The Colored Door: Recent Episodes
The Colored Door
Hello all! Welcome to The Colored Door Podcast where my co-hosts, Tobias Peoples, Emma Presley and I, Jon Nevárez Arias, sit down and interview local artists to talk about past projects, upcoming projects, plans for the future and the essence of their individual quotidian lives.
Our mission is to make the works of these artist more accessible to the community while you get to know and understand the people that brought them to life more intimately.
We hope you enjoy being part of this experience as we are happy to have you as a listener!
Where my Sulac fans at?! Get you a heavy dose of local artist and musician, Sulac, on this episode. Together we sit and and talk about being a full time artist, working the festival and pop-up circuit, his music project, Widowpaw, and monkeys in West Texas!
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Howdy, Partners! In this episode, sculptor and big time homie, Cass Christ, joins us to talk ceramic insider secrets, probable nun ghosts, and putting bullies in their place!
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@casssayc
Hello World! We have a new episode for you! Join us as we sit with the singer and multi-instrumentalist behind Depression Expression, Ethan Hannaford! Together we talk about learning how to play music, costumer service preferences, and the timeless TV series, Colombo!
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@depressionexpressioning
Hello, everyone! We got another great guest for you! Singer/songwriter, guitar player for the River Rocks, and multi-instrumentalist for Good Long Day, Clay Sanders. Together we talk about favorite songwriters, museum visits, the space voyager, and contributing to the apocalypse. Stick around to hear Clay play his original song, "Got Me Thinking".
Hello friends! On this episode we sit with Lizzie Rhodes, bassist for Vulturegeist and sole member of Big Liizzard. Together we discuss her upcoming album, music festival, and scary movies. Stick around till the end to listen to Lizzie’s original song, “Alright”.
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@bigliizzard
Hello, Friends! We're back with another episode! This time we sit with the unmeasurably charismatic rapper, Penn Davis. Together we discuss the importance and affects of good mentors and teachers, NPCs and simulations, birthday brunches, and ideas of Love. Please enjoy!
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_penndavis
Hello! Welcome back to The Colored Door! on this episode we have singer/songwriter and frontman for the Rose Blossoms, Brad Byrd! Brad shares with us stories about dealing with heavy changes in life and how they inspire his music, finding good use for a "Tube Fluffer", and Gunger's true muse!
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@bradbyrdmusic
Friends! We have another episode for you! On this episode, we sit with artist and musician, Nora B, otherwise known as PRINCEAUS. Together, we ponder the question of “Third Culture”, share laughs about Nora’s everlasting infamy as the “least, well-behaved child” in grocery stores and restaurants, and admire loving communities.
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@nora_kwonder
Hey Everyone! We're back again with another episode for you! This time we sit with local musician and show booker, Alex Cash. Join us as we sit and talk about the historic and present music scene in Arkansas, characters roles in life, and drinking "fun drinks". Alex performs their original song, "Pavilion", at the end of this episode.
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@retuningtothefolda
Hello All! On this episode, we sit with our good friend, visual artist and film and stage actress, Carter Rideout. Together we discuss fashion, morning routines, and auditions. Carter and Jon play a cover of Tim Buckley's, "Song to the Siren", at the end of this episode.
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@thatonedont
Peeps! Do we have an episode for you this time?! On this one, country singer/songwriter, Bree Ogden joins us as we share bullterrier stories, talk songwriting, getting things done, and the linguistic masterpiece that is "Grunk". At the end, Bree plays her latest release, "Months Now", live for us. Please enjoy!
IG:@thebreeogden
People, listen up!! This week’s guest is the amazing creative force of Emma Estelle! Emma is a multimedia artists that specializes in painting as well as an intimate and endearing human being. She joins us on this episode to discuss nature, love, liberty and gratitude. Hope you enjoy!
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@emma._.estelle
Hey Everyone! On this week's episode, we sit with multimedia artist, Corey Howell, and talk art, cyborg vampires vs. The Cloud, a robot's plight for survival, and Facebook Marketplace. Corey is currently working on his Master's at George Washington University and will be showcasing his thesis soon. Hear all about it in this episode!
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Hello All! Thank you for joining us! On this episode, we feature filmmaker and actress, Paula Blanco Pérez, and her dog, Donna. Together we discuss her upcoming thesis and previous films, "Canchas" and "Dandelion", respectively, pandemic inspirations, and Hollywood vs. small town expectation. Please enjoy!
