body experience with Death himself (Danny Thomas). Together Death and Jan go on a sort of reverse Its a Wonderful Life as Jan tries to prove why she’s worthy of another chance. Episode 29 of Very Special Television delves into forgotten sitcoms, shows canceled before their time and jazzy sitcom theme songs. See you Above the Top!! Thanks for listening and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes! www.facebook.com/VERYSPECIALTELEVISION/ www.instagram.com/veryspecialtelevision/ facebook: @veryspecialtelevision instagram: @veryspecialtelevision twitter: @BestMenMedia