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TestTalks | Automation Awesomeness | Helping YOU Succeed with Test Automation
In this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, Joe Colantonio sits down with Jason Huggins—the original creator of early versions Selenium, Appium, and Sauce Labs—to discuss his latest project: Vibium. Not sure what tool to use? Try my free Test Tool Matcher now: https://testguild.me/toolmatch Jason describes Vibium as “Selenium for AI,” designed to fix flaky WebDriver tests and leverage AI for smarter, model-based testing. We explore why AI-driven automation is the next wave, how WebDriver BiDi changes the game, and what QA leaders need to know about the rise of “vibe coding.” If you've been wondering what comes after Selenium and Playwright, this is a must-listen. Get insider insights from the creator who helped shape modern testing—and is now building its AI-powered future.
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 457th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST. Episode Story Topic: How to Start a Play SPECIAL PROMOTION ON: MY PREMIERE PLAYWRITING COACHING - A year long program where I help you write a perfect play, and teach you everything you need to know about Playwriting and connecting your plays to theatres and producers. WITH A DISCOUNT CODE below at Checkout - Save 20%! IWRITEPLAYS Book it here: https://www.manhattanrep.com/premiere Check out Manhattan Rep's INSTAGRAM for more on Manhattan Rep with videos from our productions and so much more! @manhattanrepertorytheatre The Playwright's Reading Room on Zoom starts 9/10! Come develop your play with me and some of Manhattan Rep's best actors! Book it at the link below: https://www.manhattanrep.com/reading-room Book a SCRIPT CONSULTATION - Get Productive Feedback and Next Steps! https://www.manhattanrep.com/script-consultation Book a SHORT PLAY SCRIPT CONSULTATION https://www.manhattanrep.com/short-script-consultation My Fantastic Playwriting Book on Amazon! The Complete Fantastic Play Series! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DT6LQWZC Manhattan Rep's Play Production Program: https://www.manhattanrep.com/play-production-program Let us help you self-produce your best play in New York City or anywhere in the world. Email: How2WritePlays@yahoo.com
Send us a textPlaywright Stuart Brown streamed into Playwright's Spotlight for a second time after technical difficulties with sound, but I hope delved a little deeper this time around. We discuss the Connecticut Theatre Market, being a critic and a playwright and how the former affected the latter, honesty as a critic, and advice to theatre companies on getting critics in seats. We also explore how being a critic helped his writing when he began to pursue playwriting, keeping your audience engaged, implementing twists and what makes a good one, and what makes a three dimensional character. We wrap things up learning curves and openness to making improvements, the success of the Questions game in Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead, his approach to Murder Mystery and keeping it simple, and writing a red herring and whether or not there are rules. We close it up discussing his online Broadway radio station - SoundsofBroadway.com. It's a question filled conversation with a plethora of information. Enjoy!Stuart Brown is an award-winning Connecticut playwright whose 10-Minute works have been staged in his home state as well as California, Florida, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Texas and via the British podcast, Theatrical Shenanigans. He is a theater critic with the Outer Critics Circle and the Connecticut Critics Circle and also runs the 24/7 online Broadway radio station, SoundsofBroadway.com, featuring the best from Off-Broadway, Broadway, and London stages. Plays included The Suitcase, House Hunted, and his newest play Lady Jigsaw received a staged reading at the Square One Theatre in Stratford, CT on July 10 and will lead the Chestnut Playhouse Theater's 5th annual Playwriting Festival on September 5th. For tickets to Lady Jigsaw at the Chestnut Street Playhouse on Sept. 5, visit -https://www.chestnutstreetplayhouse.org/For tickets to an evening of Stu's nine 10-minute plays at The Arts at Angeloria's on Sept. 12, visit, https://www.theartsatangelorias.com/To watch the video format of this episode, visit - https://youtu.be/R5wJb0RrRO0Websites and Socials for Stuart Brown -http://stuartjbrown.com/IG: @stuartjbrown_authorWebsites and socials for James Elden, Punk Monkey Productions and Playwright's SpotlightPunk Monkey Productions - www.punkmonkeyproductions.comPLAY Noir -www.playnoir.comPLAY Noir Anthology –www.punkmonkeyproductions.com/contact.htmlJames Elden -Twitter - @jameseldensauerIG - @alakardrakeFB - fb.com/jameseldensauerPunk Monkey Productions and PLAY Noir - Twitter - @punkmonkeyprods - @playnoirla IG - @punkmonkeyprods - @playnoir_la FB - fb.com/playnoir - fb.com/punkmonkeyproductionsPlaywright's Spotlight -Twitter - @wrightlightpod IG - @playwrights_spotlightPlaywriting services through LACPFest - www.lacpfest.comSupport the show
This week, Brian is joined by regulars Tom Sawyer, Yayne Abeba, and Brent Weinbach for a candid, wide-ranging discussion. The panel dives into the latest developments in the Jeffrey Epstein/Ghislaine Maxwell case, including the political fallout, the press conference by victims, and the implications for Donald Trump and other public figures. They debate whether Trump's base will stick with him, the cult of personality in politics, and the shifting tides within the Republican party.The conversation expands to personal stories about encountering shady situations, the psychology of denial and complicity, and the broader issue of accountability for those in power. The group also touches on vaccine mandates in Florida, the anti-vax movement, and the impact of political decisions on public health and tourism.Other topics include the legacy of public figures embroiled in scandal, the nature of evil, and the importance of recognizing and confronting wrongdoing. --Connect with our Guests...#BrentWeinbach - BrentWeinbach.com & "Popular Culture" Comedy Special on YouTube#YayneAbeba - @YayneAbebaComedy on TikTok#TomSawyer - TomSawyerVoices.com#JeffreyEpstein #DonaldTrump #RepublicanParty #VaccineMandates #Florida #PublicScandals #PopularCulture #BrianCopeland #CopelandsCorner #HeadlinersOnTheHeadlines#CopelandUnfiltered #ComedyCommentary #PodcastersOfYouTube #ComicsOnAir #TalkPodcast#PoliticalHumor #PoliticalPodcast #HotTalkTopicsPodcast Hosted by the Bay Area's own Brian Copeland, a longtime Actor, Comedian, Author, Playwright, Television and Radio Personality. Brian and The Copeland's Corner Network of content creators provide a weekly mashup of news, interviews and comedy.--For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
Episode 184:Today's episode is part of my summer run of guest episodes and feels very special as rather than talking about a long dead playwright I got to talk to a living one. Sara Farrington is a New York based playwright who has written an adaptation of ‘The Trojan Women' by Euripides, called ‘A Trojan Woman', which has had several productions in Europe and Nort America and Sara kindly agreed to come onto the podcast to discuss her interpretation of Euripides.Sara Farrington is a New York based Playwright and co-founder of Foxy Films Theatre. Her plays include: ‘Mickey & Sage', ‘Leisure, Labor, Lust', ‘A Trojan Woman', ‘CasablancaBox', which was nominated for two Drama Desk Awards and ‘The Rise & Fall of Miles & Milo', which won the award for outstanding playwriting @ FringeNYC. She also works as a script supervisor and costume designer.Link to ‘A Trojan Woman' published Edition: https://www.broadwayplaypublishing.com/the-plays/a-trojan-womanLink to Sara's Substack ‘Theatre Is Hard': https://substack.com/@theaterishardSara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladyfarrington/Link to Sara's website: https://www.ladyfarrington.comSupport the podcast at:www.thehistoryofeuropeantheatre.comwww.patreon.com/thoetpwww.ko-fi.com/thoetp Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
TestTalks | Automation Awesomeness | Helping YOU Succeed with Test Automation
In this episode of the TestGuild podcast, Joe Colantonio sits down with Ben Fellows, founder of LoopQA and QA thought leader, to explore how AI is reshaping test automation. Ben shares lessons from his popular AI test automation workshops, diving deep into topics like: How AI turns hours of page object coding into minutes Why “augmented coding” beats “vibe coding” for serious QA work Practical ways teams can leverage Cursor, Playwright, and AI to boost productivity What QA leaders need to know about shifting roles, scaling code reviews, and IT security concerns Key trends coming in 2026 that could redefine how we write tests Whether you're curious about AI's real impact on QA, looking for ways to speed up your automation, or wondering what's next for Playwright and MCP, this conversation will give you actionable insights and inspiration.
