Just One More Thing: Recent Episodes
Norgie Montes De Oca-Metzinger
In this episode, I talk briefly about my experience with Theatre 121 and their production of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. I discuss the audition process, rehearsals, working with the orchestra, and all of the great people involved with this production.
For more information on Theatre 121, check out their website https://theatre121.org/
Follow them on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/theatre121woodstock
In this episode, I sat down with my good friend and frequent guest Shavez, to follow up with him since having a major stroke on March 3, 2024. We recap the events of the day, discuss his road to recovery, the long term affects on his speech, and his 8 (1 1/2) hour surgery.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, so I sat down with Brittani Gere (Family Advocate) of Women & Children's Horizons (WCH). WCH’s mission is to provide support, shelter, advocacy, education, training, and healing services to victims of sexual and domestic abuse, their families, their children (who are often primary or secondary victims), and the community. Their mission is achievable through survivor-centered work that includes strategic partnerships and collaboration. As advocates for social justice, they embrace the voices of diverse communities. They will consider any non-violent strategy that is consistent with their mission to prevent and eliminate domestic abuse and sexual abuse.
In this episode, we talk about WCH's history and mission, some of the statistics surrounding sexual assault, breaking the stigmas associated with sexual assault, advocacy for survivors, an educational pilot program for local schools, following up on the government funding cuts, volunteering, the Mardi Gras Benefit, upcoming fundraisers, the Nifty Thrifty Resale shop, and how you can get involved with this great organization!
Helpful Links and information:
- For more information about WCH and the great work that they do, you can visit their website wchkenosha.org.
- To see WCH's wishlist of items needed to help others, visit wchkenosha.org/wish-list.
- To make a donation visit wchkenosha.org/donate
- Check out this powerful video of a Survivor telling her story https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTppxnhfZco
- To view their calendar of upcoming events, visit https://www.wchkenosha.org/events/
- Follow WCH on Facebook (click here)!
If you or someone you know is a victim of Domestic Violence, help is always available. You can contact the great folks at WCH 24/7/365 at their helpline by dialing 262-652-9900 or toll-free at 800-853-3503. You can also contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-SAFE (7233), texting START to 88788, or chatting live at thehotline.org. Remember, you are not alone.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, so I sat down with Karen Fetherston (Executive Director) and Samantha Sustachek (Program Director) of BeLEAF Survivors. Who they are: BeLEAF Survivors seeks to provide a safe and compassionate environment to promote hope and healing after sexual assault by lifting, empowering, advocating, and fighting for survivors and their allies and, therefore the community as a whole. Additionally, through education, outreach, and collaboration we work to shift the culture that perpetuates sexual violence.
In this episode, we talk about the BeLEAF's history and mission, some of the statistics surrounding sexual assault, breaking the stigmas associated with sexual assault, advocacy for survivors, educating and spreading awareness, government funding cuts, the MeToo Movement, volunteering, upcoming fundraisers, and how you can get involved with this great organization!
- For more information about BeLEAF Survivors and the great work that they do, you can visit their website beleafsurvivors.org.
- Interested in being a volunteer? Visit https://beleafsurvivors.org/how-to-help/
- To make a donation visit beleafsurvivors.org/donate/
- Wanna wear some sweet BeLEAF Survivors merch? Visit www.bonfire.com/store/beleaf-survivors/
- Follow BeLEAF Survivors on Facebook (click here)!
If you or someone you know is a victim of Sexual Assault, help is always available. You can contact the great folks at BeLEAF Survivors 24/7/365 at their helpline by dialing 262-637-7233. You can also contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE.
In this episode, I sat down with my good friend and frequent guest Shavez, for what I think is going to be a light and laugh filled chat. Little did I know, Shavez would give his harrowing account of a serious and frightening ordeal that began last week Saturday morning. This topic was not planned ahead of time, nor did I have any knowledge of the situation before this episode. I heard this story for the first time as you're about to, in real time.
This episode contains strong language and content that may be upsetting to some listeners.
He's back! Former guest & good friend Matt Spechtreturned for another fun chat. In this episode, we talked about Avenue Q, Matt gives an in depth look at how to prepare for theatre auditions, we break out terrible impressions of Jimmy Stewart and Billy Bob Thorton (Slingblade), and we discuss his upcoming live performance on Friday, March 15th from 6PM - 9PM at Social on Sixth with Zachary Scot Johnson for an evening of acoustic entertainment! No cover, and ALL proceeds benefit Women and Children's Horizons of Kenosha.
