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Back to Reality

Back to Reality

A woman wakes up in a hospital bed with no idea why she’s there. Her perception of reality is questionable. A doctor discovers a possible source for her delusions and what follows is her journey to recovery and back to herself. Thank you to Susannah Cahalan for sharing your story with us! Susannah tells the full tale of her descent into madness and rise out of it in her international bestselling memoir Brain on Fire.  She's written a new book called The Acid Queen, about the reality-bending world of psychedelics. You can find Susannah on IG @suscahalan.  Our friends at The Pulse will be continuing Susannah's story this coming week, as she investigates one of the most famous psychological experiments of all time... and discovers something incredible. You'll want to catch that on the next episode of WHYY's The Pulse, available on the NPR podcast feed. Produced by Justin Kramon, edited by Nancy Lopez, engineering by Boen Wang, music from Blue Dot Sessions.Season 16 - Episode 57 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

2天前
18:28
Respawn - Snap Classic

Respawn - Snap Classic

A teenage hacker inspired by “Mr. Robot” takes on his principal, teachers, and the Board of Education. And a night-shift doctor shares a story of life after death. STORIESCode YellowA teenage hacker inspired by “Mr. Robot” takes on his principal, teachers, and the Board of Education.This story contains strong language, sensitive listeners please be advised. This piece was adapted from the podcast, Darknet Diaries. Listen to the full story, called Finn.Produced by Jack Rhysider with assistance from Nancy Lopez, original score by Renzo Gorrio. Artwork by Teo Ducot.The Lazarus EffectA night-shift doctor shares a story of life after death.This story comes to us from the podcast, The Nocturnists, and was performed live in San Francisco in 2018. You can listen to the full story, called The Lazarus Effect.Special thanks to Emily Silverman, Ana Adlerstein, Ali Block, Adelaide Papazolou, Marina Poole, Kirk Klocke, and the storyteller, Joe Sills.Snap Classic – Season 16 Episode 56 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

7天前
48:50
Not So Tiny Dancer - Snap Classic

Not So Tiny Dancer - Snap Classic

On the frozen tundra, a polar bear guide wakes up to a loud THUMP on the side of his ice buggy. It’s his 1,000 pound buddy, Dancer. And he wants a cup of coffee. Plus, Don Reed transports himself to 1970.Not So Tiny DancerOn the frozen tundra, a polar bear guide wakes up to a loud THUMP on the side of his ice buggy. It’s his 1,000 pound buddy, Dancer. And he wants a cup of coffee.Thank you, Dennis Comparye, for sharing your story with us! To learn more about his work to help the Polar Bears, email Dennis: polarbearfilmfund@gmail.comProduced by Anna Sussman, original score by Dirk Schwarzhoff, artwork by Teo Ducot.Butter Laugh yourself silly with the Snap Judgment LIVE audience, as master storyteller Don Reed transports himself to 1970's Oakland.Original music performed by Alex Mandel, Tim Frick and David Brandt. Watch the LIVE version.Thank you Snap Fam for supporting us and listening all these years! We are so grateful for you.Snap Classic - Season 16 – Episode 55 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

2周前
49:40
Jen Angel

Jen Angel

Jen Angel is a beloved cupcake baker whose life was taken in a smash and grab gone wrong. Now a young man accused of the crime has his future hanging in the balance. Cries for justice, retribution and reason all collide as everyone tries to figure out “What Would Jen Do?”This episode contains graphic imagery and strong language. Please take care while listening.Thank you to Ocean, Ashanthe, Emily, Moira, Tobias, Sandra, and people from our community, right here in Oakland, who opened up their hearts to share their story with Snap Judgment. Special thanks to Jemila, the Estate of Jen Angel (including Julie, Dana, Megan, Ryan, and Elle) and the entire team at Angel Cakes.Additional field recording by David Exumé. Expert Consultation from Sukey Lewis. Special thanks to KQED Legal. Produced by Regina Bediako, edited by Anna Sussman, original score by Dirk Schwarzhoff. Tribute image is Design Action Collective.Season 16 - Episode 54 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