In #Episode228 of Copeland's Corner, Brian welcomes comedians Maureen Langan, Jackie Kashian, and Jann Karam for a lively, thought-provoking roundtable of #HeadlinersOnTheHeadlines. The panel dives into the challenges of performing comedy in today's political climate, censorship, and the impact of book bans and erasing history. They share personal stories about standing up to bullies, both on stage and in life, and discuss the importance of speaking out on women's rights, abortion access, and the ongoing fight for equality.The conversation is candid and often humorous, touching on everything from banned books in Florida to the realities of performing for different audiences, and the personal toll of political and social upheaval. Follow the guests on social media for more updates, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review!--Connect with our Guests...#JackieKashian - JackieKashian.com#JannKaram - JannKaram.com and @JannKaramComedian on Instagram#MaureenLangan - MaureenLangan.com & @MaureenLangan on Instagram. #BookBans #RepresentationMatters #Bullying #PersonalBullyStories #BullyStories #WomensRights #Abortion #PowerOfSolidarity #Resilience #TheResistance #BrianCopeland #CopelandsCorner #HeadlinersOnTheHeadlines#CopelandUnfiltered #ComedyCommentary #PodcastersOfYouTube #ComicsOnAir #TalkPodcast#PoliticalHumor #PoliticalPodcast #HotTalkTopicsPodcast Hosted by the Bay Area's own Brian Copeland, a longtime Actor, Comedian, Author, Playwright, Television and Radio Personality. Brian and The Copeland's Corner Network of content creators provide a weekly mashup of news, interviews and comedy.--For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
UK actor and playwright Michael Mears joins Seek Sustainable Japan to share insights about his latest play called THE MISTAKE - a two person performance telling stories connected to the nuclear bombings of Hiroshima 80 years ago. https://michaelmears.org/Arcola theatre about THE MISTAKE: A powerful reflection on the decisions that changed the course of history and the human cost that followed.In the 80th anniversary year of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings, this is urgent, unforgettable theatre.https://www.arcolatheatre.com/whats-on/themistake2025/Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6_szLiCp5sAn important play about nuclear weapons and the nuclear bombing of Hiroshima.play description:"Shigeko Nomura is a young woman living in war-time Hiroshima.Leo Szilard is a Hungarian scientist and ‘father of the atomic bomb'.Paul Tibbets is the American pilot chosen to fly the plane that drops the bomb.At 8.15am on a Monday morning in August, their lives become fatally and forever entangled."https://michaelmears.org/the-mistake-a-new-play-about-the-day-the-world-changed-forever/Michel Mears will be performing a bilingual version of THE MISTAKE in Tokyo, Hiroshima and Tottori in September this year. Contribute to their crowdfunding campaign. https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/taking-my-play-the-mistake-to-japan-in-september
Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Martyna Majok is one of America's hottest playwrights, and we're excited to experience two of her plays in the 2025-26 season. We welcome Marcella Kearns and Jake Penner, two directors preparing to stage her work to discuss Majok's themes of survival, resilience, and connection. They share what makes Majok's plays hit so hard—and why directors are so drawn to her work. We talk about how her plays resonate personally, what challenges them, and why Majok's stories feel more urgent than ever.
A story teller at heart and an award winning Filmmaker, Charleen continues to write and develop material in a variety of formats. She is a Producer, Screenwriter, Playwright, Actor and Director.Over 40 years of experience as a registered nurse in the area of Mental Health, Forensic Nursing has influenced her work. www.wingsofthewindproductions.com Find Charleen PhelpsContinue reading "The Gifts of Retirement: Opportunities to Follow Your Dreams"
To reflect on this achievement and what it means for South African storytelling on the world stage, Africa Melane speaks to Dr John Kani — celebrated actor, playwright, and now member of the prestigious Oscars voting body. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 456th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST. Episode Story Topic: Play Creation Takeaways from 20 Years of Manhattan Rep! Check out Manhattan Rep's INSTAGRAM for more on Manhattan Rep's Celebration of 20 Years, with videos from out productions and so much more! @manhattanrepertorytheatre The Playwright's Reading Room on Zoom starts 9/10! Come develop your play with me and some of Manhattan Rep's best actors! Book it at the link below: https://www.manhattanrep.com/reading-room Book a SCRIPT CONSULTATION - Get Productive Feedback and Next Steps! https://www.manhattanrep.com/script-consultation Book a SHORT PLAY SCRIPT CONSULTATION https://www.manhattanrep.com/short-script-consultation MY PREMIERE PLAYWRITING COACHING - A year long program where I help you write a perfect play, and teach you everything you need to know about Playwriting and connecting your plays to theatres and producers. Book it here: https://www.manhattanrep.com/premiere My Fantastic Playwriting Book on Amazon! The Complete Fantastic Play Series! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DT6LQWZC Manhattan Rep's Play Production Program: https://www.manhattanrep.com/play-production-program Let us help you self-produce your best play in New York City or anywhere in the world. Email: How2WritePlays@yahoo.com
Is AI the future of Test management? Have you seen Is Playwright's must try brand-new browser extension? Can Cypress really automate complex healthcare APIs like FHIR Find out in this episode of the Test Guild New Shows for the week of Aug 24. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's do this. Support the show check out ZAPTEST.AI https://testguild.me/ZAPTESTNEWS
Jeff Maulhardt, Founder and Director of the Oxnard Historic Farm Park & MuseumStogie Kenyatta, Playwright and Star of "The World Is My Home: The Life of Paul Robeson" is featured in the All Things 805 Artist spotlight.
Paula Vogel's Mother Play is an absurd, funny, and unflinching exploration of family, identity, and the ties that both bind and break us.
