Podcast appearances and mentions of chelsea sutton

Welcome to our first episode of 2025! Kate and Abigail discussed goals and upcoming projects for The Freelance Remuda, and then we sat down with marketing expert Chelsea Sutton. Chelsea's unique skill set includes solid business and marketing knowledge, plus a deep background in equine events. She's a notable horse show announcer and podcast producer, and brings an infectious energy to our conversation. We hope you enjoy today's episode as much as we did putting it together!

Chelsea Sutton – Piedmont Trauma Program Manager & Dr. Carrie Watson – Piedmont Trauma Medical Director visit Palmetto Mornings.

This week  Sean Cawelti and Chelsea Sutton of Rogue Artists Ensemble — the LA based company behind works like Kaidan Project: Walls Grow Thin, and Señor Plummer's Final Fiesta — are here with us for a quite lovely conversation about their upcoming projects including the one-off Carousel of Fools taking place in Santa Monica this month and the full length immersive show Schlitzie: Alive and Inside the Decaying Sideshow which is slated for later in this year.Show NotesCarousel of FoolsSchlitzie: Alive and Inside the Decaying SideshowKaidan Project: Walls Grow ThinSeñor Plummer's Final FiestaRogue Artists EnsembleNoPro NYC Meetup (Jan 29th)NoPro LA Meetup (Jan 29th) Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we slap on some satire to the mess of a breakfast we all know to be.... politics! Chelsea Sutton is back and does NOT disappoint dishing out the drama of workplace culture. It's all fun and games till someone gets murdered! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shortstackstories/support

Taking a look at the evolution of playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins with special guest LISA DRING Lisa is a writer, director and actor originally from Hilo, Hawaii and Reno, Nevada. Her play SUMO will be co-produced by La Jolla Playhouse and Ma-Yi Theater Company in 2023. She has recently worked on multiple projects with Meow Wolf and was a member of The Geffen Writers' Room. She was honored as a recipient of the 2020/21 PLAY LA Stage Raw/Humanitas Prize. Her play The Wicked One was a finalist for the Relentless Award, a finalist for the Bay Area Playwrights Festival, a finalist for the Seven Devils Playwrights Conference and a semi-finalist for the O'Neill Playwrights Conference. Kaidan Project: Walls Grow Thin, a piece she co-wrote with Chelsea Sutton, was nominated for 7 Ovation Awards including Best Production (winner of 5). Lisa's work has been developed/produced by The New Group, Actors Theatre of Louisville, East West Players, Circle X, SCF @ Son of Semele, Playwrights' Arena, Rogue Artists Ensemble, UCSB Launch Pad Series, The Motor Company and Theatre of NOTE. Lisa has been awarded fellowships at MacDowell, Blue Mountain Center and Yaddo. Her play SUMO was recently named as a finalist for the O'Neill Playwrights Conference. Lisa graduated from the University of Southern California. She was awarded the 2021 Dorothy and Granville Hicks Residency at Yaddo, which honors one promising young writer a year, and was nominated for an Emmy for Welcome to the Blumhouse Live, a project she co-wrote and co-directed with Matt Hill. Shows Discussed: Part 1: An Octoroon Part 2: Gloria Part 3: Everybody SUBSCRIBE. RATE. REVIEW!! THEME and Stingers: Ryan Thomas Johnson IG: @theatre_theater_pod Twitter: @the_theatre_pod Gmail: theatretheaterpod@gmail.com tiktok: @theatre_of_the_absurd LA SPOTLIGHTS: A New BrainIG: @CelebrationThTr www.celebrationtheatre.org Resources below FGM Education Resources https://www.fgmeducation.com/post_resources/fgm-medical-resources/ BLM Donation and Education LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/NationalResourcesList Black Owned Businesses in LA: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18w-0RBhwBBlXDN9kRV9DVSCAGSCjtHb9K0Pq2YBv18U/htmlview?usp=sharing&pru=AAABcpXptV0*XfoiE2Ay5SJUCEO3tXROGQ&urp=gmail_link MPJI https://marshap.org/ Petitions https://linktr.ee/petitions_123

What are the components of the rollback? If you said the stop and rollback, you are wrong. What about circles? Simple: 3 circles and a lead change. Wrong again. The 2022 NRHA Open Reining Futurity demonstrated that rollbacks and circles incurred the highest rate of score deviation in the pattern. Brian Dygert and Jody Brainard guide us through these maneuvers and help us understand what makes them more challenging to judge. What causes greater variances in scores among judges at all levels? This episode dives deeper into maneuver spreads and focuses on the data and statistical deviations in the Circles and Rollbacks. Reiners, Cow Horses & working western fans: this episode is for you. If you are a reining exhibitor, judge, organizational leader, reining horse owner or professional trainer, this episode of the Cowboy Office Show uncovers years of judges insights into understanding of the horsemanship and judging expertise that goes into these complex maneuvers. IN THIS EPISODE THE COWBOYS DISCUSS: Is it time to separate maneuvers? Stop Back Rollback Lead Changes Does tail function (or lack thereof) affect maneuver evaluation? How does the quality of motion affect scoring in the circles and rollbacks in reining? Chelsea Sutton of ConsultMent Agency joins Brian & Jody as they discuss the judging system and its impact on the sport of reining and level of competition. COWBOY OFFICE SHOW Website: CowboyOffice.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/cowboyofficeshow Instagram: www.instagram.com/cowboyofficeshow LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cowboy-office TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@cowboyofficeshow Exec@CowboyOffice.com RESOURCES: Production, marketing and moderating by ConsultMent.Agency NATIONAL REINING HORSE ASSOCIATION: https://nrha.com NRHA FUTURITY: https://nrhafuturity.com/ NRHA Handbook (reining rulebook): https://nrha.com/media/pdf/handbook/2023/2023-handbook.pdf