3周前
49:09
The Muse - Snap Classic

The Muse - Snap Classic

When a young man is told he is going deaf, he sets out on a challenge to memorize the songs that defined his life. He had no idea that those songs would come back to him in the most unexpected way. And a musical savant shares the inner workings of his amazing gift. STORIES The Soundtrack of Silence When a young man is told is he going deaf, he sets out on a challenge to memorize the songs that defined his life. He had no idea that those songs would come back to him in the most unexpected way.Thank you, Matt Hay, for sharing your story! A version of this story aired on KQED’s Q’ed Up.Produced by April Dembosky. Sound Design by April Dembosky, Leon Morimoto & Renzo Gorrio.Sudden Savant Although most musicians spend decades honing their craft, musical genius Derek Amato never had to practice a day in his life. One day, he just sat down at the piano and his fingers began to fly across the keys with ease.As an immediate musical genius, Derek is one of the few people on Earth diagnosed with Acquired Musical Savant Syndrome. Derek takes us into the inner workings of his amazing gift.Produced by Anna Sussman &  Pat Mesiti-Miller. Original score & sound design by Pat Mesiti-Miller.Season 16 - Episode 52 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

2个月前
48:45
The Knock, Knock Ghost from Spooked

The Knock, Knock Ghost from Spooked

In a boarding house in Chicago, a young girl puts her questions to the universe and the answers are returned in coded messages from the other side. And a boy lost in the forest at the foothills of the Himalayas, sees a light in the distance… but it isn’t there to guide him.This story comes to us from our evil-twin, Spooked! You can listen to Spooked on any podcast platform, episodes drop weekly. Happy Halloween! STORIESKnock KnockIn a boarding house in Chicago, a young girl puts her questions to the universe and the answers are returned in coded messages from the other side.BIG thanks to Connie Shirakawa for sharing her story with us. Connie is a storyteller in Chicago. You can catch some of her performances on her website.Produced by Anne Ford, original score by Doug Stuart.Fire CreatureWhen you’re lost in the forest at the foothills of the Himalayas, a light in the distance is not always good news.  Thank you, Razdan, for sharing your grandfather’s story with Spooked.Produced by Erick Yáñez, original score by Clay Xavier, scouted by Aditya Mattoo.Season 16 - Episode 51 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

2个月前
48:12
The Hexxed

The Hexxed

A man visits prominent members of the Blackfeet Traditional Medicine community. After witnessing an unexplainable force, he learns just how important it is to practice good medicine. And a girl growing up in Mumbai knows money doesn’t grow on trees. But when times get tough, her family house begins to reveal its secrets.This story comes to us from our evil-twin, Spooked! You can listen to Spooked on any podcast platform, episodes drop weekly. STORIESBull BoyWhile Dan is at the compound of good friends and prominent members of the Blackfeet Traditional Medicine community, the Heavyrunner family, he learns just how important it is to practice good medicine.Thanks to Dan SaSuweh Jones for sharing your story with us! Learn more about Dan.Produced by Chris Hambrick, original score by Leon Morimoto.Hiding Spot Growing up in Mumbai, Rashi knew money didn't grow on trees.  But when times got really tough and the family was on the brink, their house began to reveal its secrets.Thank you Rashi for sharing your story with Spooked!Rashi is a radio DJ on BIG FM India. You can also follow her on Instagram: @rjrashiofficial @biglive @bigfm.jharkhandProduced by Erick Yáñez. Original score by Lauryn Newson. Scouted by Aditya Mattoo. Season 16 - Episode 50 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

2个月前
49:23
The Wager

The Wager

A young man gets “rollers” — the gift of a lifetime from a mysterious friend. Plus, an epic mixup at the funeral home is about to bring the house down.STORIES The Birds - LIVEA young man gets “rollers” — the gift of a lifetime from a mysterious friend.This story was told at the Orpheum Theatre at Spooked LIVE in 2023. Join us at our shows next week in Los Angeles and Oakland! Get your tix. Cross over.Thank you, Dr. Ray Christian! Check out Ray’s podcast: What’s Ray SayingOriginal music performed live by Doug Stuart and Brijean Murphy. Produced by Anna Sussman. Mixed by Miles Lassi. Special thanks to Ryan Davis, Sarah Rose Leonard, Jon Cohn, Rebecca Stumme, Kristen Payne, and the LA Orpheum Team.That's Not MamaAn epic mixup at the funeral home is about to bring the house down.Thank you, Sheri Booker, for sharing her story with Snap! Sheri is an author, poet, spoken word artist, and professor.  If you want to read more of Sheri's tales from her near-decade of work in the funeral business, check out her memoir: Nine Years Under: Coming of Age in an Inner-City Funeral Home.  Big thanks to Jessica Henkin and Laura Wexler at The Stoop Storytelling Series in Baltimore for introducing us to Sheri.Original score by Clay Xavier, edited by Nancy López, produced by Justin Kramon.Season 16 - Episode 49 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