MINI-SODE ALERT! The Feminist Buzzkills are out on a summer break! But, no need to fear—we're leaving y'all with some extra brain juice to keep you company while we're offline. We're dropping a very fun MINI SPECIAL POD EPISODE that we taped earlier this summer with the geniuses (and SISTERS!) behind “The Turnaway Play,” Diana Greene Foster and Lesley Greene! “What is the Turnaway Play?” you ask. It's a whole ass play based on Diana Greene Foster's “Turnaway Study!” The award-winning research paper is a comprehensive look at the harms caused by folks being denied abortion care, and it is INCREDIBLE. We stan this study soooo much that we dedicated a whole ass podcast episode to it last year and now we're bringing y'all a whole ass episode dedicated to Lesley Greene's play that has been bringing these crucial facts to the THEE-AYE-TAH, baby!! Scared? Got questions about the continued assault on your reproductive rights? THE FBK LINES ARE OPEN! Just call or text (201) 574-7402, leave your questions or concerns, and Lizz and Moji will pick a few to address on the pod! Times are heavy, but knowledge is power, y'all. We gotchu. OPERATION SAVE ABORTION: WE DID A THING EARLIER THIS MONTH! The Feminist Buzzkills took some big patriarchy-smashing heat to The Big Easy and recorded a live workshop that'll train you in coming for anti-abobo lawmakers, spotting and fighting against fake clinics, AND gears you up on how to support abortion patients and providers. We turned it into a podcast episode so you can listen to it HERE. P.S. You can still join the 10,000+ womb warriors fighting the patriarchy by listening to our past Operation Save Abortion pod series and Mifepristone Panel by clicking HERE for episodes, your toolkit, marching orders, and more. HOSTS:Lizz Winstead IG: @LizzWinstead Bluesky: @LizzWinstead.bsky.socialMoji Alawode-El IG: @Mojilocks Bluesky: @Mojilocks.bsky.social SPECIAL GUESTS:Diana Greene Foster IG: @dianagreenefosterLesley Greene IG: @lesleygreene1 GUEST LINKS:The Turnaway PlayThe Turnaway Play WebsiteREAD: “The Turnaway Study” by Diana Greene FosterLesley Greene's Website EPISODE LINKS:Operation Save AbortionOSA WORKSHOP: Start at 30:15 for the workshopBUY AAF MERCH!EMAIL your abobo questions to The Feminist BuzzkillsAAF's Abortion-Themed Rage Playlist SHOULD I BE SCARED? Text or call us with the abortion news that is scaring you: (201) 574-7402 FOLLOW US:Listen to us ~ FBK PodcastInstagram ~ @AbortionFrontBluesky ~ @AbortionFrontTikTok ~ @AbortionFrontFacebook ~ @AbortionFrontYouTube ~ @AbortionAccessFrontTALK TO THE CHARLEY BOT FOR ABOBO OPTIONS & RESOURCES HERE!PATREON HERE! Support our work, get exclusive merch and more! DONATE TO AAF HERE!ACTIVIST CALENDAR HERE!VOLUNTEER WITH US HERE!ADOPT-A-CLINIC HERE!EXPOSE FAKE CLINICS HERE!GET ABOBO PILLS FROM PLAN C PILLS HERE!When BS is poppin', we pop off!
This week Brian welcomes guests Greg Proops, Lizz Winstead, and Tom Sawyer. The mix blends humor, political analysis, and cultural critique, highlighting the intersection of comedy and activism in contemporary America.Some Topics On Tap:Gavin Newsom's response as a leader of the resistance.Reflections on the role of comedy in politics, referencing shows like The Daily Show, Colbert Report, and the careers of Jay Leno, David Letterman, and Johnny Carson. The future of fair congressional districts, and the potential for national reform.Wealth, billionaires, and the influence of tech moguls, including a critique of eugenics-like thinking in Silicon Valley and the dangers of unchecked wealth and power.The decline of shopping malls as a symbol of changing American culture.--Connect with our Guests...#LizzWinstead : @LizzWinstead on Instagram#GregProops - @ProopDog on Instagram#TomSawyer - TomSawyerVoices.com#GavinNewsom #TheResistance #LateNightTV #Billionaires #ShoppingMalls #NationalReform #CongressionalDistricts #BrianCopeland #CopelandsCorner #HeadlinersOnTheHeadlines#CopelandUnfiltered #ComedyCommentary #PodcastersOfYouTube #ComicsOnAir #TalkPodcast#PoliticalHumor #PoliticalPodcast #HotTalkTopicsPodcast Hosted by the Bay Area's own Brian Copeland, a longtime Actor, Comedian, Author, Playwright, Television and Radio Personality. Brian and The Copeland's Corner Network of content creators provide a weekly mashup of news, interviews and comedy.--For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
Preview: David Mamet Biographer Emina Melonic comments on a new book, "THE DISENLIGHTENMENT," by playwright and movie maker David Mamet who introduces the unhappy observation that critics are even soulless. More later tonight on that current news. 1943 GARY COOPER AND AUTOGRAH SEEKER
New York Times bestselling and multi-award-winning author, Wanda E. Brunstetter, is considered one of the founders of the Amish fiction genre. Wanda's written more than 100 books, with over 12 million copies sold, and her work has been translated into 4 languages. Wanda's stories consistently earn spots on the nation's most prestigious bestseller lists. Wanda's ancestors were part of the Anabaptist faith, and her novels are based on personal research intended to accurately portray the Amish way of life. Her books are read and trusted by many Amish people, who credit her for giving readers a deeper understanding of the Amish and their customs. Martha Bolton is a prolific author of 89 books, a nominee for an Emmy, Writers Guild Award, and Dove Award, and a co-author of three NY Times bestselling books. She was also Bob Hope's first full-time female staff writer and wrote for his primetime TV specials as well as during 15 years of his personal appearances and special events, penning lines for a virtual Who's Who in entertainment, sports, and politics. She also co-authored the award-winning Dear Bob...Bob Hope's Wartime Correspondence with the GIs of WW2.Martha's stage work includes writing the script for the musical “The Confession,” based on Beverly Lewis' bestselling Confession trilogy. She also co-wrote “Half-Stitched” with director/composer Wally Nason, which is based on Wanda's bestselling book The Half-Stitched Amish Quilting Club. Martha also wrote the shows Josiah for President and The Home Game for Blue Gate Musicals, both of which have accompanying novels written by Martha.Wanda and Martha collaborated on their recently released book, The Rise and Fall of Miss Fanny's Biscuits: A Cozy Amish Mystery, which I've had the pleasure to read and can tell you it's an absolute gem of a mystery novel. If you like clever stories set in a world that I think most folks don't know in detail, then I highly recommend Miss Fannie's Biscuits to you. Of note, The Rise and Fall of Miss Fannie's Biscuits has also been adapted into a stage musical.
