Podcast appearances and mentions of brad forenza

Mark and Nicole welcomed Brad Forenza, the creator of the award winning radio play Around The Sun to the lighter side of the dark side for a wonderful conversation in 2023. Brad talked about how growing up in Jersey City has made him identify as a New Yorker, even though he is in a different state. He was able to turn his short plays to a serious of audio plays called Around the Sun which features such acting luminaries as Vincent Pastore, Robert Funaro and Maureen Van Zant from the Sopranos, Marsha Mason (the Goodbye Girl), Austin Pendleton (My Cousin Vinny), Sally Struthers (All In The Family), BD Wong (Father of the Bride), Piper Laurie (Carrie), Richard Kind (Mad About You), Richard Kline (3s Company), Mindy Cohn (The Facts of Life), Bruce Villanch (Hollywood Squares) who apparently has a crush on Brad's stepfather and many many more. Brad details how he was able to work with such illustrious actors, discuss his writing process, what it is like to win podcast awards (Mark is so jealous) and what is in store for Season 3 which takes a departure from previous seasons and features 95 year old legend Estelle Parsons (Bonnie and Clyde) Francois Clemens (Mr. Rogers Neighborhood), comedian Judy Gold and another all star cast. Get some Dark Mark Show gear Go to www.teepublic.com/user/dms1 for shirts, mugs, phone/laptop covers, masks and more! This show is sponsored by: Eddie by Giddy FDA Class II medical device built to treat erectile dysfunction and performance unpredictability. Eddie is specifically engineered to promote firmer and longer-lasting erections by working with the body's physiology. Get rock hard erections the natural way again. Using promo code DARKMARK20, you can save 20% on your Eddie purchase, and you and your partner will be chanting incantations of ecstasy together faster than you can say “REDRUM.” Go to buyeddie.com/DarkMark for 20% off your purchase using code DARKMARK20 today. Raze Energy Drinks Go to https://bit.ly/2VMoqkk and put in the coupon code DMS for 15% off the best energy drinks. Zero calories. Zero carbs. Zero crash Renagade CBD Go to renagadecbd.com for all of your CBD needs Tactical Soap Smell Great with Pheromone infused products and drive women wild with desire! Go to https://grondyke-soap-company.myshopify.com/?rfsn=7187911.8cecdba

This week we get to sit down with actor Terry Hu. In addition to starring in the recent Disney+ original, Zombies 3, Terry also appeared in the third season of Around the Sun by Brad Forenza. Bea and Craig speak with Terry about their acting career, the differences between acting on screen and voice acting and also they have a discussion on inclusion in Hollywood and beyond. Featuring: Craig McFarland and Bea Bonner JOIN OUR PATREON: www.patreon.com/BeyondTheMouse __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! - https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network JOIN PODCAST PALS! –https://www.facebook.com/groups/186691492980265

Hear from creator, actor and the producer, Brad Forenza, and two of the stars of Around the Sun, Robert Funaro and Emmy Award-winner Cady McClain in The Locher Room.Brad, Robert and Cady are joining me to discuss Season 3 of the award-winning episodic audio drama. Created by actor/writer/producer Brad Forenza, Around the Sun is a scripted audio series of self-contained stories with a theme. In Season 3 Forenza has started something new, each episode builds more of the story. This season's story - about the Pinecones family and friends, is voiced by an EGOT winning cast.The ensemble includes Francois Clemmons (Grammy Award-winner, Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood), Brad Forenza (A Case of Blue), Robert Funaro (The Sopranos, The Irishman), Judy Gold, (Emmy Award-winner, She Came to Me), Wilson Jermaine Heredia (Tony winner, Rent), Terry (Never Have I Ever), Cady McClain (Emmy Award- Winner – As the World Turns, Days of Our Live and All My Children), Estelle Parsons (Oscar winner, Bonnie and Clyde) and Jai Rodriguez (Emmy winner, Queer Eye). The series is presented via the Broadway Podcast Network and available “wherever you listen to podcasts.”Catch up with Brad, Robert and Cady here in The Locher Room.