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@paulabp98
Hello, Friends! In this episode we have local blues hero, Akeem Kemp, blessing us with his talent and knowledge. Akeem has been a prominent part of the blues scene, locally and across the South, for the past decade and has shared the stage with many ‘a’ great players. In this episode, he teaches us about the significance of Juke Joints, and updates us on his coming up projects: his podcast, Keeping It Funky, his Christmas album, and his latest release, Let Go.
Let Go is now available on all streaming platforms!
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@akeemkemp
A formal welcoming for the multifaceted talent that is Emma Presley. Emma is an artist, engineer, and all around badass with a background in radio broadcasting. She has been an excellent addition to our team and we can't wait to see where our team will go with her involved. Sit with The Colored Door team as we talk about candy-flipping at STRFKR concerts, "THE" uniform, and of course, our upcoming event: Santa's Big, Bad Rock-A-Thon.
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@emcatbug
Hey everyone! Today we post the last of our Legendary Lost Episodes and we are sending it of with a very legendary figure: formerly of Couch Jackets and Bera Bera, and brains behind AwE Sh!t, Brennan Leeds. Brennan is such an insightful individual you have to love to hear him ramble!
Please enjoy our discussions that range from the evolution of Air Jordans, sensual A.I.’s, and the evolution and de-evolution of memory.
Special guest co-host: Grant Fannin
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Hello all! Once again, thank you for tuning in! In this episode we have multifaceted musician, woodworker, and southern gentleman, Brandon "Bear" Alanis. If you've had a guitar serviced in Central Arkansas, odds are Bear had a hand in it. Join us as we talk about giving it your all, being in touch with your emotions, being inside the industry, and the evolution of Doo-Wop. Bear plays a sentimental piece for us titled, "Blue". Please enjoy!
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@sawdustboogie
Hey All! We have another amazing dude joining us for this episode. Actor and member of the trap group, Klubhouse, Latavian "Traptavian" Johnson shares a laugh with us as we discuss Yu-Gi-Oh cards, pee-pee poo-poo, and potential dating etiquette. Please enjoy and give our friend and his posse a follow.
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Peeps! Are you a fan of Moon Invasion? We certainly are, and so should you! In this episode we sit with Justin Woodard to talk about his musical brain child, his musical upbringing, happy memories, and tastes in art.
IG: @mooninvation
Hello People!! Once again we are joined by an amazing human-being and artist, Sof Barnes! Sof is a "jack-of-all-trades" based out of central Arkansas. Don't be surprised if you see her name listed in the credit next time you watch a local film! In this week's episode, we sit with her and discuss how art has molded her life, the disjointed nature of her brain-children, and ways in which she finds shape and meaning within them.
Stick around and listen to Sof and Jon cover The Roaches', "Runs in the Family"
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@sofbarn
Hello! This week’s episode features artist, model, and certified cutie-patootie, Bailey Holley. Hope you guys enjoy Bailey’s hilarious antics as we drink some Yerba Mates and discuss her art, rhinestones, and the infamous “I Farted” T-shirt.
Friends, do we have an episode for you guys this week?! Operatic Hip-Hop pioneer and Magic-Girl, the legendary Afroshoujo, joins us to share her ideas on manifesting reality, projecting energy, and how to appreciate traditional operatic music. Afroshoujo will be performing her stellar song, Omicron, for us at the end of her interview. Enjoy!
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@afroshoujo
Welcome back! In this weeks episode the great Yuni Wa sit in and share some wisdom with us. Join us as we discuss the Vaporwave/Future Funk revolution, a possible futures for music, the songwriting process, and the growth of artists.
This week we have special guest co-host, Sam Williamson, joining us!
Friends! Howdy! This week’s episode features a real delight to have on the podcast, Rachel Stuckey. In this episode, Rachel shares their artistic journey as we discuss the lost art of relaxing with friends, archaic pronunciations, and the cinematic masterpiece that is Osmosis Jones.
Hey everyone, welcome back!! We’re starting this string of episodes with our friend, writer and part-time heartthrob, Josh Barnette, featuring guest co-host, Claire Barnett! Hope you guys enjoy conversations about New York trips, early writings, and monkeys.