Send us a textPlaywright. Screenplay Writer, and Novelist Lawrence C. Connolly streamed into Playwright's Spotlight and, as always, we touched base on many topics not covered in previous episodes. It never ceases to amaze me. In this discussion, we delve into adapting a novel and the allegory of Frankenstein, staging multiple locations on stage, the process of outlining a five-act play, approaching cross-talk amongst multiple characters, and the musicality of dialogue. We also we unpack flow state. the magic writing, staging and graphics on the stage as well as letting dialogue drive the dialogue and how to eliminate parentheticals. We wrap with the evolution of his writing career, the Doorway Effect, the Pittsburgh Market, and his approach of lighting and sound on the page. It's just another insightful episode where you'll walk away with more playwriting knowledge. Enjoy!Lawrence Connolly is a novelist, screenwriter, and playwright. He is a writer on the podcast Mystery Theatre by Prime Stage Theatre which premiered his adaptation of Mary Shelly's Frankenstein, and he was recently commissioned a play based on the life and works of Edgar Allan Poe, opens in November 2025 at Pittsburgh's New Hazelett Theatre.To watch the video format of this episode, visit - https://youtu.be/cjzOiW27laAResources mentioned in this episode - Pittsburgh Public Theater - https://ppt.orgWebsites and Socials for Lawrence Connolly -https://lawrencecconnolly.comFB - https://www.facebook.com/LawrenceCConnollyIG - @lawrence_c_connollyWebsites and socials for James Elden, Punk Monkey Productions and Playwright's SpotlightPunk Monkey Productions - www.punkmonkeyproductions.comPLAY Noir -www.playnoir.comPLAY Noir Anthology –www.punkmonkeyproductions.com/contact.htmlJames Elden -Twitter - @jameseldensauerIG - @alakardrakeFB - fb.com/jameseldensauerPunk Monkey Productions and PLAY Noir - Twitter - @punkmonkeyprods - @playnoirla IG - @punkmonkeyprods - @playnoir_la FB - fb.com/playnoir - fb.com/punkmonkeyproductionsPlaywright's Spotlight -Twitter - @wrightlightpod IG - @playwrights_spotlightPlaywriting services through LACPFest - www.lacpfest.comSupport the show
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 455th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST. Episode Story Topic: Stories from 20 Years of Manhattan Rep! Check out Manhattan Rep's INSTAGRAM for more on Manhattan Rep's Celebration of 20 Years, with videos from out productions and so much more! @manhattanrepertorytheatre The Playwright's Reading Room on Zoom starts 9/10! Come develop your play with me and some of Manhattan Rep's best actors! Book it at the link below: https://www.manhattanrep.com/reading-room Book a SCRIPT CONSULTATION - Get Productive Feedback and Next Steps! https://www.manhattanrep.com/script-consultation Book a SHORT PLAY SCRIPT CONSULTATION https://www.manhattanrep.com/short-script-consultation MY PREMIERE PLAYWRITING COACHING - A year long program where I help you write a perfect play, and teach you everything you need to know about Playwriting and connecting your plays to theatres and producers. Book it here: https://www.manhattanrep.com/premiere My Fantastic Playwriting Book on Amazon! The Complete Fantastic Play Series! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DT6LQWZC Manhattan Rep's Play Production Program: https://www.manhattanrep.com/play-production-program Let us help you self-produce your best play in New York City or anywhere in the world. Email: How2WritePlays@yahoo.com
Listen now: Spotify, Apple and YouTubeWhat if you could cut your QA cycles from days to minutes—and draft PRDs that actually update themselves as your product evolves?In this episode of Supra Insider, Marc and Ben sit down with Amir M, cofounder of Humblytics, to explore how he's running a two-person startup across engineering, QA, and product using Cursor and Model Context Protocols (MCPs). Amir shares how he builds context-rich workflows, turns documentation into living systems, and uses agentic tools like Firecrawl and Playwright to automate the “boring” but critical parts of product development.If you've been curious about how to bring AI deeper into your product org—not just for brainstorming but for end-to-end execution—this conversation is packed with practical demos and mindsets you can apply today.All episodes of the podcast are also available on Spotify, Apple and YouTube.New to the pod? Subscribe below to get the next episode in your inbox
Brian welcomes comedians Johnny Steele, Don Reed, and first-time guest ANT for this week's lively, wide-ranging panel discussion. The conversation is candid, humorous, and at times heated, with the whole gang offering diverse perspectives on politics, society, and the changing media landscape.--Connect with our Guests...#ComicName - Website or Social Media Link#ANT : @TheOfficialAnt on Instagram#JohnnySteele : JohnnySteele.com#DonReed : @DonReedWow on Instagram#NationalGuard #AgeDiscrimination #LateNightTV #TippingCulture #Immigration #Profiling #CrimeStatistics #BrianCopeland #CopelandsCorner #HeadlinersOnTheHeadlines#CopelandUnfiltered #ComedyCommentary #PodcastersOfYouTube #ComicsOnAir #TalkPodcast#PoliticalHumor #PoliticalPodcast #HotTalkTopicsPodcast Hosted by the Bay Area's own Brian Copeland, a longtime Actor, Comedian, Author, Playwright, Television and Radio Personality. Brian and The Copeland's Corner Network of content creators provide a weekly mashup of news, interviews and comedy.--For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 154 - Tracy Letts - Actor / Writer In this episode of the Team Deakins Podcast, we speak with actor and writer Tracy Letts (AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY, BUG, HOMELAND). Born and raised in Oklahoma, Tracy struck out for Chicago after high school to find work as an actor in the city's active theatre scene, and we learn why Tracy began writing plays himself. We also discuss cinema's role as a messenger for exposing the stories of the stage to rural American communities without access to the theatre, and he shares his mixed experiences adapting his plays into films, from director William Friedkin's tense vision of BUG to the Hollywood ensemble version of his Pulitzer Prize winning play AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY. An accomplished actor as well, Tracy reflects on seeking advice for performing for the camera from his seasoned HOMELAND castmates Claire Danes and Mandy Patinkin, and he reveals how he felt when, after being replaced on a film he had written, he was asked to act in additional scenes invented for his character. Plus, Tracy quotes a critical review that ironically sold out the remaining shows of his first play KILLER JOE. - This episode is sponsored by Barco & Aputure
Welcome back to the 242nd episode of The Cup which is our a weekly (give or take, TBD, these are unprecedented times) performing arts talk show presented by Cup of Hemlock Theatre. With the theatres on a come back we offer a mix of both reviews of live shows we've seen and continued reviews of prophet productions! For our 242nd episode we have a new artist interview. This particular conversation is between our Co-Artistic Producer Mackenzie and Garrett M. Ryan Abrams and Robert Leitner—the Artistic Director and Artistic Producer of Bird On Stage Productions—who also serve as the Co-Directors, Playwright, and performer of the play ‘PIGEON!'. Together they explore the power and universal experience of loneliness, delve into the process of writing, directing, and performing this dark yet at times comedic work, and share their favourite birds.PIGEON! is playing at The Assembly Theatre (1479 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6R 1A1) from August 21st- 24th. Tickets can be purchased from the following link: https://www.tixtree.com/e/bird-on-stages-pigeon-944d1b2b0e12 Follow Robert Leitner – Instagram: @robby.leitner Follow Garrett M. Ryan Abrams – Instagram: @garrettmabramsFollow Bird On Stage Productions– Instagram: @ birdonstage// Website: https://www.birdonstage.com/pigeon Garrett M. Ryan Abrams and Robert LeitnerFollow Cup of Hemlock Theatre on Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @cohtheatreIf you'd like us to review your upcoming show in Toronto, please send press invites/inquiries to coh.theatre.MM@gmail.com
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 454th episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST. Episode Story Topic: Developing Your Plays! The Playwright's Reading Room on Zoom starts 9/10! Come develop your play with me and some of Manhattan Rep's best actors! Book it at the link below: https://www.manhattanrep.com/reading-room Book a SCRIPT CONSULTATION - Get Productive Feedback and Next Steps! https://www.manhattanrep.com/script-consultation Book a SHORT PLAY SCRIPT CONSULTATION https://www.manhattanrep.com/short-script-consultation MY PREMIERE PLAYWRITING COACHING - A year long program where I help you write a perfect play, and teach you everything you need to know about Playwriting and connecting your plays to theatres and producers. Book it here: https://www.manhattanrep.com/premiere My Fantastic Playwriting Book on Amazon! The Complete Fantastic Play Series! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DT6LQWZC Manhattan Rep's Play Production Program: https://www.manhattanrep.com/play-production-program Let us help you self-produce your best play in New York City or anywhere in the world. Email: How2WritePlays@yahoo.com
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How has dating culture changed over the years? Are we looking for not just the perfect person, but the perfect life and lifestyle before we settle down? Is that setting us up for failure?Joining Kieran to discuss is Jane Cowan, Columnist with the Irish Examiner, Amanada Brunker, Playwright and Shelly Gray, Dietician and Presenter with Today FM.