This week we blast off for a trip "Around the Sun" with the writer/director of the episodic podcast of the same name. We talk about how a COVID project has turned into a medium that has allowed him to share his stories and have some of his biggest bucket list actors join him in turning his writing into a reality in recording. The players each week really are a who's who in Hollywood of yesterday and today. I think you will enjoy hearing Brad's passion for the project and in no time you will be checking out these 10 minutes episodes yourself!_____________________________________Around the Sun Podcast Website: https://www.aroundthesunpodcast.com/_____________________________________Link to all things Not in a Huff Podcast: https://linktr.ee/notinahuffpodcastPlease follow/subscribe to the podcast to be the first to see new episodes when they come out each week. Be extra awesome and rate us on Apple Podcast and Spotify! :)

"Around The Sun" is an episodic audio drama featuring award-winning talent from stage and screen. The third season will be released this fall (2023)! Join me as I chitty-chat with actor, writer, producer, wordsmith extraordinaire, Brad Forenza. Season 3 is a miniseries, and if you don't recognize the voices, you are sure to know the names; Academy Award Winners, Grammy Winners, and so many stars, you'll need to dive into the website to see the giant list! www.aroundthesunpodcast.comSeason 1 is based in the New York area, Season 2 is set in the American Southwest, and Season 3 is just about to be debuted so buckle up and grab the popcorn!I loved hearing behind-the-scenes details as well as finding out that Brad's own cousin stars in Real Housewives of New Jersey! You can bet your high hair I asked what parts of that show are real . . . and Brad delivers the deets. AROUND THE SUN is a scripted, socially impactful audio drama exploring human connections, made and missed.Forenza's book, "Vignettes" is considered source material for Around The Sun episodes. Learn more about his many projects on his website! His talent brings such light to the world, don't miss out. Learn more about Brad: www.AuthenticallyBrad.com

This is a conversation that you'll come back to again and again. In this episode of Bottomless Coffee Podcast Jerome and guest Brad Forenza explore the intersection of human connection, avian homicide, and the creative arts. And unless I miss my guess - they also become friends!Around the Sun is a scripted, episodic audio drama that explores human connections, made and missed, with an existential flare. Whether consumed together or independently, the comedy, tragedy, and soul of Around the Sun embraces one character's assertion that, “We're never alone… even if it feels like the opposite is often true.” The series was created by Brad Forenza, and produced via remote technology throughout the pandemic, and onward.Check out Around the Sun: https://www.aroundthesunpodcast.comStream Bottomless Coffee: https://www.bottomlesscoffeeshow.comConnect with Jerome: https://www.instagram.com/jerometevansMentioned in this episode:Show ClosingShow Closing

On this week's show, Brad Forenza is here. He is the writer and producer of a scripted audio podcast drama called Around the Sun. Season 3 is here and we will talk with him about the show and creating a scripted audio drama – like a radio drama from decades ago. Dusty Sloan is here with another historical moment in Cleveland baseball – though not for Cleveland. John Grabowski is also here. He will give us a history lesson on Cleveland's West Side Market. All that and much more on this week's show! Audio Credits: Some songs have been edited "Happy Happy Game Show" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Fast Talkin" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "NewsSting" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Consequence" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Big Horns Intro by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Doh De Oh by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3666-doh-de-oh License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Super Circus by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4441-super-circus License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://audionautix.com/ Investigations by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3924-investigations License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Industrial Cinematic" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Glee Club Polka by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3808-glee-club-polka License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Balloon Game by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3414-balloon-game License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Truth of the Legend by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4551-truth-of-the-legend License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license http://www.orangefreesounds.com/ Credit: Music: https://www.purple-planet.com Credit: https://www.fiftysounds.com

