BS'ing with Sean K: Recent Episodes
Sean Kneese
Sean Kneese has off the cuff conversations with a variety of minds(creatives, entrepreneurs, intellectuals, activists, etc.) to discuss their work and feelings on the present day climate, providing a platform for opinions not often heard in the mainstream media.
BS'ing is done for the time being. Listen to my new podcast "Let's Talk about the Deep Stuff" wherever you get your podcasts. "Let's Talk about the Deep Stuff" features off the cuff and candid cconersations aobuth eh big topics in the world such as philosophy, spirituality, personal development, mental health and poltitical and social issues in the world.
In this special solo episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks about building inner strength, overcoming depression and ruminations, and being your own best friend.
In this special solo episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks about building inner strength, overcoming depression and ruminations, and being your own best friend.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to writer, bartender and urban literature enthusiast Jason Paskow. Jason is the author of the books 'Trap Doors" and "Autumn in Newark". In this podcast, Jason talks about being locked up for being a drug dealer when he was 18 and how his experiences in jail influenced his writing, his current job as a bartender at Shanghai Jazz in Madison, NJ, his love for urban literature, and more. Donate to BS'ing: Paypal: Skneese1989@gmail.com Zelle: Skneese1989@gmail.com Venmo: @Sean-kneese
In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Ursula Monteiro: Brazilian-born actor, director, screenwriter, and photographer. She began her acting career at eight years old in her hometown of Taubate, Sao Paulo. At the age of eighteen, Ursula moved to New York City to pursue her dream of working in theater and film; in 2016 she graduated from Marymount Manhattan College where she earned a B.A. in Theatre, with a concentration in Performing Arts and Directing. Ursula also holds a degree in Acting from the Atlantic Acting School. After years of perfecting her acting craft, in 2018 Ursula started to write and direct her own film projects. In 2020, during the Covid-19 pandemic, Ursula produced her short film debut VAL, and a sketch comedy web series called Never Mind. In this podcast, Ursula talks about her film Val and how it addresses political and social issues in Brazil such as abortion rights and government corruption, her love for independent films, the inspiration behind her sketchy comedy series, and more. Ursula's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC--3tqBlJ0a98TVw9Yx6eUw Donate to BS'ing: Paypal: Skneese1989@gmail.com Zelle: Skneese1989@gmail.com Venmo: @Sean-kneese
In this episode of Bs'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to his friend Eric Sanchez about hermeticism, free masonry, angel numbers, Neville Goddard, Mitch Horowitz, self improveent, dealing with regreet and other interesting topics. Eric talks about how AA led him to develop his spriitual beliefs and eventually his interest in hermeticism. More recently, Eric has joined the Free Masons and explains in the episode that it's not what most people think it is (illuminati, etc.). Donate to BS'ing: Paypal: Skneese1989@gmail.com Zelle: Skneese1989@gmail.com Venmo: @Sean-kneese
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to musician and host of Angel's Authentic Action podcast Gabrielle Angel Lilly. Gabrielle talks about being on the autism spectrum and how it has influenced her creativity. She also talks about how a "disorder" isn't necessarily a disorder and can be used as a gift, and society's tendency to punish people with mental health issues. Sean talks about being diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome at 13 and also his experience with OCD and learning to use ruminations in a productive way. He also mentions how writers such as Neville Goddard and James Allen have helped him use ruminating to help make positive changes in his life.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to special effects make up artist Beatrice Sniper about working in the film industry, horror, special effects, make up effects, practical effects vs. CGI, creative inspiration and more. She has won several awards for best FX makeup in multiple festivals. Beatrice is based in New York/New Jersey (also jumps at the opportunity to travel for work) and uses her makeup skills to participate in movies, events, theme parks, productions, and military training exercises from all around the world. Beatrice's website: https://www.beatricesniper.com/
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to artist and simulation theorist Rizio about simulation theory, art, sci-fi, fantasy, spirituality, movies and other interesting topics. The simulation hypothesis is a proposal regarding the nature of existence that posits that all of existence is an artificial simulation, such as a computer simulation. Rizio hosts a live stream series that explores this topic with guests from all over the world. Rizio's art mixes elements of sci-fi and fantasy. Sean K has described it as "Tolkien meets cyberpunk art", and Rizio says he likes that description.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to improviser and actor Ryan Gurian about acting, improv, the book "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron and how that inspired him, and coping with regret, rejection, and negative emotions. They also get into other deep and philosophical topics as well.
in this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Sydney Duncan: New York based comedian, improviser, writer, and actor. She has trained extensively at UCB, The PIT, The Magnet, and Dallas Comedy House studying advanced improv, musical improv, and sketch. Before performing in independent character and sketch shows, Sydney was a professional ballet dancer and trained at ABT, Alvin Ailey, Texas Ballet Theater, and Ballet West among others. Her credits include Regional Broadway shows such as Will Rogers Follies and Thoroughly Modern Millie, and has appeared in the Netflix show, IGUANA, and Solange Knowles’ music video, When I get home. During the quarantine, she has moved her daily political and pop culture videos of characters, sketches, and impressions to her TikTok. She was also selected to be featured on Comedy Central’s IG and TikTok for Black and Women's History Month. You can catch her regularly performing in Comedy Theaters in New York City including Brooklyn Comedy Collective, and The PIT. Topics discussed in this episode include: punching up vs. punching down vs. punching across in comedy, how comedy has changed over the years, Euphoria, and more
in this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Mira and Denis of the Ukrainian Oi Punk band Bezlad about their experience with the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Link to Belzad's music: https://bezlad.bandcamp.com/releases?fbclid=IwAR1VavXjktK_M-cAZWCh6HnJla0u0g3HN2T35sXa5Bx3n4T6QzVBLL-Pm2E
Mira's hardcore punk band Zrada: https://zrada.bandcamp.com/?fbclid=IwAR0Fvwo9UxokjUU7JtNG_mdilzUEL7_oZTYq7PqefXKTqelPiu5IF1LpbAo
Donate to the people of Ukraine effected by Putin's invasion: https://razomforukraine.org/donate/
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to “ Berniecrat, MMA fighter, politician and activist Eddy Rolon. Rolon served as an elected member of Rutherford board of Education Jan 2017- Jan 2020 before becoming involved in municipal politics. He is also a BJJ Blackbelt with 2 amateur Shootfighting belts ( 2000 )and a professional MMA belt and heavyweight championship from the IFC ( 2001 ). He was ranked the number one advanced submission grappler in the nation By Grapplers Quest in the nation within the top 5 many times under the North American Grappling Association (NAGA) during the 2000s. Rolon has owned and operated Endgame Combat Sports Academy since September 7th 2001, producing many talented combat sports practitioners including other amateur and professional champions. Topics discussed in this episode include corruption in NJ, the two-party system, the military-industrial complex, capitalism vs. socialism and more.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to comedian, actress, and host of the Kathryn Dunn Show: Kathryn Dunn. Topics discussed include: coffee addiction, comedy, ASMR, Robert Pattison's Batman (How will he compare to the others?), improv, background work, performing, Christopher Walken, Willaim Dafoe and more. Kathryn's show website: https://thekathryndunnshow.com/
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to painter and guitarist Angela Gram. Angela's art focuses on animals and their place in modern post-industrial society. Angela is also a guitarist and plays in a jam band with Sean Kneese ( He plays bass) called Pinkman and the Brain. Angela and Sean talk about their love for death metal, black metal, grindcore, and other genres. Angela also talks about growing up in a rural area of New Hampshire and how that helped her develop a strong connection with animals, and how it compares to living in Jersey City, where she lives now.