Marcia Franklin talks with playwright Samuel D. Hunter about his work, including “The Whale,” which was adapted into a movie with Brendan Fraser, who won an Academy Award. The two also discuss the role of Idaho in his works, and the importance of the humanities.
This week Brian Copeland welcomes comedians Brian Malow and Monique Marvez for a wide-ranging discussion on politics, culture, and society. The episode opens with light banter about yoga and aging, then quickly shifts to deeper topics, including:Political Discourse & Divisions: The gang discusses the polarization in American politics, referencing Michelle Obama's “When they go low, we go high” philosophy. They debate whether it's effective to take the high road or if it's time for Democrats to “fight in the gutter” as Republicans do. Both guests express frustration with the current state of political discourse and the erosion of norms.Generational & Cultural Shifts: Monique Marvez shares her perspective on generational change, noting that younger people are tired of the ongoing political battles and have a broader, less divisive worldview. She argues that the internet has leveled the playing field for women and minorities, but also acknowledges its role in amplifying negative voices.Women, Power, and Social Change: The conversation delves into the challenges women face in achieving equality, both from societal structures and internalized biases among women themselves. The panel discusses the “queen bee” syndrome and the need for women to support each other to effect real change.Denial, Blame, and Enabling: The group explores how denial and scapegoating play out in politics and personal life, from vaccine hesitancy to excusing the behavior of powerful men. They discuss high-profile cases involving Trump, Epstein, and Cosby, and the tendency for people to double down on denial rather than confront uncomfortable truths.Science, Vaccines, and Misinformation: Brian Malow, as a science communicator, explains the significance of vaccine technology and the dangers of anti-vaccine rhetoric. The panel laments the spread of misinformation and the consequences for public health, referencing outbreaks of preventable diseases.Personal Stories & Humor: Throughout, the guests share personal anecdotes from their careers in comedy and media, reflecting on the challenges and absurdities they've encountered. The episode ends with plugs for upcoming shows and a reminder to be kind to one another.--Connect with our Guests...#MoniqueMarvez - MoniqueMarvez.com & @MoniqueMarvez on Instagram#BrianMalow - ScienceComedian.com#MichelleObama #Trump #Epstein #Vaccines #SocialChange #QueenBeeSyndrome #UncomfortableTruths #ScienceMisinformation #BrianCopeland #CopelandsCorner #HeadlinersOnTheHeadlines#CopelandUnfiltered #ComedyCommentary #PodcastersOfYouTube #ComicsOnAir #TalkPodcast#PoliticalHumor #PoliticalPodcast #HotTalkTopicsPodcast Hosted by the Bay Area's own Brian Copeland, a longtime Actor, Comedian, Author, Playwright, Television and Radio Personality. Brian and The Copeland's Corner Network of content creators provide a weekly mashup of news, interviews and comedy.--For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 453rd episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST. Episode Story Topic: Constant and Never-Ending Improvement - Revisited! The Playwright's Reading Room on Zoom starts 9/10! Only 2 out of 4 slots left! Come develop your play with me and some of Manhattan Rep's best actors! Book it at the link below: https://www.manhattanrep.com/reading-room Book a SCRIPT CONSULTATION - Get Productive Feedback and Next Steps! https://www.manhattanrep.com/script-consultation Book a SHORT PLAY SCRIPT CONSULTATION: https://www.manhattanrep.com/short-script-consultation MY PREMIERE PLAYWRITING COACHING - A year long program where I help you write a perfect play, and teach you everything you need to know about Playwriting and connecting your plays to theatres and producers. Book it here: https://www.manhattanrep.com/premiere My Fantastic Playwriting Book on Amazon! The Complete Fantastic Play Series! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DT6LQWZC Manhattan Rep's Play Production Program: https://www.manhattanrep.com/play-production-program Let us help you self-produce your best play in New York City or anywhere in the world. Email: How2WritePlays@yahoo.com
Send us a textAngelica Cheri swung by Playwright's Spotlight after leaving the rehearsals of her Broadway play Wanted only to jump into the rehearsals for the West Coast Premiere of her play Burta Burta. She was wiling to share her insights of the craft. We delve into the rehearsal process, approaching rewrites and the importance of dramatic truth, finding opportunities and landing an agent, changes to pieces from a thesis to premieres to publication. We also touch on the trick of raising stakes, the structure of a song in musical theatre, magical realism and laying breadcrumbs, achieving foreshadowing, playwriting vs musical theatre, and how analytics can rename a play. We wrap it up discussing the struggles with the business of playwriting as well as with the craft itself, the differences between structure vs form, approaching character and the math in human emotion, and, finally, creative license. It's a talk chock full of nuggets of theatrical knowledge that I took a lot from. Enjoy.For tickets to the West Coast premiere of her play Berta Berta that which runs through August 25th at the Echo Theater Company in Los Angeles, visit https://www.echotheatercompany.com/berta-berta.Angelica Chéri is a playwright, bookwriter, lyricist, screenwriter and poet. Her plays include Phenomenal Woman, Maya Angelou; The Seeds of Abraham; The Sting of White Roses; Crowndation; and The Wiring & the Switches. She and collaborator Ross Baum received the Richard Rodgers Award for their musical Wanted (formerly titled Gun & Powder), which is heading to Broadway next season. She received her BA in Theater from UCLA, MFA in Playwriting from Columbia University and MFA in Musical Theater Writing from NYU.To watch the video format of this episode, visit https://youtu.be/ul3ThJixBRkLinks to resources mentioned in this episode - Playwright's Bill of Rights - https://www.dramatistsguild.com/rightsThe Richard Rogers Award - https://www.artsandletters.org/rodgers-awardThe O'Neill - https://www.theoneill.org/monte-cristo-awardNational Alliance for Musical Theatre - https://namt.orgCleveland Arts Prize - https://clevelandartsprize.orgTheatrical Works Worldwide - https://www.theatricalrights.comWebsite and Socials for Angelica Cheri -www.angelicacheri.comIG - @angleicacheriFB - https://www.facebook.com/angelicacheriWebsites and socials for James Elden, Punk Monkey Productions and Playwright's SpotlightPunk Monkey Productions - www.punkmonkeyproductions.comPLAY Noir -www.playnoir.comPLAY Noir Anthology –www.punkmonkeyproductions.com/contact.htmlJames Elden -Twitter - @jameseldensauerIG - @alakardrakeFB - fb.com/jameseldensauerPunk Monkey Productions and PLAY Noir - Twitter - @punkmonkeyprods - @playnoirla IG - @punkmonkeyprods - @playnoir_la FB - fb.com/playnoir - fb.com/punkmonkeyproductionsPlaywright's Spotlight -Twitter - @wrightlightpod IG - @playwrights_spotlightPlaywriting services through LACPFest - www.lacpfest.comSupport the show
This week, we're re-releasing an earlier episode featuring Sarah's conversation with Episcopal priest, playwright, and former economist Steven Tomlinson. He tells Sarah about his personal journey through grief and healing after the sudden loss of his partner, David. Tomlinson reflects on how community, faith, and the process of writing his play Curb Appeal helped him navigate the complexities of loss. They also discuss the raw realities of losing a partner, and how his understanding of death and resurrection has shifted. Tomlinson's story offers deep insights into finding peace amidst uncertainty.