2个月前
41:25
Batwoman - Snap Classic

Batwoman - Snap Classic

A woman in Texas takes animal rehabilitation to new heights when she brings over a thousand bats back from the dead in her own home. And a Snap producer reveals he owes a lot to one single hairy flying mammal. STORIESBatwomanA woman in Texas takes animal rehabilitation to new heights when she brings over a thousand bats back from the dead in her own home.Thank you, Mary Warwick, for sharing your story with us!Big thanks also to The Houston Humane Society, The TWRC Wildlife Center, and the Batworld Sanctuary in Texas – whose staff protect and rehabilitate bats, and provide education and training on the proper treatment of bats to people all over the US.Original score by Dirk Schwarzhoff, produced by Shaina Shealy, artwork by Teo Ducot.Bless the BatSnap Producer, John Fecile, tells us how he got where is he today.Original score by Dirk Schwarzhoff, produced by John Fecile.Season 16 – Episode 48 - Snap Classic Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

3个月前
43:10
Stuck in the Middle - School Daze

Stuck in the Middle - School Daze

Drama Club is the happy, safe space for Lee and Parker until their school play becomes a homophobic middle school meltdown. The lights get turned up to 10, the adults are in a media frenzy, and the kids are just trying to figure it all out.STORIESDon’t Say Gay DadsDrama Club is the happy, safe space for Lee and Parker until their school play becomes a homophobic middle school meltdown. The lights get turned up to 10, the adults are in a media frenzy, and the kids are just trying to figure it all out.This story contains descriptions of abuse directed at gay persons. Please take care while listening.A very big thank you to Lee and Parker—who are best friends to this day.  Thanks as well to Jamie McGonnigal.Produced by Mark Betancourt, original score by Dirk Schwarzhoff. Artwork by Teo Ducot.Playground Bullies and Dark Secrets In middle school, Mike has a secret. But no one has ever seen “it.”This was performed at Snap LIVE in Los Angeles.“Mighty” Mike McGee is an international spoken word artist, writer, performer, speaker, slam poet and comic. McGee is the first slam poet to win both the American National Poetry Slam Individual Grand Championship and the Individual World Poetry Slam Championship.Original score composed and performed by Alex Mandel, Tim Frick, and David Brandt.Season 16 – Episode 45 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

3个月前
50:20
Dirty Work - Snap Classic

Dirty Work - Snap Classic

This week on Snap Judgment… it's the tough jobs, the rough jobs, the roll up your sleeves and get it done jobs. When the oddest man in town is arrested for murder, only one lawyer steps up to represent him. Plus misadventures under the Not-So-Big Top.STORIESThe Writing Is On The WallWhen the scariest man in town is arrested for murder, only one lawyer volunteers to represent him...Produced by Joe Rosenberg, sound design by Renzo Gorrio. Artwork by Teo Ducot.Corrections: In a previous version, McCracken Poston is referred to as both a state senator and state representative.  He was a state representative, not a state senator.  Also, Virginia Ridley is described as having last been seen in public in 1980, 17 years before the events described in this story.  In fact it was in 1970, 27 years before.The Indiana Bust-OutHow does a well-mannered math kid become a first-class hustler? Through the ancient carnie tradition of "The Indiana Bust-Out."Check out Pete’s book -- Eyeing the Flash: The Making of a Carnival Con ArtistProduced by Davey Kim, sound design by Leon Morimoto and Davey Kim. Season 16 - Episode 42 - Classic Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

4个月前
50:48
A Tiny Plot: "Burned" EP 5

A Tiny Plot: "Burned" EP 5

The group from Union Point moves into their new homes on the tiny plot of land near Lake Merritt. They run their own security and decide who comes into their space. But then, on a Monday morning in March, we hear devastating news…A fire burns through the plot of land on E12th. Is this the end of the experiment, or will the group keep building?This episode contains strong language & graphic imagery. Please take care while listening. Thank you to the entire cast from A Tiny Plot for sharing your story with us.Hosted and produced by Shaina Shealy. Edited by Anna Sussman, original music by Renzo Gorrio, engineering by Pat Mesiti-Miller. Director of Production: Marisa Dodge. Executive Producers: Glynn Washington and Mark Ristich. Artwork: Teo Ducot.Special thanks: Jen Chien, Catherine Winter, the City of Oakland, Sweetie at the Travel Inn, Ryan Finnegan, Will Craft, JP Dobrin, Thomas Brouns, Sukey Lewis, Alistair Boone, The Street Spirit, KQED legal, and Ott House Audio.Episode 5 of 5. You can listen to the entire series now!  Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

