This episode Mike and Shane get mystic and talk with 2020 Top 50 recording artist and "Creation Creator," Jason Taylor. We have a lengthy discussion about the metaphysical, how it inspires his work, the greater vision of self actualization and

Episode 7: "Hellacious Noise"

Dec 7th, 2020 1h 2m

This week Mike and Shane discuss civil discourse with their guest, photo-journalist, musician, and Interim Director of the Virginia Folklife Program Pat Jarrett. It's important to know how to talk to people when capturing the still frames of th

Episode 6: "Unsolicited Snap-Cat"

Nov 30th, 2020 1h 5m

This week Mike and Shane share an obscure Tenacious D reference, bad puns, and discuss the art of storytelling with guest artist April Armstrong. There is also some cat talk, which is fantastic because the internet loves cats. As always visit o

Episode 5: "Every Body"

Nov 23rd, 2020 50m 35s

CONTENT ADVISORY: This week's episode contains adult themes and language.Body positivity takes center stage in this weeks episode, and Mike and Shane talk with body positivity artist Isaac (Color My Flaws, Fat Friends With Benefits) about the

Episode 4: "A Sensitive Topic"

Nov 16th, 2020 58m 36s

This week Mike and Shane discuss their personal views on religion and they welcome their guest, actress and Master of Scripture and Discipleship, Abby Van Gerpen (Unpregnant, HBO Max). You can join in the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.

Episode 3: "I'm Not, Not Proud of This"

Nov 9th, 2020 1h 1m

This week Mike and Shane sit down with lifetime theater maker, educator, and occasional ass kicker Sandra Boynton to discuss ageism in society and in the theater community. Strap yourselves in and get ready to absorb all the wisdom, and as alwa

Episode 2: "You Gotta Show Up."

Nov 2nd, 2020 52m 28s

In this week's episode Mike and Shane discuss art activism with guest Kristoph DiMaria, the performing artist also known as the Pochinko clown "Ragliacci Rags." Listen as they discuss the nexus of art and politics and whether or not all art is

Episode 1: "...and The Family That We're... Blessed... With"

Oct 26th, 2020 42m 43s

Mike and Shane talk about the role family plays in supporting and inspiring their art. Multi-talented performer Catie Osborne shares her perspective on family, her crazy experiences as a (modest) TikTok sensation, Catieosaurus, and gifts the gu

Episode 40: "What Gave me the Balls"

Oct 30th, 2021 1h 4m

Mike and Shane are back with a conversation with comedian, educator, and actor Daniel Burrows. He discusses his discoveries of the creative process on the comedy stage and uses comedy to process the many twists and turns of life and his daughte

Episode 39: "Spooky-Pod"

Oct 13th, 2021 44m 10s

In this episode, Mike and Shane have some fun talking about all their favorite things horror. Movies, comics, and video games are just some of the things they discuss while contemplating the hallmarks of great horror entertainment! Find us on F

Episode 38: "The Climb"

Sep 29th, 2021 49m 28s

This week Mike and Shane sit with the Artistic Director of Creative Action Unlimited, Michael Kennedy, and actor and fight choreographer Eleah Jayne Peal. Join them as they discuss Creative Action Unlimited's upcoming film, The Climb, featuring

Episode 37: "Kevinpod"

Sep 23rd, 2021 59m 28s

This week Mike and Shane speak with long-time friend and film actor Kevin Escudero. We talk about Kevin's move to LA, the struggle that comes with relocating and attempting to "make it" in the business of film acting, and the realizations he ha

Episode 36: "Do Right by the Kids"

Sep 15th, 2021 37m 23s

This week join Mike and Shane as they discuss the less artsy side of community building and speak to John Sumpter of the Amsterdam, NY branch of the Creative Connections Clubhouse, and cofounder of the Wishful Thinking Foundation. Both organiza

Episode 35: "Episode Re-visit: Dope Ass Black Women"

Sep 8th, 2021 1h 2m

Today, take a look back at a fan-favorite episode, Episode 19: "Dope Ass Black Women." Mike and Shane have a chat with Alana Patrick, cohost of the podcast Are We There Yet? Alana discusses her show, the merits of public grieving, and how shari

Episode 34: "Fishmonger"

Aug 26th, 2021 56m 55s

This week Mike and Shane spend some time lamenting the state of late stage capitalism. Then, they are joined by singer, actor, and... fishmonger and they discuss auditioning, the latest changes to Equity membership, and the struggles of artists

Episode 33: "Robot Shakespeare"

Aug 18th, 2021 1h 9m

Episode 32: "Robot Shakespeare" This week Mike and Shane talk to playwright/director/actor Monica Cross about her genre and style of writing, and the motivations behind her work. Listen as they read a passage from one of her titles that basical

Episode 32: "If I Had to Choose, It's Gonna be Me"

Aug 11th, 2021 45m 53s

Mike and Shane are back from the break, and they are joined by actor and TikTok creator David Quiones Jr. to discuss his late start as a performer, the perils of the audition process, and the state of social media. Also, this week's audience pa

Episode 31: "The Great Bamboozle: Pt 2"

Jul 21st, 2021 59m 4s

Ten episodes into their second season and the guys are joined by Linnea Barklund as special guest host! Linnea and Mike interview Shane, the actor, in a revenge Bamboozle! Participate in this week's audience participation by dropping a line at

Episode 30: "Beelzebub is a B!tch"

Jul 14th, 2021 47m 2s

This week you get Mike and Shane for the entire episode! Join the guys as they discuss Will Kempe Players opening weekend of the summer touring season, what to consider while cutting Shakespeare, what exactly a "potato choice" is, and talk abou

Episode 29: "Actively Dying"

Jul 8th, 2021 51m 32s

This week Shane and Mike post their weekly episode late because there just aren't enough hours in a week. They talk with Jess Schiermeister, former Shakespearean scholar and actor, current social work grad student, and death doula in training.

Episode 28: "Proper Level of Horn Tootage"

Jun 30th, 2021 1h 7m

This week, Mike and Shane talk shit with Podcast hosts Brian Sheldon and Adam Coons. The hosts from Talkin' $h*t with Brian and Adam sit with ALPod and talk about the value of switching off and shootin' the shit with a good friend, or listening

Episode 27: "I Will *Fake* Kick your Ass"

Jun 23rd, 2021 57m 50s

This week Mike and Shane talk to Jamie Jager, fight choreographer and pro-wreslter-in-training turned threat response trainer. They have a conversation about the strange ways to utilize performance training of various sorts and Jamie's passion

Episode 26: "Some Days You ain't Shit"

Jun 16th, 2021 51m 48s

This week Mike and Shane talk with Alexis Loverro, an aspiring recording artist, self-help, and emotional wellness advocate. They discuss the initial spark of inspiration that set them on their paths, the experiences that impact their work alon

Episode 25: "Punk Rock Indie Movies"

Jun 3rd, 2021 53m 36s

Mike and Shane get back into film talk. Specifically, they speak with Jay Leonard, a "no budget" filmmaker, screenwriter, and director. They discuss the ways he maximizes resources to create films like the award-winning independent film Middlet

Episode 24: "The Great Bamboozle"

May 24th, 2021 51m 58s

This Week, Shane pulls the wool over Mike's eyes with the help of special guest Co-Host, and Momento, Mori and Co. producer, Erin Monahan. The tables are turned and Mike is in the hot seat to talk about his current projects, work, art, life ba