Link to Angela's art:
https://www.angelagramart.com/
Angela's guitarist instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angela.jams/
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to writer, poet and artist Rania Watts. Rania is the founder of CCIQ press, a multimedia publishing company that promotes writers, poets, artists and other creators. Rania is passionate about using art and poetry to help people cope with mental health issues and deal with anger and sadness. Other interesting topics discussed in this episode are Star Wars, Philosophy, ghosts/the supernatural, yin and yang, and more.
Rania's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/cciqpress
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to musician Jason Gravley of the bands Antitypical and Ven Perp. Antitypical describe themselves as :"A couple of neurodivergent people making some music." They do a mix of industrial metal, alternative rock and other genres. According to the Ven Perp Facebook page: 'Ven Perp is short for 'venture in perpetuity'. They create alternative rap music, and digital art about living life to the fullest with a raw authenticity that is unrivaled. " Jason talks about their music, being on the autistic spectrum and being "anti-typical", ADHD, Ritalin and other interesting topics.
Antitypical bandcamp: https://antitypical.bandcamp.com/releases
Ven Perp Bandcamp: https://venperp.bandcamp.com/community
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to actress and martial artist Christine Hillary Lee. Christine is a Brooklyn-born and raised actress to a family of Chinese immigrants. She attended LaGuardia High School, graduating in 2012 and is expected to graduate from the Maggie Flanigan acting training program later this year. Christine has also trained in various martial arts including Muay Thai, Tae Kwon Do, and MMA, since she was 10 years old. A passionate artist with a fierce heart, Christine portrays the powerful Yellow Ranger in a viral Power Rangers web series entitled Power Rangers Unworthy. Topics discussed include TV/film set safety, Alec Baldwin, stunts, the acting industry, the different schools of martial arts, Bruce Lee, Brandon Lee, and more.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to writer, poet, and bartender Luke Young. Luke also describes himself as a bibliophile, proletarian and factotum. He is of mixed Indigenous and European American heritage. He grew up among Southeast Asian war refugees in Washington and California before moving to Cambodia and Southeast Asia with his parents as a child. He lived overseas for more than twenty years before relocating back to the United States in the autumn of 2017 with his wife and four children. His next collection of poetry is coming from Between Shadows Press. Topics discussed in this episode include being a writer in 2021, indigenous rights, defining success, what it means to be "American", Ayahuasca, and more.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Desirée Justin. Desirée is a professional dancer, actress and and stylist. She previously danced with Boston Ballet, and has performed as an actress in many stage productions in NYC and nationally. In addition to her performance career she is also a successful coach and professional stylist working with actors, photographers and other artists on image consulting and editorial photography. Follow her on instagram @mamades1 and @des_.styles. More recently, Desirée has become interested in improv comedy and has performed in improv shows in NYC and throughout the US.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to comedian, performance artist, improviser and improv teacher: Sunny Atwall. Sunny has over a decade’s worth of public speaking experience. He is a former State Champion in poetry. He has written, acted, and produced several shows for the Indy Fringe festival as well as his own 45 minute Solo Show, Taxi Cab Driver, at SOLOCOM 2019. Sunny has also hosted for the Indy Visitor’s Channel which played throughout Indianapolis hotels explaining tourist attractions. Additionally, he produces an all South Asian casted Improv Comedy show for The People’s Improv theater. He also is the director of classes and an instructor at the People's Improv Theater and hosts a Friday Improv Jam every Friday at 5pm at the PIt Loft in New York, New York.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to stand-up comedian and host of the Uncomfy Conversations podcast Shiv Patel about comedy, self-improvement, Neville Goddard, creative visualization, how the pandemic affected comedy, Tik Tok, and more.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to musician and activist Rostafa about Juneteenth, July 4th, gentrification, Black Lives Matter, and more with musician and activist Rostafa. Rostafa also talks about the second annual Kemit Music Festival, which he is the founder of. This year it falls on July 31th and will take place at the Montclair Brewery Room in Montclair, NJ. Rain date is August 1st. Learn more info and buy tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kemet-music-and-arts-festival-2-tickets-158255547603
In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to photographer and multimedia artist Katelyn Kopenhaver. One of her projects is: “She was Last Seen”, where she spray paints: SHE WAS LAST SEEN (a statement often written in news articles related to missing persons cases) on mattresses she finds on the street. Kopenhaver attacks these mattresses aggressively, takes a momento, and discards them - paralleling the dark reality experienced by victims of violent crime. As of late, Katelyn has placed mattresses in site specific locations contingent upon historical areas of crime and abuse. Kopenhaver also has a strong interest in the notorious Jeffrey Epstein case and created a banner that reads “Epstein is the Worst Kind of Virus” which she has displayed at various locations relevant to the case. Within photography, Kopenhaver considers herself a blend between an anthropologist and a journalist - sometimes making photographs and sometimes seeing photographs. Portraiture especially holds a unique and special place because of the collaboration it entails of photographer, camera, and subject. Kopenhaver has been published and exhibited both nationally and internationally, including Metal Magazine, Article 22, Pen + Brush, The Brooklyn Rail, and ABC News. Her photography clients include Netflix, New York Magazine, Interview Magazine, Culture Trip, Havas Group, and others. Kopenhaver graduated from SVA in 2016 where she studied photography. She is originally from Doylestown, Pennsylvania, and currently resides in New York, New York.
In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K , Sean Kneese talks to activists Awdah Al-hathalean and Sam Stein about Gaza, Sheikh Jarah, The West Bank and the struggle for Palestinian rights. Awdah and Sam met while Sam was with a group called Jewish Center for Non-Violence. He stayed with Awdah in his home in the Palestinian village of El Kherson for several months and celebrated Ramadan with him and his family. He was with Awdah and other Palestinians as they were being attacked by radical settlers. Sam talks about growing up in an Orthodox Jewish household, and how he started to become more critical of Israeli policy towards Palestinians as he got older. Awdah talks about life in his village El Kherson, life for people in Gaza and the human rights abuses Palestinians face on a regular basis. He also talks about how meeting Sam and other Jewish people fighting for Palestinian rights changed his perspective as well. Since their first meeting, Sam and Awdah have become best of friends and are living proof that Jews and Palestinians can stand together for justice.Article about Malak Mattar: https://eoinhiggins.substack.com/p/the-last-time-i-felt-young-was-when?fbclid=IwAR1TQ-w3v-WuA7cnlZgabXnh2DOwB5h9F7U1lwijJcKaul-i1HjLl-0dl0oMy podcast with the amazing Malak: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0NysoxFP3SjmnprmFDWxYC?si=5KzrlayHSL-1zUMuhRiN4w&dl_branch=1
Malak's BBC appearance: https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-middle-east-57148368