Hello friends! We are incredibly thankful for all the artists that shared their talent with us during our first season. We thought it’d be a good idea to make these playlists for your convenience. Hope you enjoy:
Pt. 2
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Baaqir Salaam – When I Wake up (00:00)
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Dylan Rogers – Borderline (03:19)
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Big Lizzard ‑ Impatient Coffee Pouring (06:07)
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Big Lizzard – Sheep (07:34)
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Big Lizzard - The Flash (10:03)
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Big Lizzard - Before You Go Outside (12:10)
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Big Lizzard ‑ Garden Valley (17:06)
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Big Lizzard – untitled (20:44)
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Logan Moseley (Spin Cycle)- Secret Sunset (24:04)
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Logan Moseley (Spin Cycle) - Azazel’s Theme (28:15)
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Alexander C-Will – Light Show (30:41)
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Alexander C-Will - Do That (32:59)
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Modeling – The Colored Door Theme (Reinterpreted) (35:19)
Hello friends! We are incredibly thankful for all the artists that shared their talent with us during our first season. We thought it’d be a good idea to make these playlists for your listening convenience. Hope you enjoy:
Pt. 1
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The Colored Door – The Colored Door Theme (00:00)
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Sam Williamson – Chickadee (00:40)
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Claire Barnett – Harvest Moon (Neil Young Cover w/ The Colored Door) (03:50)
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Claire Barnett - Please Wake Me Up (Tom Waits Cover) (06:41)
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Ben Eslick – Testicular Cancer Anthem (09:48)
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Buckaroo – Nicotine Kisses (12:39)
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Austin Horton – Colorado Girl (16:30)
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Taylor Hartwig – Moving on (20:04)
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Jake Davis – Telescope (23:06)
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Tanner McDaniel – Stay Free (The Clash Cover) (25:36)
Hello listeners! Welcome to our final episode for season one. We couldn’t be more honored to send you guys off with our friend, Alexander C-Will, as our guest. Please enjoy this very long discussion in which C-Wil shares the hot soup on getting started as a rapper, the rap community, and getting drunk while you’re underage. Stay tuned for Alexander C-Wil's performance of his song, LIGHTSHOW from his EP ALMIGHT A!, and his single Do That
Thank you all for listening! Until next time!
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Friends! Hello! Welcome to The Colored Door! On this episode we chat it up with painter and sculptor, Savannah Pelley, about Jarfield, Jifford, and Bobby Hill. Savannah was nice enough to give us some pointers on making your own paper and processing your own clay as she talked about her past and future as an artist.
IG: @asa.pelleyart
Hey friends! Once again, welcome! On this episode we sit with Logan Moseley of the bands, Social Crime and Spin Cycle. Together we discuss traditions, human behavior, and your favorite demon/angel hybrid, Zebeenabu.
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Hello! If you’re looking for lizards of the BIG variety, look no further! Big Lizzard provided her talents in this live recording @ Your Pie Pizza to debut songs from her latest EP “Cantor Incarnate.” Please enjoy!
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Hello all! Welcome to our live session recording @ Your Pie! In this second part we sit with another personal hero of ours. Writer and actress, Lola Willis, joins us to talk about her past and future endeavors.
IG: @lo.la.willis
Hello all! Welcome to our live session recording @ Your Pie! In this first part we sit with Clem “CJ” Johnson to talk about his latest EP, “bored.v2.” Hope you enjoy this discussion with this fantastic person and creator!
IG: @cj.wave
Hello world! Welcome to another exciting episode of The Colored Door! On this episode we have the legendary Jenn Perren joining us to talk rats, squirrels, skunks (all rodent needs are satisfied here), the life of a freelance artist, and zine publications! Please enjoy!
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Welcome to The Colored Door! In this episode, we haver the pleasure of sitting with music journalist Sophia Ordaz to discuss current local music development, her future plans, the concept of "maybe", etc. Please enjoy this fun discussion with this very smart, funny, and talented guest.
Disclaimer: This episode is an old one that has been sitting on Toby's computer for several months, so ignore any old references that have staled, and don't be too alarmed by Avery's absence.
In this episode, we sit down with one of the minds behind the indie-pop power-rock band BERA BERA, Dylan Rogers. We talk about creepy cryptids, the dawn of all things, the Price is Right, and of course, Dylan's music. He shares a song of his at the end -- Borderline.