35% of the NRHA L4 Open Finals had maneuvers of 1 point or more. Seasoned exhibitors know the importance of studying their score sheets after they show. But what are they supposed to think when one judge says a maneuver was poor and another says it was good? What does this say about the judging system? Jody Brainard & Brian Dygert examine the maneuver scores from the 2022 NRHA Futurity and share their discoveries and statistics on spread maneuver scores at even the most prestigious events with the most experienced judges. In this episode the Cowboys tackle hard questions like: Why do spreads happen, especially across zero? What is an acceptable spread? What impact does the industry, class, or level of competition have on the standard? What you'll learn: The role of the rulebook in judging What earns and removes credit when competing in reining The timelessness of A. General Why steering your horse is (or should be) acceptable New trails the Cowboys explore: Should judging become a team sport? Is it time to review all penalties? How do we create more separation to reduce ties? Chelsea Sutton of ConsultMent Agency joins Brian & Jody as they discuss the judging system and its impact on the sport of reining and level of competition. COWBOY OFFICE SHOW: Website: CowboyOffice.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/cowboyofficeshow Instagram: www.instagram.com/cowboyofficeshow LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cowboy-office TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@cowboyofficeshow Exec@CowboyOffice.com Resources: Production, marketing and moderating by ConsultMent.Agency

How the Kiser name became synonymous with good ground Footing in the horse show industry has evolved as much as our horsepower. Jim Kiser joins Brian and Jody to discuss how it all began, laugh over the bumps in the road, and discuss footing, business, and horses. What ties us all together is the love of the horse. It's more than a cliche for true horsemen and is the foundation for the entire industry. All great horsemen have one thing in common. They are students of the game. They study everything from training techniques to equipment to feeding programs. Knowing and understanding the footing you ride on is no exception. Good ground is one of the pillars of a good horse show and necessary for elevating competition while keeping horses sound. Learn how Kiser Arena Specialists solve problems using innovative ideas as they continue to be change leaders in industries such as Reining, Working Cow, Cutting, at events like the NRHA Derby and Futurity, The World Equestrian Games, World's Greatest Horseman and more. Chelsea Sutton of ConsultMent Agency moderates this educational and enlightening discussion on the evolution of footing, competition, horses, and Kiser Arena Specialists. COWBOY OFFICE SHOW: Website: CowboyOffice.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/cowboyofficeshow Instagram: www.instagram.com/cowboyofficeshow LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cowboy-office TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@cowboyofficeshow Brian@CowboyOffice.com RESOURCES: Kiser Arena Specialists: kiserarenaspecialists.com Production, marketing and moderating by ConsultMent.Agency

"A good set of horses with an incredibly experienced set of officials... made for the best futurity I've ever seen." - Jody Brainard. Score displays, technicalities and tracing technology: a few of the new things at the 2022 Open Futurity at the National Reining Horse Association. With over 16,240 manuever evaluation decisions made in the first go, tenured experts Brian Dygert and Jody Brainard analyze the competition and judging at the Open Futurity, visiting topics like spread scores, percent of differentials, and spreads on runs like Matt Mills and Shawn Flarida's winning run in the Level 4 Finals. Both hosts have over 35 years of experience of judging and monitoring, including at the highest level of the NRHA and hit topics like improvements needed to the judges system, the quality of horses and the tools our judges have (and may or may not be using). Moderated by Chelsea Sutton of the ConsultMent Agency, this episode is a for anyone who watched the futurity live, didn't watch the futurity yet, and want to better understand how the judges system effects the sport, the competition and the future of our sport of reining. COWBOY OFFICE SHOW: Website: CowboyOffice.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/cowboyofficeshow Instagram: www.instagram.com/cowboyofficeshow LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cowboy-office TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cowboyofficeshow Brian@CowboyOffice.com RESOURCES REFERENCED: National Reining Horse Association: https://nrha.com/ Production, marketing and emceeing by ConsultMent.Agency

"We're trying to do too much with the same people in the same day {at our horse shows} ." - Brian Dygert. The last 5 years in western horse showing has brought massive evolution from the creation of events like the Run for A Million, and American Professional Horseman from Teton Ridge, the development of new shows, the growth of shows through stalls and entries, and more. While in some ways, we are growing, in many others, we are not. This episode explores questions like: is horse show activity ready for modification? Do our sports like reining, cutting, reined cow horse, ranch riding need to develop a fan? Does subjective scoring hold our sports back? Is it time for our national organizations collaborate again? Breed shows like the American Quarter Horse Association and Paint Horse Association, discipline specific-national shows like the NRHA Derby, Futurity, and emerging segments like ranch riding are faced with these questions and Brian and Jody will debate and share statistics that shed light on ideas and possible solutions. Brian & Jody also discuss the differences in the working western horse show industry from other prominent sports like rodeo, golf, and basketball, including the professional leagues like, NFR, NFL, NBA, PGA, and the challenges that horse shows face. Chelsea Sutton moderates this conversation. This episode is a great listen for anyone who is a leader in their group, business or organization for modern horse showing, for those who compete or work at shows, owns working western performance horses and who are interested in the culture and industry of modern horse showing. COWBOY OFFICE SHOW Website: CowboyOffice.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/cowboyofficeshow Instagram: www.instagram.com/cowboyofficeshow/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cowboy-office TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cowboyofficeshow Brian@CowboyOffice.com RESOURCES REFERENCED: American Horse Council: https://horsecouncil.org/ Production, marketing and emceeing by ConsultMent.Agency

START HERE: Get to know the stories and experiences of your show hosts - Jody Brainard and Brian Dygert. From training horses, to a change of college plans, Brian and Jody share about the paths they walked and what they've learned along the way. In this episode, the cowboys share about their experience as trainers, judges, teachers, monitors, venue producers and more. They'll share what spurred the idea behind this podcast, and what you can expect from conversations and episodes moving forward. From Reining, to quarter horses, world championships and everything in between: moderator Chelsea Sutton, of the ConsultMent Agency, asks the questions so that you can get to know them both. Website: CowboyOffice.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/cowboyofficeshow Instagram: www.instagram.com/cowboyofficeshow/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cowboy-office TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cowboyofficeshow