Full video clip with Noura Erakat on Katie Halper Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTzcJhOLkkQ&t=283sJewish center for Non Violence fundraiser for Women Against Demolitions: https://www.nonviolenceinternational.net/donate_cjnv_special_fund?fbclid=IwAR07L-oMc-VBYdY2JdyYS2M0zlQO4NlngMu5mxDO6R8uZGsPRX52mAt0HxMOther good articles/links/podcasts on this topic: https://theintercept.com/2021/05/14/palestine-israel-hamas-netanyahu-biden/?utm_campaign=theintercept&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwAR2w7g0haWbvPRBcuSeydT-IKA-H79Xcv452LnWskdh8YKkzKGsxFLzHGB0https://theintercept.com/2021/05/12/israel-palestine-jerusalem-social-media/?utm_campaign=theintercept&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwAR2P4vRWCCXpZ3iDo43hqZcOmcUFx8SIwfydnLuYy2tVwuuLu46hWmHJ2nchttps://theintercept.com/2021/05/11/not-fine-video-ultranationalist-frenzy-jerusalem-unsettling/?utm_campaign=theintercept&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwAR1ho6txjqIoU-uuDvsTf3XDciJby3PnAsMzGIaM0vhttps://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20210430-palestinians-facing-eviction-rescued-my-family-says-jewish-professor/?fbclid=IwAR06DBCUutoyxKVxHKAQ5V-uIa38TRgKs9H4qYz-7d89-v-jOeGd53_nqQs#.YJBLzIURcAt.facebookhttps://www.middleeasteye.net/news/israel-palestine-lehava-extremist-group-marching-jerusalem?fbclid=IwAR2UhCgrQhI-w5T866a3R5vUv9DCxVssuH8qG19tnQMtYwD1uoZ2bzRDmYIhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/25KcU5gBvfCNJzOH71KEgN?si=4ddef0503ca84782https://open.spotify.com/episode/12HhnHNOtHH1K7A048dMJl?si=307e9b32508940dchttps://open.spotify.com/episode/4BAeWJJImNQfopCjsnn5Nm?si=XN8in4zHTh6KoizyTv_s3A&dl_branch=1https://caitlinjohnstone.substack.com/p/the-israel-narrative-is-crumbling?fbclid=IwAR10VeDc4fRimTU4-HoI7VPjAvbk0NOdmpH4T8LGkl5AUkQq4vVdyZEcOa8
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Danette(IG: @Danettetoycollector ) about her passion for collecting and building toys. Danette has built her own Mystery Science Theater 3000 toys from scratch and collects Jurassic Park toys, Simpsons toys, and various other kinds of toys and retro video games.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to actress, filmmaker and model Kasia Walczak. Kasia began in the industry as a fashion and pose model then expanded into a working actress who has been in many films, tv shows, music videos, and new media projects. Originally from Poland, Kasia can speak both Polish and English. She also has the ability to create character voices in many dialects and accents. Kasia is also a filmmmaker and editor. Her current finished project, is "Enter Chaos" which she has been submitting to film festivals around the world. In this episode, Kasia talks about her inner spiritual journey that influenced this project and the various characters she plays in it.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean talks to comedian, performance artist, a podcaster Shawn Wickens. Shawn is a co-host of the Stoner Morning Show and a producer at the Bad Theater Fest/Bad Film Fest. Topics discussed in this episode include the future of comedy after Covid-19, how everyday life influences art and performing, marijuana legalization, the healing power of comedy, and more.
In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K Sean Kneese talks to Renata De Los Rios: hair and makeup artist for Troma entertainment, Horror Metal burlesque performer & Spooky mom. Renata talks about balancing her multiple passions with being a mom, her experiences working on set, and more.
Renata's Instagram: @bathory1981
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to actor, filmmaker, and editor Patrick Devaney. Devaney is known primarily for crime-based television programs and for creating "Zombie Hunters: City of the Dead", the world's first Zombie-based broadcast television program. Born and raised in New York City, he founded Devarez Films, LLC, in 2008 to handle the business end of Zombie Hunters, and the company has worked in league with Mass Grave Pictures since 2009. Patrick started his performance career as a musician on the 1980's club circuit, performing in legendary venues such as CBGB. After scoring the off-Broadway play "Shadow Trilogy" in 1995, he left the music business and turned his talents to painting, sculpture, and writing. In 2005, he began work on what was to become the Zombie Hunters program. To date, he has appeared in dozens of films (both lead and supporting roles), written over thirty screenplays, acted as general background and with small featured roles in various major television program. He also released "Aemorraghe", a short film based on the short story/comic of the same name by the artist known as Caza, created the upcoming "Mastic PD" web-series, and created the Science-Fantasy film "Impervia", which to date has screened at twenty-seven film festivals around the world. Patrick is regularly acting in a wide variety of Independent films and is in PR-production for three of his latest scripts: "New Zero", "One Flash Of Light", and "Identity Check".
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to actor, improviser, improv teacher and writer Patrick McCartney. Pat teaches acting and improv at the People's Improv Theater in New York, New York and a member of the long-form improv group Centralia Improv. Patrick talks about how he developed his interest in the arts, applying improv to scripted material, how Covid hurt improv and theater, and his battle with alcoholism and his path to sobriety.
Pat's website: HTTP://www.patmcartney.com
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K: Sean Kneese talks to singer, writer, and aspiring actor Gabriel Morse. Gabriel talks about growing up poor in a favela of Brazil and realizing his dream of traveling, singing, and acting. He also talks about his experience being gay in Brazil and coming out later in life, the cultural differences between the United States and Brazil, and more.
Gabe's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabe_has_arrived/
In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese BS’es with voice actors Kevin Connolly and Danny Kramer about ...well, voice acting! Kevin M. Connolly is best known for voicing the character Kain Fuery in the popular anime series Fullmetal Alchemist and its reboot Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood. He also voiced Harley Hartwell in Case Closed. Danny is most known for his work Pokemon as Raihan and playing various roles on Yu-Gi-Oh as well. Topics discussed include how to get started in the voice acting and voice-over studio, building your own home studio, and more!
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to singer/songwriter, actor and UFO investigator Alan Tafoya. Tafoya was born in Dulce, New Mexico and grew up on the Jicarilla Apache reservation. He has appeared in films and television shows, including the TV series Comanche Moon (as Peta Nacoma) and the Tracker in the series Special Ops Mission, as well as his appearance as himself on the Gladiator vs Apache episode of Deadliest Warrior featuring UFC fighter Chuck Liddell. He also played the lead role of Sitting Bull in the 2016–17 touring stage musical Sitting Bull's Last Waltz.Tafoya talks about the time a UFO came to his reservation, his theories about Bigfoot and UFOs, his passion for music, breaking into acting as a Native American and more.
In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Shari Piontowskie: dancer, choreographer, and drummer. Shari talks about her experience teaching dance classes, choreography, her pet peeves with musicals, drumming, punk music, hip hop, the universal language of music and dance, and more.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to mixed-media artist Dana Gambale AKA Dana Danger. Dana talks about the process behind her art and some of the sculptures she's made by gathering various materials together. Other topics discussed include art, aliens, The Simpsons, Joe Rogan, acrylic painting, creative writing, and more.
Dana Gambale's website: http://danagambale.com/
In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to singer/songwriter, actress and poet Rachel Navarro. Rachel talks about her music project: Leaveascar, which she describes as experimental electronic music with hip hop, pop and rock influence. Interesting topics discussed include art and social anxiety, performing virtually during COVID-19, and more.
Leaveascar on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leaveascarr/
Rachel's poetry Instagram page:
https://www.instagram.com/leaveapoem/ Leaveascar on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/61gEO2b8mvJco31FBeMNm1
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Jeff Feo Illescas: beat writer, mental health survivor and anti-racist skinhead. Jeff talks about how Kerouac and the beats inspired his writing, how the original skinhead movement went from being racially inclusive and about working class pride to being associated with the far-right and racists, the alternative music scene in Guatemala, mental health and more.
Sean's article on Otto's Shrunken Head that Jeff was featured in but not named: https://medium.com/@BSingwithSeanK/thursday-nights-are-punk-rock-night-at-ottos-shrunken-head-with-dj-pat-pervert-648e50048e70Relevant article entitled "How Skinheads Transformed From Inclusive Youth Movement Into Racist Hate Group": https://allthatsinteresting.com/skinheads-history
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Luke Young: poet, journalist and activist. Luke talks about his passion for writing, his indigenous roots, politics, his experiences growing up in Cambodia as a foreigner and more.