4个月前
31:25
A Tiny Plot: "Rocked" EP 4

A Tiny Plot: "Rocked" EP 4

Mama D, President Matt, and the rest of the group are finally seeing their experiment in co-governance take shape. They built their security sheds and saw their tiny homes for the first time. But when Nino Parker stepped onto the sidewalk in a neck brace, on crutches, it was clear that the group was about to face a whole new level of chaos.  This episode contains strong language & graphic imagery. Please take care while listening. Thank you to the entire cast from A Tiny Plot for sharing your story with us.A Tiny Plot is a new 5-part series from KQED’s Snap Studios, hosted and produced by Shaina Shealy. Edited by Anna Sussman, original music by Renzo Gorrio, engineering by Pat Mesiti-Miller. Director of Production: Marisa Dodge. Executive Producers: Glynn Washington and Mark Ristich. Artwork: Teo Ducot.Special thanks: Jen Chien, Catherine Winter, the City of Oakland, Sweetie at the Travel Inn, Ryan Finnegan, Will Craft, JP Dobrin, Thomas Brouns, Sukey Lewis, Alistair Boone, The Street Spirit, KQED legal, and Ott House Audio.Episode 4 of 5. Listen on any podcast platform, right here on Snap Judgment!  Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

4个月前
26:03
A Tiny Plot: "The Fence" EP 3

A Tiny Plot: "The Fence" EP 3

Mama D sees that the future of the experiment is up to her and what she decides: Lead the group to the plot of land offered by the city, hope and pray for a magical new plot, or disband the group and dissolve the experiment. Following weeks of indecision, Mama D makes a choice. And while everyone from the group was hard at work to turn their dream into reality, they didn’t seem to notice a major problem with the set-up. A fault line of sorts.  This episode contains strong language & graphic imagery. Please take care while listening. Big thanks to the entire cast from A Tiny Plot for sharing your worlds with us.A Tiny Plot is a new 5-part series from KQED’s Snap Studios, hosted and produced by Shaina Shealy. Edited by Anna Sussman, original music by Renzo Gorrio, engineering by Pat Mesiti-Miller. Director of Production: Marisa Dodge. Executive Producers: Glynn Washington and Mark Ristich. Artwork: Teo Ducot.Special thanks: Jen Chien, Catherine Winter, the City of Oakland, Sweetie at the Travel Inn, Ryan Finnegan, Will Craft, JP Dobrin, Thomas Brouns, Sukey Lewis, Alistair Boone, The Street Spirit, KQED legal, and Ott House Audio.Episode 3 of 5. Episodes drop on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Listen on any podcast platform, right here on Snap Judgment!  Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

4个月前
33:59
A Tiny Plot: "Moving Camp" EP 2

A Tiny Plot: "Moving Camp" EP 2

The standoff between Public Works and the group from Union Point Park ends with a handshake -- a deal to build a new kind of housing community funded by the city where homeless residents make their own rules. But right away, the civility of this agreement seems to break down. And after months of waiting, the group from Union Point Park finally gets a plot of land on E12th street for their radical experiment. But there’s a big problem with the land. It's something that leaves the future of this experiment in limbo.This episode contains strong language & graphic imagery. Please take care while listening. A Tiny Plot is a new 5-part series from KQED’s Snap Studios. Host and Reporter Shaina Shealy takes listeners inside an encampment in Oakland for an against-all-odds story about scarcity, community, and the complexity of building something new from the margins of a broken system. What happens when people who’ve been shut out of a system that has failed them decide to take the lead? Disaster, and unexpected beauty. Big thanks to the entire cast from A Tiny Plot for sharing your worlds with us.Hosted and produced by Shaina Shealy. Edited by Anna Sussman, original music by Renzo Gorrio, engineering by Pat Mesiti-Miller. Director of Production: Marisa Dodge. Executive Producers: Glynn Washington and Mark Ristich. Artwork: Teo Ducot.Special thanks: Jen Chien, Catherine Winter, the City of Oakland, Sweetie at the Travel Inn, Ryan Finnegan, Will Craft, JP Dobrin, Thomas Brouns, Sukey Lewis, Alistair Boone, The Street Spirit, KQED legal, and Ott House Audio.Episode 2 of 5. Episodes drop on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Listen on any podcast platform, right here on Snap Judgment!  Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