Get settled in for this powerful conversation with Chelsea Sutton, the founder of ChristianCurvyCool.  This episode is for you if you are still struggling with 1) Unforgiveness towards that Ex and 2) Unforgiveness towards yourself if you know in your heart that you married him or got involved for the wrong reasons and from an unhealthy place.  We dive into the subtle ways unforgiveness towards the ex and ourselves shows up in the boss chick/overcompensating/microaggressions we see on social.  We talk about being tired of being the “BIGGER” person in a relationship break-up as a woman of faith and  not really feeling like forgiving that Ex.  Sis, you are not the only one hoping that God would allow you to be just a little bit PETTY!   We talk about raising our babies after divorce and dating.  Her powerful testimony of how God saved her from a suicide attempt when she hit a very low place after her divorce will strengthen your faith and resolve that you can heal after divorce, be resilient and ready for love and dating again. No matter how dark your situation may get and feel, there is redemption and recovery for you!You can connect with Chelsea here:Website: https://christiancurvycool.com/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/christiancurvycool/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christiancurvycoolLet's connect!Click the link below  for books and resources on personal development and to get on Tonika Maria's VIP mailing list to be the first to know when coaching and mentoring communities open up for 2022!  https://linktr.ee/tonikamaria

In this episode Nadine and Nikki have the joy of speaking with Sheley Brien and Chelsea Sutton, the two driven, hard working women behind Reiner Stop - An interactive, live sports commentary platform for the reining industry…and SO much more. This conversation is jam packed! If you are interested in business in  the horse industry b beyond training, this is a must listen! Links Mentioned:https://reinerstop.comhttps://www.facebook.com/reinerstop/Follow Informed Equestrian online @:www.informedequestrian.comhttps://www.instagram.com/informedequestrian/https://www.facebook.com/informedequestrianhttps://www.tiktok.com/@informedequestrianSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=87421)

In this episode Nadine and Nikki have the joy of speaking with Sheley Brien and Chelsea Sutton, the two driven, hard working women behind Reiner Stop - An interactive, live sports commentary platform for the reining industry…and SO much more. This conversation is jam packed! If you are interested in business in  the horse industry b beyond training, this is a must listen! Links Mentioned:https://reinerstop.comhttps://www.facebook.com/reinerstop/Follow Informed Equestrian online @:www.informedequestrian.comhttps://www.instagram.com/informedequestrian/https://www.facebook.com/informedequestrianhttps://www.tiktok.com/@informedequestrian

This week I've had the amazing opportunity to get to interview Chelsea Sutton, who has impacted many lives both in & outside of the horse world. Originally an east coast girl, Sutton relocated to Arizona where she has started her own marketing company and has recently become a co-partner in ReinerStop. But in the horse world, she is better known for her voice being heard in various NRHA & AQHA show arenas. We chat about advice to young entrepreneurs, how Sutton got the job being the first woman to ever call the show from the main arena at any NRHA major event, and how she has turned several passions into the life that she has always dreamed of! You definitely want to check this one out! Chelsea's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cimforgiven/ ReinerStop:https://www.instagram.com/reinerstop/ My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sliding_n_spinning/ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/horsingaroundpodcast/

In today's episode, Frances Brunelle speaks with US Army veteran and Co-Owner of Smith Metal and Sutton Machining, Chelsea Sutton, about how manufacturing businesses can use social media to attract new customers and promote their services or products. As with all small business owners, Chelsea wears multiple hats, acting as head of business development, marketing, and public relations at Smith Metal and Sutton Machining, which offer services in CNC milling, CNC turning, EDM, 3D printing, surface grinding, welding, and fabrication. Tuning in, you'll hear how Chelsea expanded through acquisition during COVID and lost nearly half of her customer base as a result of shutdowns due to the pandemic. She shares how she used social media to attract new customers and boost business, as well as her advice for manufacturers who hope to do the same, plus so much more! Make sure to tune in today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, Frances Brunelle speaks with US Army veteran and Co-Owner of Smith Metal and Sutton Machining, Chelsea Sutton, about how manufacturing businesses can use social media to attract new customers and promote their services or products. As with all small business owners, Chelsea wears multiple hats, acting as head of business development, marketing, and public relations at Smith Metal and Sutton Machining, which offer services in CNC milling, CNC turning, EDM, 3D printing, surface grinding, welding, and fabrication. Tuning in, you'll hear how Chelsea expanded through acquisition during COVID and lost nearly half of her customer base as a result of shutdowns due to the pandemic. She shares how she used social media to attract new customers and boost business, as well as her advice for manufacturers who hope to do the same, plus so much more! Make sure to tune in today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If SmartVAs had existed five years earlier, Chelsea said, "I would have done this far, far sooner than I did" with her business.Chelsea Sutton, CEO of Consultment Agency and Visibiliti Creatives, has been a SmartVAs client since February 2021, starting with merely 80 hours and now to 160 hours.Chelsea joins us on our 100th episode of the Master Delegator Podcast as she shares her experiences so far with her team of virtual assistants from Smart Virtual Assistants. We also talked ​about how she successfully became a Master Delegator herself!Why Hire A Virtual Assistant From SmartVAs?Being a Marketing Business Owner herself, Chelsea started her company with so many things on her to-do list that she couldn't focus on the more important needs of her company. She realized she needed an assistant who could be her right hand and take on some of the responsibilities so she could focus on the more essential ones.However, an assistant isn't enough until she learned about Smart VAs, which provides a team of virtual assistants with skill sets that match her requirements, saving her time and money on onboarding and training.Tips To Know What To DelegateChelsea's first step in figuring out which tasks should not be assigned and which should be handled internally or by management was delegating everything. In doing that, she was able to find the tasks that weren't best for delegation and that then gives her more insight into how to run her business.Another piece of advice she gave was to treat the VAs and treat the lead like a part of your team and talk through things with them, even if you're not sure how to proceed because your lead and virtual assistants can make suggestions of what to do next to help you build your business.Getting it on paper was by far one of the best things that helped her decide what to delegate because it forced her to think through different things, in different categories, and then prioritize those things accordingly. Keeping track of all the duties or projects you imagine you could have can help you figure out what and how to delegate to your virtual assistant.Tips On How to DelegateBe patient in the process - Even though VAs are professionals, it's important to give them and the process more time to absorb.Delegate Everything - As stated previously, doing so gives more insight into how to run your business.Utilize a video call & recording system - Getting a business owner and their team on Zoom establishes a personal interaction that allows both parties to better understand each other both personally and professionally.Don't wait - If you were considering delegation early in your business, just do it and stop thinking about the process.Be specific - Being able to ascertain and determine what the task is and why the task needs to get done and then assigning the task according to that goal or intention will absolutely set you up for success.About Chelsea SuttonChelsea Sutton, the CEO and co-owner of two marketing agencies, Consultment Agency and Visibiliti Creative.Connect with Chelsea and her company ConsultMent here:Website: https://consultment.agency/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cimforgiven/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chelseajdSutton 