Luke Young links:
https://issuu.com/mclarenrebecca/docs/question1
http://www.blackmailpress.com/LY37.html
https://southeastasiaglobe.com/time-for-redemption/
https://www.google.com/amp/s/monthlyreview.org/2013/11/01/cambodian-political-history/amp/
https://www.cciqpress.com/2019/09/interview-with-poet-luke-young.html?m=1
https://m.phnompenhpost.com/7days/you-and-me-teen-sweethearts-wild-20-years-together-kingdom
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to his good friend and former housemate Cristian Yamil Ramos about his project: “Wartime Hidden Victims”: a nonprofit that works to spread awareness about sexual violence against men and boys in conflict and post-conflict settings. Cristian talks about how living in Puerto Rico during Hurricane Maria and being diagnosed with leukemia inspired his activism and other interesting topics.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Pari and Ryan of the dark synthwave band Terror Forms. They talk about their music, their new song Opaque, conspiracy theories, UFOs and more. Sean plays their songs “Periscope”, “Paperclip”, and “Combat Stance”(Combat Stance is hidden at the very end of the episode).
Terror Form's Bandcamp: https://terrorforms.bandcamp.com/
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Malak Mattar: abstract expressionist artist from the Gaza Strip. Today at age 20, Malak is known for her Picasso-like expressionist faces and abstract designs, painted largely in response to and a way to cope during and following the 51-day Israeli military assault on the Gaza Strip in 2014. What was originally a form of coping and self-expression became her passion and livelihood, and one that has been appreciated by people far beyond the borders of the Gaza Strip. Since her first watercolor, she has produced hundreds of paintings, which have earned her international recognition, with her paintings being featured in Jerusalem, Spain, Turkey, Costa Rica, India, and the United States. Malak talks about her art and the inspiration behind it, growing up in Gaza and under occupation, the recent Israeli annexation plan, Picasso, racism, travel and more.
Link to Malak's Etsy store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MalakArtStore
Malak on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/malak_mattar_artist/
Relevant articles/sources: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/palestinians-and-israelis-rally-against-west-bank-annexation-plan
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-53139808
https://www.amnesty.org/en/latest/news/2020/07/israelopt-unlawful-annexation-plan-promotes-law-of-the-jungle-and-must-be-stopped/
Petition to stop annexation: https://www.change.org/p/u-s-senate-oppose-annexation-of-palestinian-land?recruiter=548915396&utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=psf_combo_share_abi&recruited_by_id=978d8320-25de-11e6-8a68-4be4b986ae37
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Alejandro Saldarriaga: buddhist meditation teacher and metal musician from Bogota, Colombia. Topics discussed include, mindfulness, Tibetan Buddhism, mental health and Alejandro's music project the Arcane Insignia.
The Arcane Insignia: https://arcaneinsignia.bandcamp.com/
In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K , Sean Kneese talks to Mike Joseph: host of the Detoxicity podcast and the JCC on Radio Free Brooklyn. Topics discussed include racism, empathy, police brutality, mental health and more.
Mike's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsmikejoseph/
The JCC on Radio Free Brooklyn: https://radiofreebrooklyn.com/show/the-jcc/
Sources: The private prisons ban was actually from last year: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-california-prisons-idUSKBN1WQ2Q9?fbclid=IwAR1kRYZrvHKqL9nF2NwtY2D9zQOEnN7b_UaqZxi_iDhx4qvU3bH3uTd54f4"Defund the Police" what does that mean? : https://www.refinery29.com/amp/en-us/2020/06/9852960/defund-the-police-meaning-black-lives-matter?fbclid=IwAR3wy0-6I2PwLRS4MINODVBdo26z359ocj_YTiahF-eLi6cQ6G6qMV2_avQ
Links to charities/fundraisers :
https://newsone.com/3951059/how-to-help-george-floyd-protesters/
https://bringmethenews.com/minnesota-news/a-list-of-fundraisers-to-help-damaged-businesses-organizations-in-minneapolis-and-st-paul
Know your rights: https://constitutionus.com/
http://hrlibrary.umn.edu/edumat/studyguides/noncitizens.html
In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to his friend Aura, an Afro-Latina about her experiences with racism, the BLM movement, and current events.
Links to charities/fundraisers :
https://newsone.com/3951059/how-to-help-george-floyd-protesters/
https://bringmethenews.com/minnesota-news/a-list-of-fundraisers-to-help-damaged-businesses-organizations-in-minneapolis-and-st-paul
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to his friend Jelani Williams: a black belt in karate about martial arts and mindfulness.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to performer, visual artist, self-proclaimed psychotherapist and host of Dr. L:isa Gives a Shit on Radio Free Brooklyn: Lisa Levy. Sean and Lisa talk about her "psychotherapy live" performances, her experiences interviewing guests on her show and other interesting topics.
In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese interviews Dr. Amna Husain about the current COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Husain answers some important questions about the virus and gives advice on how people can stay healthy and safe.
Dr. Amna Husain: https://puredirectpediatrics.com/dr-syeda-amna-husain
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to improviser, video editor, and programmer Eric Sanchez. Topics discussed include life under quarantine, improv, and other interesting topics.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean talks to casting director, producer, intuitive medium and energetic body healer Pamela Kramer. They talk about her "Dying for the Camera" horror acting class Sean took with her and other interesting topics. Pamela's website: http://www.pamelaskramer.com/
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to actor, improviser, sketch writer, WWE interviewer and performance artist Donovan Santiago.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K(originally aired on Radio Free Brooklyn on 3/16/2020), Sean interviews writer, journalist, photographer and his former professor at Fordham Frank LoBuono of CBS and Sojourner Productions. Frank tells his story of how he got started with journalism, his experience covering 9/11 and other historic events, photography, writing, freedom of speech vs. the right to privacy and more.Frank's writing blog: http://talk-frank.blogspot.com/Sojourner Productions: https://www.mysojournerphotography.com/about
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K (originally aired on Radio Free Brooklyn on 3/09/2020) Sean talks with comedian, improviser, actor, tour guide and Bernie Sanders Campaigner Aaron Tabackman about politics, improv and comedy.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to writer/director, actress and YouTuber Stephanie Palacino AKA CaFFINEJedi on YouTube. Stephanie talks about her upcoming Amazon Prime mini-series "Drowning in Sunshine" that she wrote, directed and starred in. Other topics include the entertainment industry in the U.K. and L.A., YouTube trolls, Star Wars, Game of Thrones, Japan and more.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to podcaster, writer, and musician Boice-Terrel Allen. He is the host of Talk Music Talk with Boice and The Strand Cast(The official Strand Book Store podcast). Boice talks about podcasting, music, interviewing and other interesting topics.
Talk Music Talk Website: http://www.talkmusictalk.com/
For the first BS’ing episode of the new year and decade, Sean Kneese interviews musician Matt Namer about their band The FMs. They talk about the inspiration behind their music, being non-binary and how that influenced the lyrics and themes of their music, their experience playing shows, music history, and other interesting topics. Sean and Matt also talk about the Improv One class they took together at the People's Improv Theater in NYC.