Mark and Nicole welcomed Brad Forenza, the creator of the award winning radio play Around The Sun to the lighter side of the dark side for a wonderful conversation. Brad talked about how growing up in Jersey City has made him identify as a New Yorker, even though he is in a different state. He was able to turn his short plays to a serious of audio plays called Around the Sun which features such acting luminaries as Vincent Pastore, Robert Funaro and Maureen Van Zant from the Sopranos, Marsha Mason (the Goodbye Girl), Austin Pendleton (My Cousin Vinny), Sally Struthers (All In The Family), BD Wong (Father of the Bride), Piper Laurie (Carrie), Richard Kind (Mad About You), Richard Kline (3s Company), Mindy Cohn (The Facts of Life), Bruce Villanch (Hollywood Squares) who apparently has a crush on Brad's stepfather and many many more. Brad details how he was able to work with such illustrious actors, discuss his writing process, what it is like to win podcast awards (Mark is so jealous) and what is in store for Season 3 which takes a departure from previous seasons and features 95 year old legend Estelle Parsons (Bonnie and Clyde) Francois Clemens (Mr. Rogers Neighborhood), comedian Judy Gold and another all star cast. Get some Dark Mark Show gear Go to www.teepublic.com/user/dms1 for shirts, mugs, phone/laptop covers, masks and more! This show is sponsored by: Eddie by Giddy FDA Class II medical device built to treat erectile dysfunction and performance unpredictability. Eddie is specifically engineered to promote firmer and longer-lasting erections by working with the body's physiology. Get rock hard erections the natural way again. Using promo code DARKMARK20, you can save 20% on your Eddie purchase, and you and your partner will be chanting incantations of ecstasy together faster than you can say “REDRUM.” Go to buyeddie.com/DarkMark for 20% off your purchase using code DARKMARK20 today. Raze Energy Drinks Go to https://bit.ly/2VMoqkk and put in the coupon code DMS for 15% off the best energy drinks. Zero calories. Zero carbs. Zero crash Renagade CBD Go to renagadecbd.com for all of your CBD needs Tactical Soap Smell Great with Pheromone infused products and drive women wild with desire! Go to https://grondyke-soap-company.myshopify.com/?rfsn=7187911.8cecdba

For Video Edition, Please Click and Subscribe Here: https://youtu.be/PUt7aZ6mO_g Brad Forenza (series creator, Around the Sun) is an award-winning, New York-based writer/performer. His artistic style blends observational humor and existential contemplation. Brad's original films include: Awakening Arlene, Breaking Points, and The Lady Yang. His plays have been presented in New York and Los Angeles. Brad is the author of over 100 articles, editorials, and speeches. His anthologized publications include: The Public Figure Songbook (a concept album), Reagan Babies (personal essays), Vignettes (source material for the episodes comprising Around the Sun), and the forthcoming Long Ways Home. As an actor, Brad has appeared in roles for all mediums.  James LaVeck is an author and blogger on the topics of grief, recovery, and living life and dreams in the face of being widowed twice. He is also an actor, filmmaker, and certified master life coach living in New England with his two children.  Taylor A. Purdee is an American director, actor, screenwriter, and songwriter. He is the creator of the musical film Killian & the Comeback Kids, both the original screenplay and music of which were recently preserved by The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences. As a producer he has overseen the protection and re-release of screen legend Lee Grant's documentary work, curating the "worlds first virtual repertory series," 20th Century Woman: The Documentary Films of Lee Grant. As an actor, he's appeared on hit TV shows like “Gotham" and "Marvel's Iron Fist", and the surprise Finnish hit "Nerd: DragonSlayer666". He is the first bi-racial director/star of African American descent to have a narrative film theatrically released in America in the 21st Century.   

Today on The Neil Haley Show, Neil "The Media Giant" Haley and Greg Hanna will interview Jeffrey Sitcov, Brad Forenza, Kamilah Rae Lewis, and Taylor Armstrong Purdee.

Today on The Neil Haley Show, Neil "The Media Giant" Haley and Greg Hanna will interview Jeffrey Sitcov, Brad Forenza, Kamilah Rae Lewis, and Taylor Armstrong Purdee.

Please join the creators and two of the stars from Around the Sun, a new episodic audio drama, in The Locher Room. Joining me are creator Brad Forenza and two of his cast members François Clemmons (Mr. Rogers'Neighborhood) and Maureen Van Zandt (The Sopranos). Each self-contained episode of Around the Sun explores human connections, made and missed, with an existential New York flare. Whether consumed together or independently, the comedy, tragedy, and soul of Around the Sun embraces one character's assertion that, “We're never alone in New York… even if it feels like the opposite is often true.” The series was produced in quarantine, via remote technology. “Around the Sun is a valentine to a city I love, and the transcendent themes that unite us,” says series creator Brad Forenza. “It's also a celebration of possibility, created amidst the pandemic's destruction..” Around the Sun's celebrated ensemble includes: David Alan Basche (The Exes), Joanna Bonaro (Good ‘n Screwed), Dolores Catania (Real Housewives of New Jersey), François Clemmons (Mr. Rogers'Neighborhood), Lilli Cooper (Tootsie), Veanne Cox (Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella), David LaRosa (Clandestine), Marsha Mason (The Goodbye Girl), Christine Nagy (106.7 Lite FM), Vincent Pastore (The Sopranos), Austin Pendleton (My Cousin Vinny), Alysia Reiner (Orange is the New Black), Sally Struthers (Gilmore Girls), Maureen Van Zandt (The Sopranos), BD Wong (Mr. Robot), Ryan Wotherspoon (Fogg), and Brad Forenza (A Case of Blue)… all playing New Yorkers, yearning to connect. Around the Sun (#AroundTheSunPodcast) is a Best Version of Yourself production, written/directed by Brad Forenza, co-produced by Suzanne Ordas Curry (Equity) and Brian Dashew (Breaking Points).Original Airdate: 1/12/2022