This episode of the Ride is brought to you by Weaver. Chelsea Sutton joins Jillian and Nichole to chat about her exciting career as a reining horse show announcer. As the first woman to announce the main arena at the NRHA Derby along with many world shows and other large events, Chelsea shares thrilling stories from being on the front line during some of the most memorable events in the Western horse industry. If you want to hear all about the behind the scenes action of horse show production, plus learn where you can listen to the playlists Chelsea uses at major events, and learn about her newest venture as a co-author of the book Wisdom of the Silver Sisters, this episode is a must-listen! Follow Chelsea on social media! FacebookInstagram- @cimforgiven, @reinerstopSpotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back on Short Stack with another exclusive author interview! Join us for an eerie and dangerous urban legend as we read Chelsea Sutton's “At the Center,” a modern take on the Theseus and the Minotaur, and we're joined by Chelsea afterwards to discuss her writing and inspirations! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/shortstackstories/support

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"You have to understand the whole business. You have to understand the intentions of the business owner, the business manager, and the way that  they intend for their business  to translate for their customer."Chelsea used her experience to share why it's important to intentionally get to know your clients and think of them as teammates in order to execute a successful marketing strategy. Success stories are always inspiring when you hear them from the person who's had an amazing experience. Listen to this episode as Chelsea shares personal stories of how her organization helped other businesses achieve their goals.Key Things for Growth Growth is undeniably constant, much like our days of living our lives, and that is what Chelsea is absorbing as an entrepreneur and a leader in order to expand her business and achieve success. Nonetheless, she made a few key things to share for entrepreneurs to fulfill their desire to grow within their business.Quality Relationships with clients and each otherQuality Work at the core of what you doBuilding a team around your businessDelegate both of your weaknesses and strength  with that team and learn from itChelsea admits that she won't be able to do it on her own without virtual assistants. Not having all of the necessary skills to complete all of the tasks, as well as dealing with the daunting work and emotions from running a company can drain all of your energy. She reminded herself that finding people that suits your company and forming a team with them is critical to having a quality production and a well-done job. About Chelsea SuttonChelsea Sutton graduated as Cum Laude from Arizona State University, a top 20 business school, with a Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship and Business Management. Now Chelsea Sutton is the founder and CEO of ConsultMent, a marketing agency that helps purpose-driven brands develop marketing teams. Consultant designs intentional marketing campaigns to achieve their aims, from consultancy to management services. In only one year, she has managed accounts of over 300,000 followers and over 250,00 impressions for brands. She directs digital marketing campaigns for hospitality brands that generate over $7 million in revenue annually, and she creates and manages marketing strategies such as blogs, email marketing, social media, digital advertising, and public relations. She is also an Adjunct University Instructor for Marketing Research and Social Media Marketing.Connect with Chelsea and her company ConsultMent here:Website: https://consultment.agency/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cimforgiven/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chelseajdSutton If you’re feeling tired and overwhelmed, it is time to hire a virtual assistant! Check out smartvirtualassistants.com and learn how you can get your life back.

The Nice Girls Podcast is obsessed with the opposing forces that shape us - as hosts Ashleigh Boiros, Chelsea Sutton, and Katie Witkowski dive into the details of who we are, who we are expected to be, and everything in between. On The Nice Girls, they discuss pop culture, self-discovery, politics, and obsessions that are completely immersed in the WTF-ness of this moment. They're here to find hope in the madness. Let's get curious. Let's get complicated. Let's get nice. Premiering March 10, 2021.

In this week's Highlights interview, AJ is joined by Chelsea Sutton to discuss lessons learned from her life and sharing some incredible insights into the importance of looking at problems from multiple directions. Make sure to follow her business, @consultment, and personal @cimforgiven, on Instagram and Twitter!

Getting some time with Chelsea was so rich with information. With every challenge that our businesses and lives are facing right now it is so encouraging to hear the insights that Chelsea has toward how we see our social media communities. That it is about authentically connecting with people! However that works for you and your community in the moment you have to find that and dive in fully. So grateful for her time and wisdom!

PLEASE START WITH EPISODE ONE FIRST. THIS IS A SERIAL PODCAST.In the final episode of ‘Crack this ShXt Open!’ Shay speaks as Sebastian, her male-presenting side. She sets the stage as her childhood church where Sebastian is given the floor and is speaking from the pulpit. Like the men before him, he speaks his truth.Sebastian's monologue captures the soul and reveals the full story. Cast: Shay Potter (as Sebastian)Key Themes:Nature is a flow between polarity and nuance.Disruption breeds destruction.Conformity under the guise of love is not love at all.The pursuit of validation always ends in contempt.Self-acceptance comes from within.Key Quotes:0:10 — “What was I like before the world took hold of me? Before I stopped being a person in the world and became a person of it?”5:14 — “I am on a personal journey, the one we all find ourselves on at critical points sometimes in our lives. Often, the journey is lonely, quiet, intimidating, only you and your thoughts, alone and purposeful. This is my path towards truth.”8:57 — “The trinity has perfected this deed to create a perfectly scripted world safe for them. For me, for others, it’s the least safe place to be.”12:40 — “These intentions are initially hidden under the guise of love and care. Resistance is met with punishment, a cost better than being ostracized, to be left out alone on your own, ousted out of the group. This group that you’ve given everything to be a part of.”14:08 — “Was my blind trust worth it? Is it possible that my truth weighs just as much as their pound of truth? Is it possible that there is more than one way to be right? I was indoctrinated to lead a life I could not honestly uphold nor sustain.”Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform. Brought to you by Be Better Media, LLC. Visit our website.------------------------------------------------Crack This ShXt Open is narrated and produced by Shay Potter. Editing on this episode from Chelsea Sutton and Shay Potter. Sound design and mix by Nathan Maghan. Music in this episode is Hymn For Reason by Patrick Smith, Solace by Keith Anthony Holden. Our theme song is by Blue Dot Session.Finally, the art and photography created for this project by Grace Perkins, Brandon Baker, and Aida Elisa. Grace and Aida created the illustrative art and Brandon made the photographs and videos.Silent contributors -- Angela Renee Bennett, friends, and mentors. Thank you!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/BeBetterMedia)