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(Note- this episode was originally episode 100, before I took down some of the older episodes that didn't have good sound quality, weren't up to par with the other episode or didn't fit with the direction i'm taking BS'ing in now.) In this special 100th episode of BS’ing with Sean K: BS'ing host and producer Sean Kneese is interviewed by musician, youtuber, podcaster, yogi and former BS'ing guest Gabrielle Angel Lily. Sean talks about his inspiration behind the show, what connects his various guests together, how he's grown and developed as a person through his podcast and as an actor/musician/writer, what it means to “live outside the box” and other interesting topics. This interview has also been used for the first episode of Gabrielle's "Angel's Authentic Action Now Podcast" . You can listen to her version with her take on the interview here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/733979/2160239-what-is-creativity-angel-s-authentic-action-podcast-episode-001-interview-with-sean-kneese?fbclid=IwAR3DKrhByNQYN0CIQOjgQM3LF_NnN5g5Vxt18VdCwYp6sIPoqQ-5Y2KtuSU
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to music teacher, children’s musician, singer/songwriter, and improviser Deesie Zymmer. Deesie talks about her experiences on the road as a musician, performing at a resort in the Dominican Republic, the performances she puts on with her music students and more
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to classical violist, alternative music artist, and founder of the band Wikka, Alexia DelGiudice. DelGiudice talks about her musical background, her interest in Wicca and horror movies, the various wigs she wears when performing live and more.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to spoken word performance artist, author, actor and comedian David Huberman. Huberman talks about how he became interested in writing and performing, his wild younger years as a drug addict in New York City, the punk scene in 1970s, the difference between writing for the stage and writing for the page, his interest in sci-fi and horror, beat poetry, and more.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to actor, improviser and singer/songwriter Casey Colon. Topics discussed include: theater, acting, poetry, improv, Shakespearean improv, music, open mics, and more.
In this episode of BS'ng with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to author, speaker, teacher, coach and comedian Joseph Mauricio AKA Joey Sladeabout depression, meditation, comedy, mental health, theater, acting and other interesting topics.
Joe's website: https://www.josephmauricio.com
In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks with musician, writer, yogi, artist, YouTuber,
builder, and entrepreneur Gabrielle Angel Lilly about her motivational videos, her music,
her journey, her spiritual beliefs, life in New Mexico, synchronicity, positivity, using art as
a catharsis vs. using it to spread a positive message and other interesting topics.
Gabrielle’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEUBN7UMOvwNJbbRUx9PrmwGabrielle’s website: https://www.galilly.com/Sleeping Dragons: https://www.etsy.com/shop/sleepingdragonsco
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Australian stand-up comedian and psychologist Michael Charles. Topics discussed include: the connections between psychology and comedy, self-love, anxiety, punching up vs. punching down, controversial humor, cultural differences between the US and Australia, and more.
Michael Charles's website: https://www.mc-psychology.com/
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to stand-up comedian and actress Danette Rodriguez. Danette Rodriguez is originally from Brooklyn, she's performed for ESPN, throughout Japan and Paris, and was part of the Comic Cure festivals in Miami and Philadelphia.
Danette's website: http://www.danetterodriguez.com
In this episode of BS’ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to YouTube celebrity, actress, comedian, author and kink community enthusiast: Aver Lim. Aver is the author of the “Red Hour Glass Trilogy”: a dark romance thriller series that is available on Amazon. She also has a YouTube channel called “Scarlet Queen” that has over 4 million views. She describes her channel as: An artistic role play fantasy channel infusing theater, dance, asmr, and voice overs. Aver talks about pursuing her various passions in this episode, her interest in the “kink community” and other interesting topics.
Aver's website: http://www.averral.com
Aver's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/Aver Lim
In the latest episode of BS’ing with Sean K, I talk to actress and writer Samara Elle Riveria and singer/songwriter Vermex Van Coix. Samara talks about her upcoming short film: “Linda” that she is writing, directing and starring in herself. Vermex talks about his passion for songwriting and his plans for his music in the near future. His debut E.P. “My Destiny” and his latest single, “Made Me Cry” are available on all music outlets. Samara and Vermex also talk about their show “Monday Nights are a Bitch” that they do together every monday night. It can be seen on YouTube and other social media outlets. Samara’s website: http://samaraelleriviera.com
Vermex’s music: https://soundcloud.com/vermexvancroix?fbclid=IwAR209DRYJGg4ODdZj6UYpnBy3xzwUUhQb6J7syWy8iWypyAUTmQodZT7pMA
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to poet, author and punk rock vocalist Tohm Bakelas. Tohm has been involved in the NJ punk and hardcore scene for over a decade. Some of the bands he has been a member of include Permanent Tension and Four Fingers. More recently he has been writing and performing spoken word poetry and has published a book entitled "Orphan Road", a collection of poems and short stories. Tohm talks about his experiences performing his spoken word at open mics and poetry readings and why he gravitated towards poetry in the first place. He reads some excerpts from his book "Orphan Road". Sean also talks about some of his own music and spoken word poetry and reads a piece he wrote entitled "I Enjoy the Ride" at the end of the episode.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Brooklyn-based comedian, actor and percussionist: Sean Gibbs. Topics discussed include: the New York comedy scene, whether talent is something you're born with or something you learn through practice, and more.
In this episode of BS'ing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to actress and acting teacher Melanie beck. Melanie talks about her passion for acting and singing, her experiences teaching acting, her interest in spirituality and meditation and some of her upcoming and recent projects. Link to Melanie's website: http://www.melaniebeck.com
In this episode Sean Kneese talks to stand up comedian, film maker and musician Frank Zemel. Topics discussed include: spirituality, comedy, music, positive vibes vs. negative vibes, song parodies, cliches in film making and more. Frank also performs some of his comedy bits for the audience
In this episode of BSing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to religious scholar and journalist Sarah Salvadore about religion, immigration, cultural differences around the world, human rights, and other interesting topics. Sarah received her Masters in Journalism at Columbia University and is now studying religion and conflict at Seton Hall University. She has written articles for Slate about immigration and human rights issues at the US-Mexico border and collaborated with Sarah Stillman on an article for the New Yorker entitled: "When Deportation is a Death Sentence" .
Link to Sarah's articles: https://slate.com/author/sarah-salvadore
In this episode of Bsing with Sean K, Sean Kneese BSes with Eryk Kai, the Poet about: literature, creativity, drama, the human psyche, archetypes, the contemporary human condition, social media, fame, and of course poetry. Eryk Kai also reads a couple of his satirical pieces about social media for the listeners.
This episode of BSing with Sean K focuses on the NYC based improv Meet Up group: Improv Now. Sean Kneese talks with improvisers: Steve Ling, Andrew Abramson, Jude Manik, and F. Joel Price. Sean Kneese also talks about his own experiences with improv and reminisces with his guests about the fun times they've had performing at the Triple Crown Theatre together.
In this episode Sean Kneese talks to actvist and blogger @asian_soph of @mixedpresent. Soph talks about her experience growing up as a multi-racial person and how she got involved with @mixedpresent. Other topics discussed include race, identity, health care, politics, the economy, social issues and more.
In this episode of BSing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Joe Deeks and Ivana Raicevic about their upcoming short film “ L.T’s Theory of Pets” based on a short story with the same name by Stephen King. They also reminisce with Sean about their times staying together at the the 92y in NYC.
Link to Kickstarter for Joe and Ivy's film: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1621103703/lts-theory-of-pets-a-short-film?ref=project_facebook&fbclid=IwAR2EnSxfIpqJW8za17qb7_9o1YdinFzjIMM9tLkZvrei78rPx9f_Mksv-PQ
In this episode Sean Kneese BSes with Jenny from San Antonio, TX about life in her hometown, YouTube drama(SJWs vs Anti-SJWS), free speech, political correctness, religion and atheism. Jenny also talks about her Mexican heritage and Sean Kneese talks about his German and Russian-Jewish heritage This episode follows the true meaning of BSing: It is less of a formal interview and more of a long form "shooting the shit" format than other episodes. Jenny has chosen to remain anonymous and to only use her first name but not her last name and the BSing staff(Sean Kneese) has respected her wishes.