Writing Process with Franky Corcoran|playwright, actor, director, and podcasterFranky Corcoran is a versatile artist who wears many hats in the entertainment realm, serving as a playwright, actor, director, and podcaster. In March 2021, he established his own entertainment venture, known as Corcoran Entertainment. In addition to his various roles, he has hosted a weekly podcast titled The Corcoran Entertainment Show since January 2022. New episodes every Tuesday across all major streaming platforms, such as Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Corcoran's acting journey began in 2013 when he joined his high school drama club. After graduating in 2017, he continued to nurture his passion for performing through community theatre. Throughout his career, he has portrayed several memorable characters, including Felix Ungar in The Odd Couple, Eugene Morris Jerome in Brighton Beach Memoirs and Biloxi Blues, Henry Saunders in Lend Me A Tenor, Mr. Fezziwig in A Christmas Carol, and Captain March in Little Women. His talent was recognized at the New Brunswick Provincial Drama Festival in 2017, where he received the Outstanding Actor award for his work in Michael Frayn's Audience.In addition to acting, Franky has made his mark as a writer and director with credits that include A Miramichi Christmas, Death Costs Dearly, The Lies We Tell Ourselves, House of Violations, and Playhouse Quarrel. He also self published one of his first one act plays, The Lies We Tell Ourselves. His directorial debut in the musical realm happened in June 2023 with Jonathan Larson's tick, tick... BOOM!Link:https://open.spotify.com/show/3WQZis2AmXkQYR8mk7sVs1?si=05579faa87a64a9ehttps://www.instagram.com/corcoranent/?hl=enTags:Actor / Actress,Dogs,Music,Playwright,Podcaster,Podcast Host,Theater Director,Theater Producer,Theatre,TV & Film,Writing Process with Franky Corcoran|playwright, actor, director, and podcasterSupport PEG by checking out our Sponsors:Download and use Newsly for free now from www.newsly.me or from the link in the description, and use promo code “GHOST” and receive a 1-month free premium subscription.The best tool for getting podcast guests:https://podmatch.com/signup/phantomelectricghostSubscribe to our Instagram for exclusive content:https://www.instagram.com/expansive_sound_experiments/Subscribe to our YouTube https://youtube.com/@phantomelectricghost?si=rEyT56WQvDsAoRprRSShttps://anchor.fm/s/3b31908/podcast/rssSubstackhttps://substack.com/@phantomelectricghost?utm_source=edit-profile-page
Ken Wolf, Artistic Director of Manhattan Repertory Theatre in New York City, presents the 452nd episode of THE PLAYWRITING PODCAST. Episode Story Topic: Writing from your Heart! The Playwright's Reading Room on Zoom starts 9/10! Only 2 out of 4 slots left! Come develop your play with me and some of Manhattan Rep's best actors! Book it at the link below: https://www.manhattanrep.com/reading-room Book a SCRIPT CONSULTATION - Get Productive Feedback and Next Steps! https://www.manhattanrep.com/script-consultation Book a SHORT PLAY SCRIPT CONSULTATION https://www.manhattanrep.com/short-script-consultation MY PREMIERE PLAYWRITING COACHING - A year long program where I help you write a perfect play, and teach you everything you need to know about Playwriting and connecting your plays to theatres and producers. Book it here: https://www.manhattanrep.com/premiere My Fantastic Playwriting Book on Amazon! The Complete Fantastic Play Series! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DT6LQWZC Manhattan Rep's Play Production Program: https://www.manhattanrep.com/play-production-program Let us help you self-produce your best play in New York City or anywhere in the world. Email: How2WritePlays@yahoo.com
Playwright, author, artist and former resident at HM Pentridge Prison, Ray Mooney sits down with Jack to discuss an infamous case, the murder of Raymond Francis 'Lizard' Locksley in 1979. Locksley's body was found with multiple gunshot wounds in Menai in Sydney's west. Melbourne criminal Christopher Dale Flannery was charged with the murder, he went through a committal hearing before being acquitted in 1984. Ray was Flannery's alibi witness along with many others at Mickey's Disco in St Kilda but the charges proceeded amid a flurry of police verbals from some of the most infamous police officers in Victoria and New South Wales at the time. In this episode Ray proves that Flannery could not have committed the murder of Locksley. If Flannery didn't do it, who did? Ray and Jack discuss whether this was a blue murder or where other criminal elements not related to Flannery may have been involved.
In this episode of 'Headliners on the Headlines,' Guest host Yayni Abeba fills in for Brian and discusses current events with panelists Jim Farrell, Matt Weinhold, and Ngaio Bealum. Topics include the overwhelming nature of recent news, immigration issues, racism, the deteriorating state of American politics, and the influence of figures like Trump. The gang reflect on personal experiences with societal anxieties and debates, and they address broader political and social crisis. Discussions also touch on AI models in advertising, generational differences, the challenges of activism, and potential future outcomes for the U.S. government. --Connect with our Guests...#YayneAbeba - @YayneAbebaComedy on TikTok#MattWeinhold - MattWeinhold.com - Monster Party Podcast#JimFarrell - @FancyBuzz50 on Instagram#NgaioBealum - @Ngaio420 on Instagram#ImmigrationIssues #Racism #USPolitics #Trump #AI #Activism #USGovernment #PoliticalCrisis #SocialCrisis #WealthInequality #Boomers #SocialJustice #MentalHealth #BrianCopeland #CopelandsCorner #HeadlinersOnTheHeadlines#CopelandUnfiltered #ComedyCommentary #PodcastersOfYouTube #ComicsOnAir #TalkPodcast#PoliticalHumor #PoliticalPodcast #HotTalkTopicsPodcast Hosted by the Bay Area's own Brian Copeland, a longtime Actor, Comedian, Author, Playwright, Television and Radio Personality. Brian and The Copeland's Corner Network of content creators provide a weekly mashup of news, interviews and comedy.--For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 152 - Lucy Prebble - Playwright / Writer Playwright and writer Lucy Prebble (SUCCESSION, I HATE SUZIE, ENRON) joins us in this episode of the Team Deakins Podcast. Lucy's plays frequently incorporate the physical space of the stage in the telling of the story and involve the audience in engaging and creative ways, and we were excited to talk to her about storytelling both on stage and on screen. We learn how, after a bookish childhood, she eventually found the courage to have her own plays put on, and she reflects on her experiences running her own television show and working on others'. Lucy also wrote for the amply-budgeted video game DESTINY, and she shares (as much as she's allowed to) how the writing process works for something with that many resources. Lucy also reveals the real-world events that inspired her plays ENRON and THE SUGAR SYNDROME, and we learn how she identifies the real human relationships at the heart these stories. We also discuss the value of empathy and deadlines for a writer, and Lucy makes a prediction for the future of the theatre in the digital age. Plus, we observe that many of history's greatest writers were really just frustrated actors. - This episode is sponsored by Barco & Aputure
What sparked the creation of the iconic musical Rent? How does one navigate the ups and downs of a creative career? Join us in episode 251 of Late Boomers, as we chat with the brilliant Billy Aronson! Known for his work on Rent, Billy shares his journey from college heartbreak to collaborating on Broadway. We dive into his ventures beyond theater, like his Emmy-winning children's TV show Peg and Cat, and his latest musical project, Love War. Tune in for a masterclass in creativity, resilience, and the art of reinvention. Don't miss it!Billy Aronson's Bio:Billy Aronson's work in the musical theater includes the original concept/additional lyrics for Broadway musical Rent, libretto for Flurry Tale (Vinteryra) which premiered at Sweden's Malmo Opera, book for TheatreWorks USA's Click Clack Moo (Lucille Lortel nomination for Best Musical). Plays premiered at Playwrights Horizons, Ensemble Studio Theatre, Woolly Mammoth, SF Playhouse (Bay Area Critics Circle award for Outstanding Playwriting); published in 6 volumes of Best American Short Plays. TV: won 5 Emmy Awards, wrote for Beavis and Butt-head, Courage the Cowardly Dog, Wonder Pets, Sesame Street; co-created animated PBS Kids show Peg + Cat. Books include memoir/how-to book Out of My Head and one-act collection Funny Shorts. BA Princeton, MFA Yale Drama. Lives in Brooklyn, co-created animated offspring Jake and Anna with wife Lisa Vogel. (billyaronson.com)Connect with Billy:Website: https://billyaronson.com/Book: Out Of My Head - Learning to Reach People Through the Arts Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/billy.aronson.7Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billyaronson/Thank you for listening. Please check out @lateboomers on Instagram and our website lateboomers.us. If you enjoyed this podcast and would like to watch it or listen to more of our episodes, you will find Late Boomers on your favorite podcast platform and on our new YouTube Late Boomers Podcast Channel. We hope we have inspired you and we look forward to your becoming a member of our Late Boomers family of subscribers.