This week the guys are joined by Adassa, the voice of Cousin Delores from Encanto and Brad Forenza, creator of the audio podcast drama, "Around the Sun".  They discuss season 2 of "Around the Sun", Adassa's experience while making Encanto, and working with Lin Manuel Miranda. On the Patron side, Justin and Mike talk hurricane Ian and it's impact on Walt Disney World. Check out Around the Sun at https://broadwaypodcastnetwork.com/podcast/around-the-sun/ The DDP Today Sorcerers fundraiser through Give Kids the World is live and we are raising money to send a critically ill child to Disney.  Donate today to make that wish come true.  https://give.gktw.org/team/446803 Check out the newest DDP merchandise today! https://www.teepublic.com/user/ddp-today COMING SOON!  -  ddptoday.com Book your next Disney vacation with Justin and Jamie at Away With Me Travel. Contact them today to start the magical planning process at show@awaywithmetravel.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/disneydadspodcast BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link https://www.patreon.com/disneydads?fan_landing=true You can find all of our shows at www.disneydadspodcast.com Get your copy of Pabel: The Rightful King, written by Disney Dad Jason on Amazon today.  https://www.amazon.com/Pabel-Rightful-Jason-Lee-Odegard/dp/B08WZ4P3XM/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1614215220&sr=8-1  

This week the guys are joined by Adassa, the voice of Cousin Delores from Encanto, and Brad Forenza, creator of the audio podcast drama "Around the Sun".  They discuss season 2 of "Around the Sun", Adassa's experience while making Encanto, and working with Lin Manuel Miranda. On the Patron side, Justin and Mike talk hurricane Ian and it's impact on Walt Disney World. Listen to Season 1 of Around the Sun today at https://broadwaypodcastnetwork.com/podcast/around-the-sun/ The DDP Today Sorcerers fundraiser through Give Kids the World is live and we are raising money to send a critically ill child to Disney.  Donate today to make that wish come true.  https://give.gktw.org/team/446803 Check out the newest DDP merchandise today! https://www.teepublic.com/user/ddp-today COMING SOON!  -  ddptoday.com Book your next Disney vacation with Justin and Jamie at Away With Me Travel. Contact them today to start the magical planning process at show@awaywithmetravel.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/disneydadspodcast BECOME A PATREON MEMBER AND GET ACCESS TO THE PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP AND WEEKLY EXTRA CONTENT. If you would like to support all of the Disney Dads shows and help us bring you more content commercial free, click the link https://www.patreon.com/disneydads?fan_landing=true You can find all of our shows at www.disneydadspodcast.com Get your copy of Pabel: The Rightful King, written by Disney Dad Jason on Amazon today.  https://www.amazon.com/Pabel-Rightful-Jason-Lee-Odegard/dp/B08WZ4P3XM/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1614215220&sr=8-1  

“It's just one beautiful land of opportunity we are in…” This week Craig and Vanessa had a wonderful opportunity to speak to Brad Forenza about the upcoming second season of Around the Sun. “A scripted, episodic audio drama that explores human connections, made and missed, with an existential flare.” Brad is also joined by Around the Sun cast member, Adassa. We also speak to her about her role as Delores in Encanto, and particularly her work with Lin-Manuel Miranda. It's a fun and insightful conversation. Listen to the first season of Around the Sun now, wherever you find podcasts. FEATURING: Craig McFarland and Vanessa Ferguson __________________________________________   Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts   FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network  FIND US ON FACEBOOK – https://www.facebook.com/thefrontrownetwork/  FIND US ON TWITTER – https://twitter.com/FrontRowReviewz  FIND US ON INSTAGRAM – https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemousepod   