In this episode Sean Kneese talks to musician Glenn Berkenkamp. His main music project Mdrn Vkng combines elements of trap music, hip hop and death metal and deals with themes related to Norse Mythology and Norse culture Berkenkamp describes himself as a renaissance man who loves to rap, play drums and talk Norse mythology. Above all he hates racists of any kind and how they’ve hijacked symbols of Norse and Viking culture. Glenn is also in the bands Zion and In For the Night
In this episode, Sean Kneese talks to Annette Santiago and Brian Buugeng of the gothic metal band Cut Like This. They talk about their lives as musicians and circus performers and their interest in alternative music. Annette and Sean also talk about their time working together as background actors on the TV show Gotham playing Jerome's minions and trashing the Gotham Police Station.
Cut Like This website: https://cutlikethismusic.com
In this episode Sean Kneese talks to musician and composer of the BSing with Sean K theme song: Jason Gravley. Jason talks about his new music project Ven Perp, the progression of musical style over the years, why he gave up the stage name "Hideous", his new life as a family man and more.
Ven Perp bandcamp: https://venperp.bandcamp.com/
In this episode, Sean Kneese talks to independent film maker Christine Vartoughian . Christine talks about her film "Living with the Dead", her passion for film making, her upcoming projects and more.
In this episode of BSing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Johnnie Jae: founder and CEO of A Tribe Called Geek, a podcast and website dedicated to showcasing and encouraging Indigenous contributions to geek & pop culture as well as STEM fields. She talks about Indigenous Comic Con,, representation of Native American people in comic books and video games, the cultural differences between various tribes and the issues facing their communities today.
In this episode of BSing with Sean K, Sean Kneese talks to Colorado-based stand up comedian George Wagner. George talks about the comedy scene in Colorado, how he got started with comedy, his views on spirituality, the pros and cons of social media, his interest in music, and more.
Actress, poet and singer/songwriter Rachel Navarro returns to the show to talk about the new music video for her song “Sufferings in Sand” as well as a new short film she’s involved with entitled “Harmony”. Many interesting topics are covered in this episode including the difference between performing music and acting, the music scene today, social anxiety, religion, living a healthy style, writing lyrics with meaning, developing a connection with the audience and more.
Rachel Navarro's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/itsrachelnavarro/
Rachel Navarro's "Sufferings in Sand" Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhqp9Zx50BU
In this episode Sean Kneese talks to Singer/Song Writer and actress Rew Starr. Rew has been called a “Firebrand” by the New York Times and was crowned Miss Underground NYC. The video for her song “Alota mistakes” won the Akademia Music Award for “Best Pop Rock Music Video. Her song “U Suck “was featured on Bad Girls Club and was voted “Punk song of the Year” by Pirate radio on Treasure coast. She appeared on the TLC reality show “Love, Lust or Run w/ Stacy London and has acted in many independent films and plays. Rew talks about her life on the road, her passion for music, her experience teaching guitar, her adventures working on film sets with her dog ZsaZsa Gabone, her friendship with Joey Ramone and other interesting topics.
In this episode of BSing with Sean K: Sean talks to musician and film maker Patrick Flynn. Patrick discusses his band Spanish Dracula, his love of blues and folk music, and some of his current film projects. Other topics include: Woody Guthrie, Howlin Wolf, Tom Waits, politics, the film industry, and others.
In this episode, Sean Kneese BSes with political children's musician and animal rights activist Jamie Theurich. Jamie talks about his music projects Jumpin' Jamie and The O>matics. Sean and Jamie also talk a bit how they met working on television sets as background actors. Other topics discussed include: veganism, the 2016 elections, Bernie Sanders, gun control, the DNC, war, Hillary Clinton, Donald Trump, coffee and others.
Jamie's website: http://www.jumpinjamie.com/
In this episode Sean Kneese has a conversation with Atheist YouTuber and spoken word poet Mitchell Reynolds AKA Grappling Ignorance. Mitch talks about how he became an atheist, his poetry, his experience moving to the bible belt and working in education, and how he got started with YouTube. Other topics discussed include the left/right paradigm, free speech, echo chambers, talking to people with opposing views, political correctness, and others. One of Mitch's poems entitled "I Laughed" is played at the end of the episode. Subscribe to Grappling Ignorance's channel here: http://www.youtube.com/user/grapplingignorance
In this episode Sean Kneese talks to Jazz drummer Sebastian Beliard. Sebastian talks about moving to the US from Chile when he was 12 and how he became interested in music and martial arts. He also talks about how he's been becoming more conservative with his politics lately and how that makes him feel isolated from many others in the music industry. Sean and Sebastian debate many controversial topics including abortion, the prison system and others.
Sean Kneese talks with podcaster, journalist, blogger, rapper, and commercial/broadcast video producer Yusif Habib Amin for an end of the year episode of BSing with Sean K. Yusif talks about life in Spartanburg, South Carolina, southern food, being a vegetarian, the law of attraction, his career goals and other interesting topics.
In this episode Sean Kneese talks to spoken word poet, graphic novelist, disability rights activist and community organizer Eman Rimawi. Rimawi talks about how she developed an interest in writing, her experience performing spoken word at open mics, what it's like being disabled in the USA, and some of her upcoming projects
Check out Eman's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/emanrimawiandtheworld/
Article/BSing newsletter I wrote about Stark Reality Open Mic which mentions Eman Rimawi and her performance there: https://medium.com/@BSingwithSeanK/the-most-raw-open-mic-in-nyc-d87e39ff28e7
Documentary I made on Stark Reality Open Mic featuring Eman Rimawi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0AoZCXBcxdU
In this episode Sean Kneese talks to actress Alexandra Rosario. She discusses her career, her experience immigrating to the U.S. from the Dominican Republic, her advice for other actors/actresses and her recent projects she's been working on.
Alexandra's website: http://www.iamalexandrarosario.com/
In this episode, Sean Kneese talks to writer and visionary poet Luke Lee. Lee talks about his experience moving to the United States from South Korea as a young child and how that influenced his writing, his views on currents events, his life as a poet and his goals for the future. Luke Lee also reads a poem of his for the audience entitled "Sex".
Luke's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/poetrybylee/
In this episode, Sean Kneese interviews spoken word poet and founder/host of the Stark Reality Open Mic Night: Viviana Duncan. Viviana talks about how her family immigrated from Buenos Aires, Argentina when she was 10 years old and how she developed a passion for writing and performing poetry as she learned English and "fell in love with the language". She talks about what being an American means to her and how freedom of expression is an important right to her. She also talks about her open mic night and how she got started with it, her experience performing her poetry, and reads one of her poems entitled "Beat" which deals with the topic of retirement and why she believes you should never retire if you are doing something you love. Other topics include the path of discovering yourself as an individual, what separates the artist from the rest of society and more. This interview was recorded at 353 Studios at 353 West 48th Street New York, New York where she holds her open mic night twice a month. Keep updated with future Stark Reality events here: https://www.meetup.com/poetry-370/?_cookie-check=JFgeKfYDFSpM1vFR
In this episode Sean Kneese talks to Pasquale Santoro Aka DJ Pat Pervert: punk rock DJ at Otto’s Shrunken Head and political activist/blogger. Pat talks about his early days as a homeless teenager in NYC, his experiences playing with his old punk band Deviant Behavior, the punk scene in New York in the 1970s and 1980s, the origin of punk and alternative music, the history of Otto’s Shrunken Head, and how he got started with DJing. Pat also talks about his blog and some of the political writing he does on it and his views about racism and injustice. Sean gets into a debate with Pat towards the end of the episode about whether hate speech is free speech and whether Nazis should have the right to march.