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Hello all and everyone! On this episode we sit with singer, songwriter, and guitarist Baaqir Salaam and his friend, Steven Jerome Dotson, to discuss his music, superpowers, and vaccines. Baaqir will be debuting his song, “When I Wake Up” at the end of this one. Please enjoy!
Hello friends! In this episode we sit with Tanner McDaniel of the bands Benadrill and Zilla and discuss bad dates, Biggie Cheese, his buddy Max, and his future as an art student at the University of Arkansas. Tanner will also be performing a cover of The Clash’s “Stay Free”.
Welcome friends! We have an amazing person and musician joining us on this episode. Jake Davis of House Tree House joins us to talk about his journey into and through the world of music. Get to know our guest and share a laugh with us. Jake will be debuting his original song, “Telescope”, on this episode.
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@j_k_davis
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Hello listeners! Sorry it's late! (Toby sucks) On this episode, we welcome former musician, current watercolor painter and manager of Your Pie in Conway. We discuss debate tactics, dolphins, gift giving, and the upcoming live episode that has since already happened.
Open up your ear holes and enjoy!
Hello listeners! It is with great enthuse that we bring you this episode. After releasing their latest single, “Nothing Unexpected”, Ryan, Connor, and Cuinn Brogan of Modeling sat down with us to talk music, film, and everything in between. Be sure to subscribe to their YouTube channel and follow their Instagram account to keep up with these cool dudes!
IG: @modelingmusic
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Hello listeners! On this episode we sit with one of the cutest and kindest persons to ever roam the Earth. Filmmaker, Noah Arthur Woods, joins us to talk about his previous film, Self-Therapy, and his upcoming film, The Lights are Closed and My Eyes are Dark.
This episode we sit with a very gentle gentleman. Our very own Geetar Pickin' Cowboy, Austin Horton, brought his hummingbird to play his cover of Townes Van Zandt's, "Colorado Girl", for us. Please enjoy our talks of folk music, the 9-5 grind, old stories, and friends. If you want to keep up with Austin, please subscribe to his YouTube channel at: Austin Horton.
Welcome back! On this episode we sit with wrestler and local filmmaker, Samir "El Hijo del Guapo jr." Arellano. Together we discuss his latest collaboration with local rapper, Jay Ruiz, feeling well, and his previous project, "Masacre". Be sure to keep up with him to catch his next move.
IG: arellanosami
Hello! Once again we sit with another very talented friend of ours! Film producer, filmmaker, actor and website forerunner, Luis Hernandez, joins us to talk road trips, physics, and his new website: Weazel Lifestyle. Enjoy our discussion with Luis and be sure to follow his upcoming endeavors.
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@weazel.lifestyle
Another great guest on this episode! Stage and film actress Rylee Bolls joins us to talk getting into character, budgeting for collage, how to get started with acting, and share a couple of laughs with us. Be on the lookout for her upcoming movie roles.
IG: @rylee_bolls
Please enjoy this Bonus Holiday Special with The Streakers. More stories of good times. Grant Fannin will also be performing Nicotine Kisses from his solo project, Buckaroo.
Hello! On this episode we share some highs and lows with Ben Eslick of the former Couch Jackets. Get to know Ben a little better as we talk about actors, Lincoln, Nebraska, and his upcoming projects, Uniball and Hot Tottie Karate. Ben will be performing an original song, Testicular Cancer Anthem, to promote his movie, Uniball.
Hello listeners! For this episode we got to sit with filmmaker Claire Barnett to discuss grown-up politics, Michael Jackson, being married, and her upcoming project, Moth. Join us as Claire shares her journey through film and music before performing her lovely rendition of Tom Waits’, Please Wake Me Up, from her previous film, Lullaby.
Hello everyone! On this episode we sit down with our friend, Sam Williamson, to discuss some of his upcoming film and music projects. Sam will also be debuting his new song, Chickadee, for us. Please enjoy as Toby and I stagger along as we learn how to host an episode.
Be sure to follow Sam Williamson everywhere you go:
IG: @dangbroherpderp
@thestreakersband
Twitter: @dangbroherpderp
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Hello all! on this episode we sit down with local filmmaker, Amalia Eddings, and talk turkey about Halloween costumes, compliments, and most of all, making films. Please join us as we discuss her history with film, her past and future film projects, and her approach to excelling in a film program.
Be sure to follow Amalia wherever you go:
IG: amalia-eddings
Vimeo: vimeo.com/amaliaeddings