PLEASE START WITH EPISODE ONE FIRST. THIS IS A SERIAL PODCAST.Shay talks about the public persona she developed to hide her identity and meet the expectations of others — ‘Her.’ She explains her journey through a story about her sorority’s signature scholarship event and the fallout from one last performance. Shay takes us into her mind and dealing with mental anxiety which provokes an uneasiness. She takes the first step toward a glimpse of light -- change is coming.Cast: Shay PotterKey Themes:People often seek the happiness of others at their own expense.Ignoring the truth doesn’t make it go away.Maintaining a constant performance is exhausting.We strive to live by impossible standards.Denying your true self will always lead to failure.Key Quotes:2:55 — “We both played our role equally well. Even if in reality I would one day grow to realize it was all a performance. We both only saw what we wanted to see. I just rolled along in hopes that my mother’s happiness would one day give way to my own.”18:17 — “It was a feeble attempt to keep everything under wraps and hidden. To be perfect. My performance as ‘Her’ was exhausting.”18:41 — “My worst fear? Everyone that I loved, my friends, my world, would leave me once they knew. I was just trying to hold it together. Be this thing, you know, this person, this woman. But it was too foreign.”19:29 — “I perform everything about my life. ‘She’ was a performer. ‘She’ was my performance. I was motivated to make everyone happy. Everyone, but for me.”Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform. Brought to you by Be Better Media, LLC. Visit our website.------------------------------------------------Crack This ShXt Open is narrated and produced by Shay Potter. Editing on this episode from Chelsea Sutton and Shay Potter. Sound design and mix by Nathan Maghan and Zach Hahn. Music in this episode is Yesterday by Jason Donnelly, Seoul by Jack Bennett, Childhood Memories Ambiance. Our theme song is by Blue Dot Session.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/BeBetterMedia)

PLEASE START WITH EPISODE ONE FIRST. THIS IS A SERIAL PODCAST.Shay is interviewed by her mother about coming to terms with ‘the middle’ and what that means for her daily life. It is the third and final chapter of ‘Rhythm & Blues,’ a series with Shay’s family about understanding and acceptance.Cast: Shay Potter, Brenda PotterKey Themes:We live in a binary world.You must decide who you want to be.Biology does not determine your true identity.Labels can be unfair and limiting.An honest life is a good life.Key Quotes:1:49 — “How do we begin to learn to accept what is and not get so caught up in what could be, or should be? Does it start with the parent, or the child? Who should take lead to break the chains of disappointment and despair?”5:29 — “I don’t have kids because that’s a very real female function, and I don’t identify with that. So, to take myself there to get impregnated, to carry a child, to give birth to a child, I am then agreeing to being female and that’s just something that I feel like I will never fully agree, or be comfortable with.”7:25 — “When I was younger, I used to always have this weird sensation, or thought process, that could there be a combination of the two where you’re not male, you’re not female, you’re kind of both?”9:51 — “In reality, we are all born into a very binary type of world. It’s either black, or it’s white. It’s hot, or it’s cold. You’re male, or you’re female. And so you’re not really given a choice at all.”18:47 — “I live a life of very open and transparent honesty. There’s an alignment there. There’s no juggling, or hiding or being something that I’m not.”Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform. Brought to you by Be Better Media, LLC. Visit our website.------------------------------------------------Crack This ShXt Open is narrated and produced by Shay Potter. Editing on this episode from Chelsea Sutton and Shay Potter. Sound design and mix by Zach Hahn. Special thanks to, Brenda Joyce Potter, in this episode. Music in this episode is Packovjax by Lance Conrad. Our theme song is by Blue Dot Sessions.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/BeBetterMedia)

PLEASE START WITH EPISODE ONE FIRST. THIS IS THE FIFTH EPISODE OF THE SERIES AND A CONTINUATION OF THE PREVIOUS EPISODE.Shay interviews her father and recounts the time he came to stay with her in Augusta. It is a continuation of the conversation that began in the fourth episode of Crack this ShXt Open!, ‘Rhythm & Blues, Pt. 1.’Shay's father visits her home in Georgia. Over the next few weeks, his health declines and he ends up in the hospital. It was a wake-up call for both of them. Would they both grow from the experience? Hear more.Cast: Shay Potter, Merty PotterKey Themes:Family is a powerful force.Time will not heal all wounds, but effort can.Understanding is the result of a shared experience.Reconciliation requires a willingness to change.True acceptance comes from within.Key Quotes:5:49 — “This long trek to Augusta represented so many things. Most importantly, it indicated his need to wind the clock back, or at least stop it momentarily like he was trying to reach back to grab that something he suddenly remembered was there.”10:16 — “This was the first time I saw another side of my dad. He looked unsure, lost, frightened. We were changing roles right before my eyes.”10:57 — “I never asked, nor wanted this level of responsibility, but I feared losing my father even more.”12:25 — “Sometimes, we move too fast in life and overlook the simpler things of the values that are already in our world. Until it begins to fade away, I am my dad’s Georgia and he is mine. Augusta changed both of us.”13:42 — “I think every kid wants that emotional connection, whether they share the same gender or not. You just want to have that, right? And that’s why I’m so appreciative that we muscled through this and we now have it.”15:04 — “I’ll go the extra mile. I want you to say when you needed it, I was there. I love you more than anything else in the world.”- Shay’s fatherListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform. Brought to you by Be Better Media, LLC. Visit our website.------------------------------------------------Crack This ShXt Open is narrated and produced by Shay Potter. Editing on this episode from Chelsea Sutton and Shay Potter. Sound design and mix by Nathan Maghan. Again special thanks to, Merty Potter, in this episode. Music in this episode is Solace Piano by Keith Anthony Holden, Never Forgets by Ketsa, Home Road by Kai Engel, Cinematic Indie by Morning Light Music, Knowing by Michael Vignola. Our theme song is by Blue Dot Sessions.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/BeBetterMedia)