4个月前
37:46
A Tiny Plot: "The Barricade" EP 1

A Tiny Plot: "The Barricade" EP 1

Using broken refrigerators, mattresses and dishwashers, residents of Union Point Park barricade their tent-city. And they fight for an extraordinary idea: their own plot of land from the city, where they could live in community and set their own rules, on their own terms.A Tiny Plot is a new 5-part series from KQED’s Snap Studios. Host and Reporter Shaina Shealy takes listeners inside an encampment in Oakland for an against-all-odds story about scarcity, community, and the complexity of building something new from the margins of a broken system. What happens when people who’ve been shut out of a system that has failed them decide to take the lead? Disaster, and unexpected beauty. This episode contains strong language & graphic imagery. Please take care while listening. Huge love & thanks to the entire cast from A Tiny Plot for sharing your worlds with us.Hosted and produced by Shaina Shealy. Edited by Anna Sussman, original music by Renzo Gorrio, engineering by Pat Mesiti-Miller. Director of Production: Marisa Dodge. Executive Producers: Glynn Washington and Mark Ristich. Artwork: Teo Ducot.Special thanks: Jen Chien, Catherine Winter, the City of Oakland, Sweetie at the Travel Inn, Ryan Finnegan, Will Craft, JP Dobrin, Thomas Brouns, Sukey Lewis, Alistair Boone, The Street Spirit, KQED legal, and Ott House Audio.Episode 1 of 5. Episodes drop on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Listen on any podcast platform, right here on Snap Judgment!  Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

4个月前
45:14
A Tiny Plot: Trailer

A Tiny Plot: Trailer

It's barricades vs. bobcats, tents vs. tiny homes and a team of people fighting to stay together. Listen to a radical experiment in freedom that puts an entire city under the microscope…"A Tiny Plot” is a new series from KQED’s Snap Studios. Producer Shaina Shealy embedded with a group of people in an encampment in Oakland at a park called Union Point. They were ordered to disperse, running out of time, but they were bound together by an extraordinary new idea: their own living space where they can set their own rules. Over five episodes, we learn the story of Mama D, Papa Eddie, President Matt and more. They invite listeners in to witness high-stakes decisions, devastating failures and wild successes.Episode 1 drops August 21, 2025. Episodes will drop on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Listen right here on Snap Judgment. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

4个月前
02:22
We're on a Plane - Snap Classic

We're on a Plane - Snap Classic

300 people spend a week on a plane with Rihanna to attend seven concerts, in seven countries, over seven days. And when morale is low among a group of paratroopers, their Sergeant takes them on an unexpected trip. STORIESDiamonds in the SkyFans and journalists embark on a seven-show tour with Rihanna… in seven countries, over seven days, on a Boeing 777, to celebrate her seventh album in seven years. Did we mention this happened seven years ago?This story contains explicit language. Sensitive listeners please be advised. Special thanks to Kristen Gwynne, Lawrence Bull, and Elizabeth Nakano.Produced by John Fecile, original score by Renzo Gorrio.Acid JumpWhen morale is low among a group of paratroopers, their Sergeant takes them on an unexpected trip. Check out Ray’s podcast, “What’s Ray Saying?” and follow him on Twitter @WhatsRaySaying!Produced by Adizah Eghan, original score by Leon Morimoto.Season 16 - Episode 35 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

4个月前
49:12
In the Mist - Spooked LIVE

In the Mist - Spooked LIVE

The hallowed halls of an Airbnb house a spirit that can only be seen through sprinkles, spritzes, and sparkles… of air freshener. Snap’s Queen of Comedy, Jen Kober, returns with a story only she could tell. Plus, Glynn shares a story about a close personal witch.The episode contains strong language, sensitive listeners please be advised. These stories were told at Spooked LIVE! We have a West Coast tour this year in Oakland, Los Angeles, and Seattle! Join us in September and October! Cross over. Get your tix + listen to Spooked on any podcast platform.Thanks, Jen, for sharing your story with us! For all things Jen -- and to see her live on tour -- check out her website.Original music performed live by Doug Stuart and Brijean Murphy. Mixed by Miles Lassi. Artwork by Teo Ducot. Special thanks to Ryan Davis, Sarah Rose Leonard, Jon Cohn, Rebecca Stumme, Kristen Payne, and the LA Orpheum Team.Season 16 - Episode 34  Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

