The Wolverine Reads's Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Enjoy my conversation with K.D. Carlson where we discuss Physics for Poets, writing styles, where we draw inspiration from, and higher education.
The conclusion to Kay and Brian's emotional discussion. Is Kay sane or mad like focus William Blake?
As we return to Kay and Brian, she continues to struggle with opening up. Something seems off about her paper, but what is it, and how can William Blake help her out?
After returning from London academic PhD student Kay, begins to worry that her current thesis on William Blake doesn't make sense. As she snappily banters and argues with office partner Brian regarding her academic existential crisis, she begins to reflect on why she in the track she is. Is it really to research, remember, recite? Please enjoy episode 1 of Physics for Poets by Colorado playwright Kristin (K.D.) Carlson.
Check out this wonderful conversation with Always With a Bang playwright Frank A. Oteri where we discuss the show, his background in playwriting, and explore deeper thoughts in how the world of theatre can move forward.
"The love you think is between us...It's a condition. A direct result of circumstances and environment.
-Lillian Ellingwood-
Let us continue as Caleb and Lillian struggle to understand their purgatory. Why are they here, and who allowed them to be here together?
What is it to deal with consequences of actions, when the situation has dictated those actions? That's what playwright Frank A. Oteri dives into in this emotionally heavy play "Always With a Bang"
Interview with Playwright Collin I. Hood. We talk inspirations, influences, and laughter.
Jason continues to learn the importance of not working at work, and begins to branch out more and more. At the same time Alex meets Chuck from IT, and learns that Ms. Angie may not be all that she appears to be.
Starting our new season, here is Water Cooler Talk, by Colin I. Hood! A delightfully funny play about a young man so driven to achieve his work place goals, that he has forgone the importance of having friends, hobbies, and human connection. Laugh along as he struggles to relearn how to be more than an overly focused employee. Featuring the voice talents of Mason Quinn, Scotty Schaffer, Emma Maxfield, and Nathaniel Quinn, with sound design by Kyle Harper and new original music by Emma Maxfield.
Please enjoy an excerpt from historian Victoria E. Bynum. We discuss the how's and why's of her fascination with Jones County, and how her research led to the play The State of Mississippi v Davis Knight. For the full interview check out our options at www.patreon.com/wolverinereads
On this week's episode we hear from Playwright Marcus France regarding his connections and inspirations to this play, as well as what he finds inspiring, where he likes to see theatre, and his general musings on the artform of theatre itself.
Here it is. The conclusion of the court case. The judges final ruling, as well as Quitman Ross's final thoughts.
After several grueling days in court, Defense Attorney Quitman Ross digs deeper into the community as more witness testimonies base Davis Knight's race on opinion. Quitman must find a witness who understands that opinion cannot prove the 1/8th rule.
The case continues following the ruling of Judge Collins that saying that a man's race can be determined by the what the community general reputed him to be.
The trial of Davis Knight resumes as Defense Attorney Quitman Ross prepares a cross examination.
Our current production focuses on a miscegenation trial that took place in The Jones County Courthouse in Ellisville, Mississippi, December 1948. Davis Knight, by all appearances a white man, is on trial for "crossing the colored line" and marrying a white woman. If you've seen the movie The Free State of Jones, this is the court case that is shown in bits and pieces, dramatized in its entirety.
In this episode we talk inspirations as a playwright, dig into Ben's history and connection to this play in particular, and we ponder over where all the best ideas come from: The shower.
Willy, now in his middle years, finds himself back at home. Some old friendships re-blossom, and it seems like Willy has finally found inner peace and understands who he is. Has he truly discovered himself, and earned a happy ending?
How does someone recoup after losing his senior year of high school? Willie's next few seem a blur. Is he actually living them, or just passing through?
As time passes we learn what the nickname WB actually means, and as WB gets a little older we see his struggle with how the weight of his nickname bears down on him. If you're enjoying our podcast and would like to help to make sure we starving artists starve a little less, please check out our patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/wolverinereads
When WB, Coop, Friday, Red Riggle, and Tim witness a horrific accident, the traumatic experience defines how each boy grows into their self.
Last time on Wolverine Reads we finished up the play Trixxxie 2.0. Today we are happy to present you with a short interview with Playwright Kirsten Easton-Hazzaa. We talk about her start as a playwright, her process, and family photos in a big box store. Enjoy.
The conclusion to Trixxxie 2.0. How does Walter and Doreen's marriage turn out? What happens to Trixxxie? It all culminates in these last few scenes.
Doreen discovers the $10,000.00 credit card statement and struggles to keep it together as she questions Walter about the expense. Walter, embarrassed of his fetish lies to his wife, and instead finds himself opening up to Trixxxie. How does the physical, and emotional relationship Walter is developing with Trixxxie affect his marriage?
Walter gets his Trixxxie robot home, and begins testing her out, only to learn that while he finds Trixxxie quite interesting, he prefers his wife. Doreen and Walter share an intimate evening together, but Walter can't shake his fantasy of a sex robot. In an attempt to curb his fetish, Walter attempts to return Trixxxie, and even joins Doreen in a therapy session.
Walter, a man with a sex-robot fetish, is delighted when he discovers he can purchase his own personal sex-robot. The only problem is that his wife, Doreen, knows nothing about Walter's secret fixation. Torn, the married man must choose between indulging in his private fantasies and mending his strained relationship with his wife.
Today we interview David Harlan, playwright of Inappropriate Status Updates. We will discuss his process, influences, and current events. Join us in a few weeks for our next play Trixxxie 2.0 by Kirsten Easton-Hazzaa.
Moving day looms closer. As the moving truck is scheduled to arrive in 10 hours, King begins to understand how much he means to those around him. Is the move actually worth it?
As moving day gets closer, Alice becomes more focused on the numbers. Meanwhile, King, Jock, and Josie continue to deal with the heavy issues surrounding the move.
We all have thoughts we don't want shared to anyone but ourselves. What happens when those thoughts make it off the pages of a diary, and onto the screens of of family, friends, and even strangers? Protagonist King, must deal with just that when he learns that upon clicking the "I agree" button, he inadvertently has given access to his digital diary. Now he must navigate the frustrations of his girlfriend, Alice, as the two pack to move cross country for her job.