Link to DJ Pat Pervert's blog/website: http://tinyurl.com/ppevents
In this episode Sean Kneese interviews actress, singer, model and spoken word poet Rachel Navarro. Rachel talks about growing up in the Bronx and how she developed a passion for the performing arts. She also talks about some of her recent and upcoming projects she has been working on and reads one of her poems for the listeners.
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In this episode Sean Kneese talks to NJ based musician Rob Gonzalez of the bands Furnace Head, Dutchguts and Sunrot. Rob talks about his involvement in the local metal and punk scene in New Jersey, his experience playing shows, his passion for underground music, and his goals as a musician. The songs "Trigger Warning" by Sunrot and "Behind the Grit" by Furnace Head are played at the end of the episode.
Check out Rob's projects here:
Furnace Head: https://furnacehead.bandcamp.com/
Dutchguts: https://dutchguts.bandcamp.com/
Sunrot: https://sunrot.bandcamp.com/
In this episode, Sean Kneese talks to musician, poet, sculptor and painter James Arlowe. Arlowe talks about the process for his different art forms and his life as an entertainer. Check out his work here: http://www.jamesarlowe.com
In this episode Sean Kneese talks to Maria Alvarez and Natascha Beck of the New York based all girl punk band Jigsaw Youth. Jigsaw Youth are influenced by the Riot Grrrl movement, a feminist punk rock movement that started in the 1990s with bands like Bikini Kill and Babes in Toyland. Though the band is influenced by this music, they play their own style and do not wish to be labeled as just another Riot Grrrl band. The band talks about the punk scene in New York and New Jersey, their experience playing shows, bands that have influenced them, how they became interested in punk music, and their goals as musicians. Other topics include Kim Kardashian trying to be punk, the music industry, house shows, "fashion punks", and more.
In this episode Sean Kneese talks to psychedelic/experimental artist Andrew Abbott. Abbott talks about life as a painter, his time as a medic in the military, the influence behind his work, and his experience with marketing himself and participating in art shows. Check out his website here: http://allabbott.com/
In this episode Sean Kneese talks to Christian Gonzalez: founder of the French one man experimental industrial/electronic project Grosso Gadgetto. Christian talks about how he got interested in experimental music, the style that he plays, and the music scene where he lives in Lyon, France . Sean Kneese also plays a track from Gross Gadgetto entitled "Game Over" at the end of the episode. Special thanks to Christian's friends: Grem Lins, Greg Crowley and Quiche Toujours for helping to translate for Christian in this episode.
Links to Christian's Music: https://soundcloud.com/grossogadgetto-1
https://soundcloud.com/grossotoprod
In this episode Sean Kneese interviews Chris Palmieri: puppeteer, actor, voice actor, and animal rights activist. He has performed his puppetry with the Toy Museum of New York in Brooklyn, NY and Field Station: Dinosaurs in Leonia, NJ. Chris talks about how he got involved with puppetry and what he enjoys about it. He also talks about his interest in animal rights activism and veganism. Chris's website: http://chrispalmieri.weebly.com/ Chris's YouTube channel: http://chrispalmieri.weebly.com/
In this episode Sean Kneese talks to stand up comedian and fellow Kean University graduate Danish Maqbool. Danish tells us about his experience growing up as a Pakistani-American in New Jersey and how his life changed after 9/11. He describes how that experience has influenced his comedy and how he became interested in performing stand up in the first place.
In this episode Sean Kneese interviews stand up comedian Nathan Anderson. Nathan talks about his experiences playing gigs around the U.S., the inspiration behind his comedy, his goals as a comedian, his fascination with nerd culture and his lack of interest in sports.
http://www.nathananderson.nyc
In this episode Sean Kneese interviews NJ based singer/songwriter Dylan Young. Dylan talks about his new album "How it Felt" that is available on ITunes, the NJ music scene and his life as a musician.
http://www.dyoungnj.com/
In this episode Sean Kneese interviews jazz singer, artist and actress Ava Suzuki. Ava talks about her passion for music, how she became interested in Jazz and films from the 1940s, her interest in acting and graphic design and the cultural differences between the US and her home country Japan. Ava also asks Sean a few questions and gets him to open up about his acting and other interests.
In this episode, Sean Kneese BSes with singer/songwriter and actor ROSTAFA from West Orange, NJ. ROSTAFA talks about an upcoming benefit concert on July 2 in Garwood, NJ that he helped set up with other local artists The benefit is entitled "Music that Matters" and the proceeds will go to the Charles Seller Foundation, a nonprofit organization that sets up theatrical productions to raise money for people who are struggling with paying their medical bills. Rostafa is also acting in the organization's production of "Footloose" which will be running from August 4-13th at Bloomfield High School in Bloomfield, NJ.
Charles Seller Foundation:
Http://www.charlessellerfoundation.org
Buy tickets for "Music that Matters"
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2561694
In this episode Sean Kneese talks to author, musician, blogger and paranormal enthusiast Mark Anthony Wyatt. Wyatt talks about his new book "Wyatt's Weird World," a collection of memoirs and stories about his experiences with the paranormal and his work as a paranormal investigator. Wyatt also talks a bit about his early days as a musician, parallel universes, the nature of time, and other interesting topics. Http://www.markanthonywyatt.com
In this episode Sean Kneese talks to singer, songwriter and guitarist Elizabeth Schall. Schall has been involved in the metal scene since 2003. Most recently she has been the vocalist and guitarist of the death metal band Dreaming Dead as well as the guitarist of the California based grindcore band Cretin. Prior to that she was involved with the death metal band Winterthrall and the all female Iron Maiden cover band the Iron Maidens. In this interview, Schall talks about her music, being a vegan, animal rights, her support for Bernie Sanders, the metal scenes in South America and the U.S., women in metal and other interesting topics.
In this episode Sean Kneese interviews Steve Ignorant: punk legend, activist and co-founder of the legendary UK anarcho punk band Crass( active from 1977-1984). Since Crass has ended, Steve has been involved in other bands including Conflict, Schwartzeneggar, Stratford Mercenaries, Current 93, Thought Crime, and more recently Slice of Life. He has also published an autobiography entitled "The Rest is Propaganda". Steve talks about how he's been spending his time volunteering for the Sea Palling Independent Lifeboat and saving lives at sea. He also talks about the history of punk in the UK as well as the music he's been working on recently.
Links for Steve Ignorant:
Main website: http://www.steveignorant.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steveignorantofficial
Slice of life on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SteveIgnorantSliceoflife
Order his autobiography here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/dimlo?section_id=17943275
In this episode Sean Kneese interviews Joe Pitonak: Bassist of the New Jersey based horror-punk band the Zombie Mafia. Joe talks about his music, punk scene in New Jersey, the future of punk music and his goals as a musician.
In this episode Sean Kneese interviews singer/songwriter Tom Hanslowe. Tom talks about his music, his talent for playing multiple instruments, his goals as a musicology major and other interesting topics. Sean and Tom also get into a fun conversation about old school punk and musically talented sociopaths.
In this episode Sean Kneese BSes with another Sean: Sean Rits about his music project "The Surprise of the Century". Sean tells us about how his band has a rotating door policy and about the music scene in New Jersey. Check ou his music here: https://thesurpriseofthecentury.bandcamp.com/
In this episode Sean Kneese interviews psychologist and hypnotherapist Lynda Marin. Lynda explains what hypnosis really is and how it differs from what we see in the movies and on television.
In this episode Sean Kneese interviews Mike Hickey AKA "Indigo Speaker" on YouTube. Mike talks about Hermeticism , organized religion, greed, inequality, the flaws with the law of attraction, magic, Wicca and other interesting topics. Mike also talks about the history of the New Year and the holiday season in pagan traditions and what its significance is.