PLEASE START WITH EPISODE ONE FIRST. THIS IS THE FOURTH EPISODE OF THE SERIES. Shay interviews her father about his childhood and asks difficult questions about his lack of involvement during her early years.For most of her life, Shay wondered if the reason her father was so distant was that she was a girl. Despite the fact that many of their interests where the same, Shay’s father admits that he was disappointed she wasn’t a boy. Still, he asserts that it didn’t change his level of interest. This is the beginning of repairing their fractured relationship.Shay’s interview with her father continues in Episode 5, ‘Rhythm & Blues, Pt. 2.’Cast: Shay Potter, Merty PotterKey Themes:We are often a product of how we were raised.Children desire a personal connection with their parents.Your priorities determine your actions.Music brings people together.Memories have different meanings for different people.Key Quotes:1:05 — “He had no time to look at me no matter how desperately I wanted his glance.”7:04 — “Fathers look forward to playing catch with their boys. It’s a special rite of passage. I often bucked this trend, defiantly dangling my kid-sized 10.5 cleats over those boundaries that separated my father and I.”8:57 — “I did want a son, you know, and you turned out to be a girl. But that didn’t still change my level of interest in you. All I wanted to do was make sure you had everything.”- Shay’s father16:36 — “I describe you in music. You know, your moods, where you are. I can tie it to specific songs. I know what your favorite songs are, your favorite artists, and it all comes from that music room.”18:13 — “You had a child that lived every day with you and can only have these little moments, you know, with who this man was that was her father.”18:51 — “Memories are always not as clear as we’d like them to be.”--------------------------------------------------------------Crack This ShXt Open is narrated and produced by Shay Potter. Editing on this episode from Chelsea Sutton and Shay Potter. Sound design and mix by Nathan Maghan. Special thanks to, Merty Potter, in this episode. Music in this episode is Solace Piano by Keith Anthony Holden, Never Forgets by Ketsa, Home Road by Kai Engel, Cinematic Indie by Morning Light Music, Hymn For Reason by Patrick Smith. Our theme song is by Blue Dot Session.Crack This ShXt Open is owned by Be Better Media Productions Company. Please check out more on our website BeBetterMedia.com.--------------------------------------------------------------Support More Podcast Contenthttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/BeBetterMedia #LGBTQ #genderfluid #crackthisshxtopen #girldadSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/BeBetterMedia)

On today’s episode of FaithWalk 2.0, is Part III of our “In The Wilderness” conversation with Chelsea. Guest Speaker: Chelsea can be found on Instagram @christiancurvycool and on her blog at https://christiancurvycool.com/ As always, stay tuned and blessed

PLEASE START WITH EPISODE ONE FIRST. THIS IS THE THIRD EPISODE OF THE SERIES.Shay talks about the struggles she’s faced with image as a gender-fluid individual. It is a continuation of the conversation with her friend, Jeremiah, that began in the first episode of Crack this ShXt Open!, ‘In the Box.’ Shay doesn’t always have a way to describe herself and she’s okay with that. As a 19-year veteran of the US Army, Shay has seen it all and knows that education is a choice. She doesn’t believe in forcing people to change for her sake. When others strive to learn about gender fluidity, they will become more accepting, just as she found her family already was.Now that she’s come into her own, Shay is ready to help others through the support they need and the opportunity to learn from her example.Cast: Shay Potter, Jeremiah DaceKey Themes:Your appearance is a reflection of who you are.Confidence comes from within.You can’t control others, just how you react.Education and acceptance are a choice.Support is there for those who need it.Key Quotes:3:09 — “I think we all have to find the way that is most comfortable, most authentic, to how we want to present ourselves and our world.”7:27 — “God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference. Living one day at a time, enjoying one moment at a time, accepting hardship as the pathway to peace.”9:23 — “Let’s focus on something that you can control. Don’t lose the ability to experience and grow in other facets of your life because you’re so hand strung on you didn’t get what you wanted. Be happy. Embrace who you are.”10:17 — “I have no terminology for who I am. I have no terminology for what I want to be, or how I want to exist. I just want to be.”EPISODE 4 will be released on 15 Oct, the official release of the podcast!!Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts, Deezer, or on your favorite podcast platform. Brought to you by Be Better Media, LLC. Visit our website.------------------------------------------------Crack This ShXt Open is narrated and produced by Shay Potter. Editing on this episode from Chelsea Sutton and Shay Potter. Sound design and mix by Cooper Mannon. Again special thanks to Jeremiah Dace in this episode. Music in this episode is Step In Step Out by Blue Dot Sessions and Life Illusion by Ketsa. Our theme song is by Blue Dot Sessions.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/BeBetterMedia)