Melanie dies. Jayson takes control of her estate. Then he moves in with her mother. Her children are stunned. They suspect something isn't right, especially as questions about Melanie's will and health begin to surface. Jayson was the last person caring for her before she passed. Just when we think the story is over, another woman comes forward. We're calling her Julie. She says she was seeing Jayson during this same time. In this episode, we unravel what really happened after Melanie's death and why her family is still looking for answers. Written and Produced by: Javier Leiva & Mackenzie AmesEditor: Puneeth Shenoy with https://podcastpundits.com/Theme Music: by Thechicken.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Welcome to Episode 239! Playwright Laura Thoma joins us to talk about her first commissioned play, Letter to My Soul, which will premiere at the GreenStage Guilford Live Arts Festival on August 10th. We discuss another story from THE PENGUIN BOOK OF GHOST STORIES, “At the End of the Passage” by Rudyard Kipling, which didn't seem very ghostly to us. Other stories we've read and discuss include BUCKEYE by Patrick Ryan (out 9/2/2025); SUMMER ON THE LAKES, IN 1843 from the new Library of American edition, MARGARET FULLER: COLLECTED WRITINGS, edited by Brigitte Bailey, Leslie Eckel, and Megan Marshall; NANAVILLE by Anna Quindlen; THE BELGIAN GIRLS by Kathryn J Atwood; HOW TO SAY BABYLON by Safiya Sinclair; and REBECCA by Daphne du Maurier. In BiblioAdventures, we had the opportunity to attend the launch event for the New Haven Memory Lab at the Ives Main Library in New Haven, Connecticut. The lab is part of the Beinecke's New Haven Community Archives Support program. It provides free resources for people to digitize their family history or their organization's records. We're reading some great books this summer and are excited about new releases and events on the horizon. Happy Listening and Happy Reading! https://www.bookcougars.com/blog-1/2025/episode239
Motherland writer Helen Serafinowicz on putting Wayne and Coleen Rooney at the heart of her debut play - The Legend of Rooney's Ring - which has just opened at the Royal Court in Liverpool.Literary critic Alex Clark examines the Booker Prize longlist which was announced today.Love Forms by Claire Adam The South by Tash Aw Universality by Natasha Brown One Boat by Jonathan Buckley Flashlight by Susan Choi The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny by Kiran Desai Audition by Katie Kitamura The Rest of Our Lives by Ben Markovits The Land in Winter by Andrew Miller Endling by Maria Reva Flesh by David Szalay Seascraper by Benjamin Wood Misinterpretation by Ledia XhogaThis month the National Science and Media Museum in Bradford presented the final stage in its £6.8 million redevelopment with the opening of its new Sound and Vision Galleries. The museum's director, Jo Quinton-Tulloch discusses how the redevelopment has changed what the museum now offers.The artist William Kentridge, known for his charcoal drawings, animations, and films, is presenting his first major sculpture show in the UK - The Pull Of Gravity at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park. Jo Sperryn-Jones, a Fine Art assistant professor and sculptor reviews.Presenter: Nick Ahad Producer: Ekene Akalawu
Playwright, Elly Tindall joins us this week for an in-depth discussion around one of her favourite films, A Hard Days Night. This is very much a spoiler-filled chat, you can watch the film on YouTube here!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MYcKnL-9E4This week's Pick A Song features a deep dive into 'I'll Be Back', John's brilliant closer to the Hard Day's Night Album, available to subscribers. You can subscribe to the extended, ad-free version of the show on Apple Podcasts or Patreon: patreon.com/personalbeatles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week's edition of Copeland's Corner, Brian Copeland welcomes back featured Headliners David Spark, Blaine Capatch, and Greg Behrendt to discuss current hot talk topics. They examine CBS's announcement to cancel 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,' speculating on whether financial reasons or political pressure influenced the decision. The gang also discusses the shifting landscape of late-night television and the future of comedy under political scrutiny. Other topics include widespread discontent over Jeffrey Epstein's associations, the credibility of political figures, and reflections on well-known celebrities who recently passed away. --Connect with our Guests...#DavidSpark - CisoSeries.com#GregBehrendt - @ItsGreggers on Instagram#Blaine Capatch - Nerd Poker Podcast#CBS #LateNightTV #StephenColbert #JeffreyEpstein #EpsteinFiles #Trump #CancelCulture #Politics #BrianCopeland #CopelandsCorner #HeadlinersOnTheHeadlines#CopelandUnfiltered #ComedyCommentary #PodcastersOfYouTube #ComicsOnAir #TalkPodcast#PoliticalHumor #PoliticalPodcast #HotTalkTopicsPodcast Hosted by the Bay Area's own Brian Copeland, a longtime Actor, Comedian, Author, Playwright, Television and Radio Personality. Brian and The Copeland's Corner Network of content creators provide a weekly mashup of news, interviews and comedy.--For more from Brian...Visit his website: www.BrianCopeland.comFollow on Social Media: Instagram - @CopelandsCorner & @BrianCopieEmail: BrianCopelandShow@Gmail.com --Copeland's Corner is Created, Hosted, & Executive Produced by Brian Copeland. This Show is Recorded & Mixed by Charlene Goto with Go-To Productions. Visit Go-To Productions for all your Podcast & Media needs.Our Booking Producer is Tom Sawyer. For any show inquiries, please email CopelandsCornerPodcast@gmail.com
In Part 2 of The Playwright, we shift focus to the show at the center of it all: The History of Now. Written and directed by Jason Bartlett, the play was billed as a bold, political drama. It was a plan meant to honor a woman he claimed to love. But former cast members and collaborators started noticing red flags. Was this play ever really meant to open? Or was it all just a front? Was The History of Now a sincere artistic project...or just another performance? Written and Produced by: Javier Leiva & Mackenzie AmesEditor: Puneeth ShenoyTheme Music: by Thechicken.net Episode Credits: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Send us a textEpisode 100! Thanks for supporting us on this journey. We would love to hear how this podcast may have helped you with your creative endeavors.To celebrate this milestone, Rick Elice of Jersey Boys, Peter and the Star Catcher, Water for Elephants, The Addams Family, The Cher Show, and the upcoming Princess Bride Musical, was gracious enough sit in the Spotlight (TWICE) after a botched first recording. We owe this opportunity to Cameron Scott who put this entire thing into motion. Be sure to check our his episode as well.In this discussion, Rick shares his journey to becoming a Tony-Award winning playwright, the origin of Jersey Boys, writing devices and exercises, working backwards, the need for great stories and compelling characters, and the gift of luck. We also delve into stage directions and the difference to Author's Notes, multipurpose props and set pieces, The Princess Bride and meeting William Goldman, organizing principles, the economy of storytelling, and the difference in stage versus film. We wrap up with memory plays and "reliable" narrators, theatre