5个月前
48:16
Raft of Passion - Snap Classic

Raft of Passion - Snap Classic

Eleven attractive, young people set sail across the Atlantic in a raft as part of a radical group experiment. And a boy falls in love with a girl… and her fungus.STORIES Vintage SpiritDid you ever think that you missed a moment of history?  A moment you were made for? Glynn explores an era that had a spark.Produced by Pat Mesiti-Miller.Raft of PassionMary needed to get away from her husband. A handsome stranger offered her a way out. All she had to do was participate in the strangest group experiment of all time.Thank you, Mary Gidley, for sharing your story with Snap. Mary just released a memoir titled Point to Point. You can learn more about the Acali experiment in the incredible documentary The Raft. Hear from Mary and other participants as they relive the experiment on a life-size recreation of the raft. The Raft opened in theaters in the U.S. in 2019 and begins streaming on digital platforms in the U.S. on May 19, 2020.Special thanks to director Marcus Lindeen.Produced by John Fecile, original score by Leon Morimoto, artwork by: Sanaa Khan.Linda, Loretta, and MeWhat happens when boy meets girl and fungus? This is a story about love and spores, from one of our favorite podcasts, Love Me. Be sure to check out producer Jonathan Zenti’s podcast, Meat.Produced by Mira Burt-Wintonick, Cristal Duhaime, and Jonathan Zenti.Snap Classic - Season 16 - Episode 33 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

5个月前
48:00
Winning Colors - Snap Classic

Winning Colors - Snap Classic

She’s stunning grey, sleek as a race car, and stronger than all the boys. Her name is Winning Colors and for Dino and Miami she’s the long shot of a lifetime.This story contains strong language and includes descriptions of gambling, sensitive listeners please be advised.If gambling has become a problem for you or for someone you know, you can call 1-800-GAMBLER (426-2537) to seek free, confidential, 24/7 problem gambling assistance.A huge thank you to Mark “Miami” Paul for sharing his story with Snap!Wondering what happened to Winning Colors? After her 1988 Kentucky Derby crown the big grey filly retired the following year with eight career wins. In 2000, she was inducted into the U.S. National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame. In 2008, at the age of 23 Winning Colors was laid to rest in Lexington, Kentucky.To find out more about Miami and Winning Colors’ story – check out Miami’s book, “The Greatest Gambling Story Ever Told” Produced by Bo Walsh, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot.Snap Classic – Season 16– Episode 32 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

5个月前
49:32
Introducing Charlie’s Place: A Cultural Haven That Brought People Together Through Music

Introducing Charlie’s Place: A Cultural Haven That Brought People Together Through Music

Here’s a preview from a new podcast, Charlie’s Place. How did a Black man in the 1940s Jim Crow South open a club where Black and white people danced together? Charlie’s Place was revolutionary, and that meant it was dangerous. Host Rhym Guissé explores the unbelievable true story of Charlie Fitzgerald, a mysterious Black businessman whose nightclub became an unlikely site of integration in Myrtle Beach. Charlie broke down racial barriers through the power of music and dance, hosting some of the greatest musicians of our time: Little Richard, Count Basie, Ray Charles, Duke Ellington, and many more. But who was Charlie? How did he rise to power? And what price did he pay for achieving the impossible—an integrated club in the Jim Crow South? This is a story of joy and passion that erupted into violence and changed a community forever. Listen to Charlie’s Place wherever you get your podcasts. Binge the entire season early and ad-free by subscribing to Pushkin+. Sign up on the Charlie's Place show page on Apple Podcasts or at pushkin.fm/plus. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