PLEASE START WITH EPISODE ONE. THIS IS THE SECOND EPISODE OF THE SERIES.*****WARNING: SOME DISCUSSION OF DEPRESSION AND SUICIDE IDEATIONS*****Shay tells the story of her downward spiral and how it mirrored the social unrest in Los Angeles following the beating of Rodney King. As a deeply troubled teen, Shay had been experiencing gender dysphoria for some time. At this point, she had not yet embraced her true identity. Simmering racial tensions only sought to fan the flame.Like Rodney King, Shay felt like she was fighting for her life. In order to survive, she had to accept herself and seek understanding from those around her. It would be an uphill battle, but it was one she was willing to take. After all, something had to change.Cast: Shay PotterKey Themes:The Rodney King trial is symbolic of Shay’s internal struggle.Unchecked silence only gives abusers power.Constant pressure leads to an inevitable eruption.It’s difficult to discuss issues when they don’t want to be discussed.True acceptance starts with you, others will follow.Key Quotes:3:22 — “There were no words necessary, no explanations needed. In that moment, LA’s black community was living the pain we all knew instinctively.”10:09 — “What I failed to remember was that I was in a traditional black home and certain topics, like sex and sexuality, were taboo and would never be discussed.”14:07 — “I know Sebastian and all that he represents is wrong. Unnatural. Sinful. So I must keep him to myself. I found the tiniest box inside of me and shoved Sebastian in as best I could. Unfortunately, boxes have limits.”26:18 — “Every day is an adventure, and it usually was a day of endless taunts. Teasing about my skin, my hair, or my boyish nature. And mostly, because I didn’t know how to push back.”33:38 — “I was no different. I also wanted acceptance and understanding from those in my world. My parents, my pastor, and my community. But then I realized others could never give me what I was unable to give myself.”EPISODE 4 will be released on 15 Oct, the official release of the podcast!!ALL NEW EPISODES will drop EVERY THURSDAY until the finale episode.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts, Deezer, or on your favorite podcast platform. Brought to you by Be Better Media, LLC. Visit our website.Get SUPPORT hereTeens: www.thetrevorproject.org/help ✨The Trevor Lifeline: 866.488.7386.✨ Text START to 678-678.Parents: IndigoJourney (https://www.instagram.com/indigojourney1) ------------------------------------------------Crack This ShXt Open is narrated and produced by Shay Potter. Editing on this episode from Chelsea Sutton and Shay Potter. Emma Cannady is our storytelling editor. Sound design and mix by Zach Hahn. Music in this episode is Escaping Forever & Majestic by Michael Vignola, Whisperers Piano Trap Beat by Curtis Harris. Our theme song is by Blue Dot SessionSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/BeBetterMedia)

THIS IS THE BEGINNING OF THE STORY. START HERE. THE FIRST OF THE SERIES.In this episode, Shay introduces her story by sharing some of the critical moments that helped define her childhood. To give her feelings context, she explains her journey through the concept of boxes. People use these boxes for many reasons. For classification, for protection, even to file things away we don’t understand. Early on, Shay realized that she didn’t fit into the boxes that society put her in. She was different, and she wasn’t sure what that meant. Everyone around her thought she was going through a phase, but Shay knew that it was more than that. Society’s boxes on gender felt too confining. Find out how Shay worked through this in this intimate conversation with her friend and counsel, Jeremiah Dace.Cast: Shay Potter, Jeremiah DaceKey Themes:Boxes are common, but unhelpful ways to categorize things we don’t understand.Gender dysphoria can add to the confusion of puberty.Inner feelings are difficult to communicate, especially when they are not widely accepted.Parents must constantly be in-tune to their child’s emotional state.Deal with it. Compartmentalization has damaging long-term effects.Best Quotes:2:47 — “Boxes are all around us. We check them on applications, forms and all through our daily lives, especially when we classify ourselves into like groups. For example, am I male, or female? Gay, or straight? What if I’m neither? Can I be somewhere in between?”12:28— “How do we get unstuck? How do we navigate the dark tunnels seemingly leading to nowhere? How do we stop feeling pulled, twisted and jerked around until we fit neatly within neat categories, groups, labels, yes boxes, we were never meant to fit into?”16:25 — “Mentally, I am on both spectrums. I can fluidly move between both and that’s where I’m most comfortable.”21:35 — “By the time I was in my 20’s I was trapped inside someone I didn’t even know.”EPISODE 4 will be released on 15 Oct, the official release of the podcast!!ALL NEW EPISODES will drop EVERY THURSDAY until the finale episode.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts, Deezer, or on your favorite podcast platform. Brought to you by Be Better Media, LLC. Visit our website.--------------------------------------------------------------Crack This ShXt Open is narrated and produced by Shay Potter. Editing on this episode from Chelsea Sutton and Shay Potter. Emma Cannady is our storytelling editor. Sound design and mix by Nathan Maghan. Music in this episode is Step In Step Out by Blue Dot Sessions and Life Illusions by Ketsa. Our theme song is by Blue Dot Sessions.Special thanks to Jeremiah Dace in this episode. He encouraged me to share my story and pushed me to that end. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/BeBetterMedia)

On today’s episode of FaithWalk 2.0, is Part II of our “In The Wilderness” conversation with Chelsea. Guest Speaker: Chelsea can be found on Instagram @christiancurvycool and on her blog at https://christiancurvycool.com/ As always, stay tuned and blessed

On today’s episode of FaithWalk 2.0, Nina was joined; by a special guest Chelsea Sutton-Henderson aka ChristianCurvyCool. Chelsea is the creator of ChristianCurvyCool, LLC; which is her blog and brand. She is a professing follower of Christ, a Christian, and her blog is dedicated to that relationship with Christ. She is the proud mother of the most amazing 3-year-old, Skylar Camille. By trade, Chelsea is a Registered Nurse working as an RN Case Manager for one of the local hospitals in her city. On the side, she trades forex, partner with various brands as an influencer, and getting more into the business/sales of her brand. Guest Speaker: Chelsea can be found on Instagram @christiancurvycool and on her blog at https://christiancurvycool.com/ As always, stay tuned and blessed

Chelsea Sutton, Trauma Program Manager at Piedmont Medical Center chats with Lucas and Patti about fireworks safety.