“It’s just one beautiful land of opportunity we are in…” This week Craig and Vanessa had a wonderful opportunity to speak to Brad Forenza about the upcoming second season of Around the Sun. “A scripted, episodic audio drama that explores human connections, made and missed, with an existential flare.” Brad is also joined by Around […]

This week Craig and Vanessa had a wonderful opportunity to speak to Brad Forenza about the upcoming second season of Around the Sun. “A scripted, episodic audio drama that explores human connections, made and missed, with an existential flare,” premiering in fall 2022. Brad is also joined by Around the Sun cast member, Adassa. We also speak to her about her role as Delores in Encanto, and particularly her work with Lin-Manuel Miranda. It's a fun and insightful conversation. Listen to the first season of Around the Sun now, wherever you find podcasts. FEATURING: Craig McFarland and Vanessa Ferguson __________________________________________ Named one of the top 50 Disney Podcasts by Feedspot! blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts FIND US ON NPR ILLINOIS! https://www.nprillinois.org/programs/front-row-network FIND US ON FACEBOOK – https://www.facebook.com/thefrontrownetwork/ FIND US ON TWITTER – https://twitter.com/FrontRowReviewz FIND US ON INSTAGRAM – https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemousepod __________________________________________ Please enjoy this episode of BEYOND THE MOUSE and as always, we'll see you in the front row!

Brad discusses Vignettes: A Series of 10-Minute Plays. To connect with Brad, go to www.authenticallybrad.com To get the book, go to https://www.amazon.com/dp/1548347493

Brad Forenza is a producer and an actor. His new podcast, Around the Sun, is available everywhere now. Around the Sun is a 10 episode self contained scripted audio dramas that explore human connections, made and missed with a an existential New York flare. It's won many awards and stars actors and actresses of all kind. Brad is talking about what acting is like in New York vs Los Angeles. He also chats about creating the show ten years ago through playwrights and why he finally decided to make it an episodic podcast. Hear how Brad was able to score some of his heroes to voice characters in Around the Sun. All that and more. Enjoy and FROWN LESS. thehodgepodgeproductions@gmail.com instagram.com/iammrdylanhodge --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dylan-hodge/support

Golden Globe winner and four-time Oscar nominee Marsha Mason (The Goodbye Girl, Chapter Two, Only When I Laugh) joins Nancy to talk about her acting and directing career, moving between theater, film, and television, and living a creative life. Plus, Marsha discusses mentoring, her work on the scripted audio drama podcast Around The Sun, and the story behind her love of racing (1:07). In the second segment, Nancy discusses plays and podcasts with actor, writer, and Around The Sun audio drama podcast founder Brad Forenza (30:40). Find out more about Lost in Yonkers at Hartford Stage. Read Marsha Mason's 2002 memoir Journey: A Personal Odyssey on Kindle. Find out more about the podcast Around The Sun. Visit Nancy's website. Learn about segment sponsor Humoroutcasts.com (:59, 30:33).