as a medium of metaphor, and the benefits of working on multiple projects. It was an extreme honor to have Rick on the podcast. He is extremely humble and shares some amazing stories I know you will enjoy.To watch the video format of this episode, visit - https://youtu.be/u2llPIM9sSYLinks to sites and resources mentioned in this episode - Pepper's Ghost - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pepper's_ghostSlade School - https://www.ucl.ac.uk/slade/Samuel French (Concord Theatricals) - https://www.concordtheatricals.com/Musical Theatre International - https://www.mtishows.com/Theatrical Rights Worldwide - https://www.theatricalrights.com/Websites and socials for James Elden, Punk Monkey Productions and Playwright's SpotlightPunk Monkey Productions - www.punkmonkeyproductions.comPLAY Noir -www.playnoir.comPLAY Noir Anthology –www.punkmonkeyproductions.com/contact.htmlJames Elden -Twitter - @jameseldensauerIG - @alakardrakeFB - fb.com/jameseldensauerPunk Monkey Productions and PLAY Noir - Twitter - @punkmonkeyprods - @playnoirla IG - @punkmonkeyprods - @playnoir_la FB - fb.com/playnoir - fb.com/punkmonkeyproductionsPlaywright's Spotlight -Twitter - @wrightlightpod IG - @playwrights_spotlightPlaywriting services through LACPFest - www.lacpfest.comSupport the show
In this episode, we investigate the mysterious Jayson Bartlett and the many women whose lives he upended. Emma was a single mother in England who fell for Bartlett's charm and artistic persona. At first, everything seemed perfect. But soon, she realized she was being gaslit, lied to, and emotionally manipulated. Then there's Melanie. She lived in North Carolina and had been diagnosed with a terminal illness. She thought she had found love and a creative partner. Instead, Jayson took control of her finances and disappeared. Episode Credits: Written and Produced by: Javier Leiva & Mackenzie AmesEditor: Puneeth ShenoyTheme Music: by Thechicken.net
Leah Purcell grew up in a small town caring for her mum Florence. Her options after graduation were nursing or working at the meatworks. But after a push from her meatworks boss, Leah defied her own expectations for herself (R)Leah is now an acclaimed actor, playwright, and stage and film director.She grew up in the Queensland country town of Murgon. Although she came from a big family, it was just her and her mum for most of her childhood.Her dad lived in town, but didn't acknowledge her as his daughter.Leah's mum Flo was well respected. For a time she was the only Aboriginal woman allowed in the lounge area of the pub, which was a whites-only zone.Leah grew up with her Aunties and Uncles yarning around the kitchen table, and became a vivid storyteller herself.When she left school, it was expected she would go to work in the local meatworks, or become a nurse.But one of Leah's bosses at the meatworks refused to give her a permanent position, because he'd seen her in the local high school musical. When he told Leah she had a real talent, it helped change Leah's idea of herself.And so after her mum passed away, Leah left her small town.In Sydney she set off on her path to becoming an actor, a playwright and eventually a film director.Her first play 'Box the Pony' was inspired by her mother and grandmother's life story, and it became a huge hit.Today Leah is recognised as one of Australia's most important voices in the performing arts.Further informationLeah was awarded an Order of Australia in 2021 for her services to the performing arts. She released her feature film, The Drover's Wife in 2022. Leah played the lead role and also wrote and directed the film.Find out more about the Conversations Live National Tour on the ABC website.This episode of Conversations explores parentification of children, children raising parents, mixed families, racism, rural Australia, family dynamics, writing, books, plays, theatre, Andrew Denton, fathers and daughters, NAIDOC, Aboriginal, Indigenous, talent, film industry, acting, love, origin stories, life story.
In this episode of PodRocket, Michael Shilman, product lead at Storybook, joins us to explore the major updates in Storybook 9. We dive into component testing, browser mode in Vitest, AI workflows, React Server Components, accessibility audits, and Storybook's growing support for frameworks like Next.js, Svelte, and React Native. Michael also shares behind-the-scenes insights on Storybook's evolution from a documentation tool to a full-fledged UI development and testing suite. Links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shilman Github: https://github.com/shilman X: https://x.com/mshilman Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/shilman.net Resources Storybook 9 (https://storybook.js.org/blog/storybook-9/) We want to hear from you! How did you find us? Did you see us on Twitter? In a newsletter? Or maybe we were recommended by a friend? Let us know by sending an email to our producer, Em, at emily.kochanek@logrocket.com (mailto:emily.kochanek@logrocket.com), or tweet at us at PodRocketPod (https://twitter.com/PodRocketpod). Follow us. Get free stickers. Follow us on Apple Podcasts, fill out this form (https://podrocket.logrocket.com/get-podrocket-stickers), and we'll send you free PodRocket stickers! What does LogRocket do? LogRocket provides AI-first session replay and analytics that surfaces the UX and technical issues impacting user experiences. Start understanding where your users are struggling by trying it for free at LogRocket.com. Try LogRocket for free today. (https://logrocket.com/signup/?pdr) Special Guest: Michael Shilman.
Join me as I chat with Amir to discuss how Cursor can function as a comprehensive interface for business operations beyond traditional coding. Through demonstrations of Model Context Protocols (MCPs), Amir illustrates how to automate financial reporting, conduct UX analysis, create marketing content, and perform QA testing—all within Cursor. The conversation highlights how this approach can dramatically improve productivity by eliminating the need to switch between different applications. Timestamps: • 00:00 - Intro • 01:03 - Overview of using Cursor beyond coding • 02:40 - Finance automation with Xero MCP • 07:58 - UX analysis using Playwright MCP • 14:37 - Sales/Marketing automation with Perplexity and Firecrawl MCPs • 23:51 - QA testing automation • 26:50 - Advice for non-technical users getting started with Cursor Key Points: • How Cursor AI can be used beyond coding to manage finance, analytics, design, and marketing tasks • Model Context Protocols (MCPs) allow seamless integration with third-party services like Xero, Playwright, and Perplexity • Automated workflows can handle accounting tasks, UX analysis, content creation, and QA testing • Different AI models serve different purposes: "thinking models" for planning and "agentic models" for execution LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ Boringmarketing - Vibe Marketing for Companies: https://www.boringmarketing.com/ The Vibe Marketer - Join the Community and Learn:https://www.thevibemarketer.com Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.skool.com/startupempire/about FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND AMIR ON SOCIAL Humblytics: https://humblytics.com/?via=community X/Twitter: https://x.com/amirmxt Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@amirmxt Build, Ship, Market: https://buildshipmarket.com