The Evening News Radio Hour Written By Sean Kozma Performed by Mark Bate, Jeff Folschinsky, Sean Kozma, Chelsea Sutton and Tyler Tanner Produced by The Eclectic Voices Literary Group

Interview with Lisa Dring and Chelsea Sutton the writers and creators of the Kaidan Project. http://latheatrebites.com/interview-with-the-creators-of-the-kaidan-project-lisa-dring-and-chelsea-sutton/

What could possibly make the story of Pinocchio any stranger? How about Puppets! Today I talked with Chelsea Sutton and Sean Cawelti, the writer and director of the brand new show Wood Boy Dog Fish. They fill me in on their unique take on their "delightfully macabre take on The Adventures of Pinocchio". This show looks bizarre and amazing all at once and Chelsea and Sean tell us everything we need to know about it.

What could possibly make the story of Pinocchio any stranger? How about Puppets! Today I talked with Chelsea Sutton and Sean Cawelti, the writer and director of the brand new show Wood Boy Dog Fish. They fill me in on their unique take on their "delightfully macabre take on The Adventures of Pinocchio". This show looks bizarre and amazing all at once and Chelsea and Sean tell us everything we need to know about it.

In June 2012, Eclectic Voices produced a completely original monologue play: The Theory of Silence, Details on a Disappearance.  It grew out of a writing exercise surrounding the idea of a family mysteriously disappearing from a small town.  The show featured monologues from characters in the town, their reactions, theories and experiences about the disappearance. The synopsis: The Johnsons have suddenly vanished. They’re just gone, nowhere to be found. Did they meet with foul play? If they did, there’s no shortage of potential suspects. There’s the neighborhood watch guy; the garbage hunter; the crazy bag lady; the medium; the man who manipulated his way into the preteen dance class; the disgruntled waitress; and more. Everyone in town has a theory and they’re not shy when it comes to telling you about it. This original mystery monologue show explores the idea of unexplained disappearance, of human evaporation, and how it affects those who witness it. We are proud to present one of the great monologues from the show, “Young Woman”, written by Sean M. Kozma and performed by Chelsea Sutton.

In June 2012, Eclectic Voices produced a completely original monologue play: The Theory of Silence, Details on a Disappearance.  It grew out of a writing exercise surrounding the idea of a family mysteriously disappearing from a small town.  The show featured monologues from characters in the town, their reactions, theories and experiences about the disappearance. The synopsis: The Johnsons have suddenly vanished. They’re just gone, nowhere to be found. Did they meet with foul play? If they did, there’s no shortage of potential suspects. There’s the neighborhood watch guy; the garbage hunter; the crazy bag lady; the medium; the man who manipulated his way into the preteen dance class; the disgruntled waitress; and more. Everyone in town has a theory and they’re not shy when it comes to telling you about it. This original mystery monologue show explores the idea of unexplained disappearance, of human evaporation, and how it affects those who witness it. We are proud to present one of the great monologues from the show, “Lily”, written by Chelsea Sutton and performed by Abbe Rowlins. 

In June 2012, Eclectic Voices produced a completely original monologue play: The Theory of Silence, Details on a Disappearance.  It grew out of a writing exercise surrounding the idea of a family mysteriously disappearing from a small town.  The show featured monologues from characters in the town, their reactions, theories and experiences about the disappearance. The synopsis: The Johnsons have suddenly vanished. They’re just gone, nowhere to be found. Did they meet with foul play? If they did, there’s no shortage of potential suspects. There’s the neighborhood watch guy; the garbage hunter; the crazy bag lady; the medium; the man who manipulated his way into the preteen dance class; the disgruntled waitress; and more. Everyone in town has a theory and they’re not shy when it comes to telling you about it. This original mystery monologue show explores the idea of unexplained disappearance, of human evaporation, and how it affects those who witness it. We are proud to present one of the great monologues from the show, “Herbert”, written by Chelsea Sutton and performed by Dan Mandel. 

In June 2012, Eclectic Voices produced a completely original monologue play: The Theory of Silence, Details on a Disappearance. It grew out of a writing exercise surrounding the idea of a family mysteriously disappearing from a small town. The show featured monologues from characters in the town, their reactions, theories and experiences about the disappearance. The synopsis: The Johnsons have suddenly vanished. They’re just gone, nowhere to be found. Did they meet with foul play? If they did, there’s no shortage of potential suspects. There’s the neighborhood watch guy; the garbage hunter; the crazy bag lady; the medium; the man who manipulated his way into the preteen dance class; the disgruntled waitress; and more. Everyone in town has a theory and they’re not shy when it comes to telling you about it. This original mystery monologue show explores the idea of unexplained disappearance, of human evaporation, and how it affects those who witness it. We are proud to present one of the great monologues from the show, “Eddie”, written by Chelsea Sutton and Performed by Brian Smith.

In partnership with PEN Center USA, ALOUD presents the culminating event of PEN’s 2016 Emerging Voices Fellowship to mark the program’s 20th anniversary. Revisit this evening of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction with readings from the 2016 Fellows: Marnie Goodfriend, Jian Huang, Wendy Labinger, Natalie Lima, and Chelsea Sutton; featuring an introduction from this year’s Emerging Voices mentors: Carmiel Banasky, Claire Bidwell Smith, Patrick O’Neil, Mike Padilla, and Alicia Partnoy. The Emerging Voices Fellowship is a literary mentorship program aiming to provide new writers who are isolated from the literary establishment with the tools, skills, and knowledge they need to launch a professional writing career.  

In this deeply personal and empowering episode, we dive into the realities of life after divorce.As many navigate the turbulent waters of separation, the challenges of balancing self-care and motherhood become paramount, especially when trying to steer finances as a single parent.Our special guest, Chelsea Sutton, shares her inspiring journey of rediscovering her identity post-divorce, her tips and strategies for maintaining mental and emotional health, and her insights on managing money wisely for herself and her child.Whether you're a single parent, someone who's experienced divorce, or just curious about the challenges and triumphs of life's unexpected turns, this episode promises to resonate, inspire, and offer a beacon of hope.To get the full show experience, checking out the video tutorial linked below and make Chicken Parmesan Spinach Mushroom Pasta Skillet and join us at the dinner table for this conversation!Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOdbXoqAEcgBZ-TejPdInFADon't forget to subscribe, like, and share this episode with anyone who needs some financial wisdom in their life. Your support means the world to us!