Surprise! This is where our journey truly ends. (Or is it?) When a memory-detector brings a lost soul into the expanses of the universe, he meets a star keeper who encourages him to stand still and look deeper. Hosted by Brad Forenza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A runner reflects on life and love, one borough at a time, as part of the NYC Marathon. Starring (and featuring the a cappella vocal talents of) Grammy winner François Clemmons (Porgy and Bess), with cameo flashbacks throughout. Hosted by Brad Forenza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A wayward patron crashes closing at The Museum. Will he and the unsuspecting janitor find peace among the dinosaurs? Starring SAG Award winner Vincent Pastore (The Sopranos) and series creator Brad Forenza. Guest-hosted by Brian Dashew. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two friends debate a deadly hit amidst the backdrop of a subway series game, and the spirit of being neighborly. Starring SAG Award nominee Maureen Van Zandt (The Sopranos) and Joanna Bonaro (Good ‘n Screwed). Hosted by Brad Forenza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a woman thinks she's out of options, her Eastern medicinal practitioner offers one last window to heal an old wound. Starring Christine Nagy (106.7 Lite FM) and Tony winner BD Wong (M. Butterfly). Hosted by Brad Forenza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How well do parents know their children? A surprising discovery turns life upside down for a pair of professors who learn a little too much. Starring SAG Award winner Alysia Reiner (Orange is the New Black) and David Alan Basche (The Exes). Hosted by Brad Forenza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A seedy motel room hosts a chance encounter that leads to questions of choice, destiny, and the future. Starring Dolores Catania (Real Housewives of New Jersey) and David LaRosa (Clandestine). Hosted by Brad Forenza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A “seen it all” passenger on the 1 Train, hell-bent on proselytizing her lovesick compatriot, finally sees something she's never seen before. Featuring two-time Emmy winner Sally Struthers (All in the Family) and singer/songwriter Ryan Wotherspoon. Hosted by Brad Forenza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Manhattanites have conflicting ideas about the road ahead, as they contemplate life near the Central Park reservoir. Starring two-time Golden Globe winner Marsha Mason (The Goodbye Girl) and two-time Drama Desk winner Austin Pendleton (The Last Sweet Days of Isaac). Hosted by Brad Forenza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The conversation gets real in the infamous Bard's Diner with theater friends and Shakespearean Servers at divergent points in their careers. Starring Tony nominees Lilli Cooper (Tootsie) and Veanne Cox (Company). Hosted by Brad Forenza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6nnHue0TowERXIqAMT7iW The first episode of Reel Discussions Podcast's guest is Brad Forenza. Brad is a writer, director, actor and in a few short years has written, filmed, and directed several indie projects that have all gone on to win film festival awards. This podcast discusses implementing thought into action, why certain "structures" seem to prevent argument, tribalism, and the state of our current culture. Episode One 12-7-20 Guest: Brad Forenza Brad's Films discussed during the podcast Breaking Points Imdb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7825082/... Awakening Arlene Imdb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9223690/... The Lady Yang Imdb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11512290... Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1JVt... Best Version of Yourself (Brad's production company) on Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt3T... Host: David LaRosa Music Track: Icaro — Iaio [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: https://youtu.be/qXCy0wWmOWk Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/icaro

akaRadioRed welcomes two non-stop creatives who keep pushing boundaries. New Yorker Joanna Bonaro is an actress, writer, producer, and snger who has appeared on TV's Law and Order: SVU, Boardwalk Empire, The Sopranos, on film and Off-Broadway. She created and stars in the comedy TV pilot, Good 'n Screwed. Joanna formed brainybeautyproductions.com to advocate for and create female-driven content for women 40+. She created and hosts the Terrace Truth Talkin' podcast for women in their 40s–60s. Brad Forenza is a writer of original films and plays, and a performer. His solo show, Squeaky (Lynette “Squeaky” Fromme), has performed around the US. As an actor, Brad has appeared in theatre, TV, and film, including the upcoming feature, A Case of Blue. “If I understood anything from Sondheim's Sunday in the Park with George, it was that art is about communicating something new…saying something fresh and novel in spite of risk.” Join akaRadioRed for Read My Lips: Creatives Acting Out!

Assemblyman Frank Catania Sr. (retired) discusses conservative approaches to, and perspectives on, social welfare policy. Hosted by Dr. Brad Forenza.

Assemblywoman Shavonda Sumter (NJ) discusses Health, Mental Health, and Disability through a critical lens. Hosted by Dr. Brad Forenza.

Ms. Katelyn Ravensbergen (Program Director, Hudson County Division of Housing and Community Development) discusses housing and homelessness prevention through the lens of welfare pluralism. Hosted by Dr. Brad Forenza.

State Senator Nellie Pou (NJ) discusses the universality of public education in New Jersey, as well as inadequacies in its historic funding structure. Hosted by Dr. Brad Forenza.

Dr. Jason Williams (Montclair State University) discusses race, politics, and the administration of justice. Hosted by Dr. Brad Forenza.

State Senator Nellie Pou (NJ) discusses social development and the importance of economic progress, for urban communities and their residents. Hosted by Dr. Brad Forenza.

Mr. Liam Reilly (Community Organizer) discusses his role in helping to facilitate collective action, and its capacity to affect social change, in the physical environment. Hosted by Dr. Brad Forenza.

Commissioner Bill Waldman (NJ Department of Human Services) discusses policy implementation and analysis in the context of child welfare. Hosted by Dr. Brad Forenza.

Commissioner Bill Waldman (NJ Department of Human Services) discusses public, private, and nonprofit organizational structures, and their responses to need, with special emphasis on his time as Commissioner of New Jersey's Department of Human Services. Hosted by Dr. Brad Forenza.

Commissioner Carol Cuadrado (Passaic County Board of Social Services) discusses the role of county governance in the implementation of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and other programs. Hosted by Dr. Brad Forenza.