In this episode Sean Kneese interviews independent hip hop artist Ghani Gautama from South Carolina. Ghani talks about his life as an artist, the hip hop scene in South Carolina, and other interesting topics.
In this episode Sean Kneese has a philosophical conversation with Amanda Sansoucie AKA "Itsherlook" on YouTube. Topics discussed include psychology, sleep paralysis, dreams, shadow beings, extra terrestrials, the environment, politics, and other interesting topics.
In this Halloween special of BSing with Sean K, Steve Craig returns once again to talk about his new horror movie podcast "Splat Chat" that he hosts on Fangoria podcast network. Steve also talks about his horror film review YouTube channel Cinemansteve and his plans for future film projects.
In this episode Sean Kneese interviews Nico Moscoso of Scarlet Moon Online. Nico talks about tarot reading, astrology, meditation, politics, material wealth vs. spiritual wealth, paganism, magic, and other interesting topics.
In this episode Sean Kneese interviews Finnish politician and activist Vilja Lumme. Vilja talks about politics, art, sports, and everyday life in Finland.
In this episode Sean Kneese interviews Aepril Schaile: Astrologer, fitness instructor, poet, belly dancer, and musician. Aepril talks about the work she does with her website "Aepril's Astrology" as well as her many passions in life and how they all relate to each other.
In this episode Sean Kneese celebrates the two year anniversary of BSing with Sean K by bringing back on various guests that have been on throughout the show's existence including: Dick Coughlan, Hideous, Christopher J. Smith, Laura Daligan, Nelio Bugallo and others.
In this episode Sean Kneese interviews Marissa Martinez-Hoadley, guitarist of the grindcore/death metal band Cretin. Marissa talks about her music, her experience being a transgender woman in the metal scene, LGBT rights and other interesting topics.
In this episode Sean K talks to Andrew Kay, better know as Angry Aussie on YouTube. Andrew talks about his videos, his passion for comedy, his character Mr. Angry, his frustration with bigots and his views on life and politics in Australia.
In this episode Sean Kneese interviews actor and voice actor Al Mottram. Al has recently retired and has started pursuing acting late in his career. He has been on such popular shows as the Travel Channel's Greatest Mysteries and Animal Planet's Monsters Inside Me. Al talks about working in the industry, his experiences on set and his goals as an actor. Check out Al's website here: http://www.alm3.com
In this episode Sean Kneese talks to Laura Daligan: psychic/tarot card reader, Wicca expert and artist. Laura talks about what Wicca is, how she started practicing it, her artwork, shamanic drumming, animal healing meditations, tarot reading, paganism, and other interesting topics.
In this episode Sean Kneese has a philosophical discussion with Hideous of the No One Likes Your Band podcast. Topics discussed include racism in South Carolina, causes of prejudice, the meaning of life, Alan Watts, religion, spirituality, the difference between South Carolina and New Jersey, and the future of podcasting. Check out Sean Kneese being interviewed on Hideous's podcast here: http://www.nolyb.com/2015/06/episode-107-bullshittin-with-sean-kneese.html
In this episode Sean Kneese interviews Daniel Delafe: writer, poet and author of the book "Urban Jungle Mystic" Daniel talks about his life as a writer, the inspiration behind his poems, his involvement in Occupy Wall Street, his own spiritual journey, his views on 9/11 and the War on Terror, hierarchy in the U.S., the importance of art and its ability to reflect the times and other interesting topics.
In this episode Sean Kneese interviews artist Nelio Bugallo. Nelio talks about his passion for art, his life as an artist and his two graphic novels "ODDesaa" and "Revelations of the Pursuers Part I". Other topics discussed are Nelio's interest in paleontology, how "ODDesaa" relates to the issue of domestic violence, and how artists view the world.
In this episode, Sean Kneese interviews independent film maker, actress and founder of the film production company Vega Constellations: Christine Ann Vega. Christine talks about her current film she's working on "The Rage of Vixen" where she stars as a dominatrix named Viviana who knows how to kick butt.
In this episode, Sean Kneese interviews singer/song-writer Jessie Bridges. Jessie talks about her music, her life as a musician, and her experience growing up as the daughter of the famous actor Jeff Bridges.
In this episode Sean K interviews Australian stand up comedian Steve Hughes. Steve Hughes talks about his career as a comedian, his thoughts on the world and politics, as well as his own inner struggles and how he's dealt with them .
In this episode, Sean K talks to his friend Jake Thraen about various worldly topics including Tai Chi, NSA spying, privacy vs. security, Atheism vs. Theism, artificial intelligence, the future of technology and many others.
In this episode Sean K interviews spiritual teacher, inspirational life coach and health coach Christopher J. Smith. Christopher talks about his views on spirituality and religion, relationships, meditation, psychedelics and other interesting topics.
In this episode Sean K interviews singer/songwriter Daniel Sheron, founding member of the band Balto from Portland, Oregon. Daniel talks about his life as a singer/songwriter, the music scene in Portland, his time in Siberia, and other interesting topics.
In this episode, Sean K talks to his friend Shari Piontowskie of the Jersey City Peace Movement. Topics discussed include politics in Jersey City, homelessness and poverty in America, Gaza, Ferguson, and the militarization of of the police.
In this episode Sean K interviews Jan Frederickx/Jan AG of the Belgian political grindcore band Agathocles. Jan talks about the early days of grindcore in the early 80s and it's origins in the punk movement, his experiences playing shows, his distaste for sexist and homophobic bands, and his passion for the D.I.Y. punk/grindcore scene.
In this episode Sean K interviews vlogger, stand up comedian and host of the Left Wing Propaganda Machine Podcast Richard "The Dick" Coughlan. Dick talks about his life as a comedian, his experience at comedy gigs, his love for annoying different extremist groups, his reasons for being an atheist and his thoughts on religion.
In this episode, Sean K interviews long time sound engineer Geoff Gillette, who has worked with such famous acts as Sergio Mendes, T-Bone Burnett, and George Benson. Geoff talks about his career in the music industry and the album he is currently producing featuring the legendary Joe Pesci.
In this episode, Sean K interviews Jon Chang, the former vocalist of the legendary New Jersey grindcore band Discordance Axis. Jon Chang talks about the early days of DA and his experiences with his more recent bands Haiyano Daisuki and Gridlink. He also talks about his new graphic novel series Black Powder Red Earth.
Originally recorded and published on March 29, 2014
In this episode Sean K interviews Jason Gravley, AKA Hideous, the host of the underground music podcast No One Likes Your Band, which plays underground metal, punk and hip hop. He is also the guitarist of the death metal/grindcore/punk band M.E.H. Jason talks about what motivated him to start a podcast dedicated to promoting underground music and also talks about the music of his band M.E.H. Other topics discussed include major record labels, conspiracy theories, the underground music scene in South Carolina, police officers who abuse their power, corruption in politics, and other random stuff.
Originally recorded and published on October 17, 2013
In this episode, Sean K interviews Stephen Craig, independent film maker and one of the founders of the video production company Cynopia Pictures. Stephen Craig talks about his passion for film making and some of his company's current releases including "Sweet and Low", a combination of two short films, one directed by Stephen Craig and the other by Brian Macchiarelli and "Scumbags II" directed by Matt Kuchta. Website for Cynopia Pictures: http://cynopiapictures.com
Originally recorded and published on August 25, 2013.
Sean K talks to Alex Wawroski, who is currently doing animation work at Animated Story Boards in New York, New York.Alex talks about what led him to become interested in working in animation, how he became employed at the company he currently works at,as well as what led him to becoming straight edge and a vegan and the moral conflict he has when having to do advertising work for beer and cheese companies.Sean K talks to Alex