5个月前
34:04
The Battle

The Battle

World class runner Shelby Houlihan goes on trial and a bad burrito is her smoking gun. Plus, what do you do when you look just like figure skating’s supervillain? STORIESThe Burrito Theory World class runner Shelby Houlihan goes on trial and a bad burrito is her smoking gun.Thank you Shelby, for sharing your story with us!Produced by John Fecile, original score by Clay Xavier.Tonya for HireWhat if one day you found out you look like one of the most famous people in the country — who everybody hates?Lynn Harris is an author, commentator, award-winning journalist and mostly-retired comedian. She has a business, Gold Comedy, that teaches comedy to teenage girls. You can find her performing on stage as Tonya Harding here.Produced by Liz Mak, original score by Leon Morimoto.Season 16 - Episode 30 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

5个月前
48:50
End of the Rainbow - Snap Classic

End of the Rainbow - Snap Classic

A young girl’s fantastic dream to be a doctor sends her into the middle of political realities of Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Plus – the story of the first dog to travel around the world and the hottest alien takeover of all time.Round TripA young girl’s fantastic dream to be a doctor sends her into the middle of political realities of Port-au-Prince, Haiti.This story contains scenes of domestic abuse and gun violence, please take care while listening.Thank you, MJ Fièvre, for sharing your story with us! You can read more about MJ’s childhood in Haiti in her memoir: “A Sky the Color of Chaos” And she’s working on a book series that uplifts Black women and girls – check out all that and more at badassblackgirl.comProduced by David Exumé, original story score by Lalin St. Juste. Music and sound design for opening story by Druuvy.The Dog that Went Around the World The story of the first dog to travel around the world (and refuse a free steak).Produced by Joe Rosenberg, original score & sound design by Leon Morimoto.Bionic BlondesThe hottest alien takeover of all time. This story was originally written by Kelly Link, and comes from her collection, Stranger Things Happen. It was adapted, directed, and produced by Mark Ristich and Eliza Smith. Voice ActorsL Glynn Washington and Joyce Lee.Season 16 - Episode 29 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

6个月前
50:17
The Awakening

The Awakening

When Michelle moves into The Gearbox on the Caribbean island of Montserrat, she meets a new dance partner. And in Yauco, the mountain is alive. It knows you. It is aware of you. And when you pass, it will not let you leave unforgotten.  This story comes to us from our evil-twin, Spooked! You can listen to Spooked on any podcast platform, episodes drop weekly. If you want more supernatural fun, check out Spooked on YouTube.The Gearbox When Michelle moves into The Gearbox on the Caribbean island of Montserrat, she meets a new dance partner. Produced by Anne Ford, original score by Doug Stuart.Spirit of the MountainIn Yauco, the mountain is alive. It knows you. It is aware of you. And when you pass, it will not let you leave unforgotten.  Thank you Adam, for sharing your story with us.Produced by Erick Yáñez, original score by Doug Stuart, artwork by Teo Ducot.Season 16 - Episode 28 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

6个月前
45:25
Super Bowl Rick

Super Bowl Rick

He’s slick, slippery, sweet-talking his way past the guards and straight into a superfan’s dream. He’s the stuff of legends, he’s Super Bowl Rick. And meet his counterpart… Tom Garvey. The man who lived inside the walls of his favorite stadium, Phantom-of-the-Opera style. It’s Pittsburgh vs Philly in an epic sports story-off.This episode contains explicit language, sensitive listeners please be advised. STORIESSuper Bowl RickHe’s slick, slippery, sweet-talking his way past the guards and straight into a superfan’s dream. He’s the stuff of legends, he’s Super Bowl Rick. Thank you Rick Steigerwald for telling us your story! When Rick returned home following the Super Bowl , he shared his story with the Pittsburgh Press - check out the 1979 article! Rick retired after a 39 year career in steamfitting and now serves as the Pennsylvania Boxing Commissioner. He’s a three time former Golden Gloves Boxing champion and longtime referee, and was just inducted into the Pennsylvania Boxing Hall of Fame this past year. Big thanks as well to Ryan O’Shea who originally interviewed Rick and the late Steeler Jack Deloplaine on his Youtube channel. Produced by Bo Walsh, edited by Anna Sussman, original score by Dirk Schwarzhoff.A Vet in the Vet For years, Tom Garvey lived every sports fan’s secret dream: he lived inside the walls of his favorite stadium, Phantom-of-the-Opera style.Thanks Tom, Jud Bertholf, and John Grossman!Read Tom’s story in his memoir The Secret Apartment and his autobiographical novel Many Beaucoup Magics.Produced by John Fecile, edited by Nancy Lopez, original score by Dirk Schwarzhoff.Season 16 - Episode 27 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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