WCH’s mission is to provide support, shelter, advocacy, education, training, and healing services to victims of sexual and domestic abuse, their families, their children (who are often primary or secondary victims), and the community. Their mission is achievable through survivor-centered work that includes strategic partnerships and collaboration. As advocates for social justice, they embrace the voices of diverse communities. They will consider any non-violent strategy that is consistent with their mission to prevent and eliminate domestic abuse and sexual abuse.In this episode, we talk about the epidemic of Domestic Violence, the sobering statistics surrounding this problem, breaking the stigmas, what we can do to help victims, volunteering, and items they are in need of.
Helpful Links and information:
- For more information about WCH and the great work that they do, you can visit their website wchkenosha.org.
- To see WCH's wishlist of items needed to help others, visit wchkenosha.org/wish-list.
- To make a donation visit wchkenosha.org/donate
- Follow WCH on Facebook (click here)!
If you or someone you know is a victim of Domestic Violence, help is always available. You can contact the great folks at WCH 24/7/365 at their helpline by dialing 262-652-9900 or toll-free at 800-853-3503. You can also contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-SAFE (7233), texting START to 88788, or chatting live at thehotline.org.
Back by popular demand, I sit down with my friend and previous guest, Shavez. In this episode, we talk about Halloween, Christmas starting way too early, our favorite Thanksgiving foods, TV, Movies, Sports, and people who go to concerts and weddings and record with their phones.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, so I sat down with Jennifer Paine (Executive Director) and Kirsten Sova (Rapid Rehousing Coordinator) of Women & Children's Horizons (WCH). WCH’s mission is to provide support, shelter, advocacy, education, training, and healing services to victims of sexual and domestic abuse, their families, their children (who are often primary or secondary victims), and the community. Their mission is achievable through survivor-centered work that includes strategic partnerships and collaboration. As advocates for social justice, they embrace the voices of diverse communities. They will consider any non-violent strategy that is consistent with their mission to prevent and eliminate domestic abuse and sexual abuse.In this episode, we talk about the epidemic of Domestic Violence, the sobering statistics surrounding this problem, breaking the stigmas, what we can do to help victims, volunteering, and items they are in need of. Helpful Links and information:1. For more information about WCH and the great work that they do, you can visit their website wchkenosha.org. 2. To see WCH's wishlist of items needed to help others, visit wchkenosha.org/wish-list. 3. To make a donation visit wchkenosha.org/donate 4. Follow WCH on Facebook (click here)!
If you or someone you know is a victim of Domestic Violence, help is always available. You can contact the great folks at WCH 24/7/365 at their helpline by dialing 262-652-9900 or toll-free at 800-853-3503. You can also contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-SAFE (7233), texting START to 88788, or chatting live at thehotline.org.
In this episode, I deliver a Monalogue about a certain individual who can't stop playing the victim and trying to crap on good people.
I had the privilege of sitting down with Robert Stevens and Lily Karnes of Just Live, Inc., whose mission is "to provide suicide prevention education to our community, financial support to related supportive organizations, and emotional support to anyone affected by suicide, depression, and mental illness, so that others may Just Livemore positively."
In this episode, we talk about mental illness and the public health crisis that is suicide. We also discuss statistics related to suicide, the stigma around talking about it, and ways that we can breakthrough the barriers of the uncomfortable topic.
Just Live, Inc. is a nonprofit organization. To find out more about the work that they do, please visit www.justliveinc.org. For a list of local, state, and national resources visit www.justliveinc.org/resources.html. Just Live, Inc's 14th Annual Labor of Love Music Festival is right around the corner. For information regarding the festival, visit www.justliveinc.org/labor-of-love.html. For contact information, visit www.justliveinc.org/contact-us.html. You can follow Just Live, Inc. on Facebook (www.facebook.com/JustLiveInc/) and Instagram (www.instagram.com/just.liveinc/)
*Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions about a topic that some listeners may find disturbing. Please exercise extreme caution when listening to this episode around others, especially children, or anyone who may be sensitive to the this topic.***
Suicide effects us all. You are not alone. If you or someone you know has a mental illness, is struggling emotionally, or has concerns about their mental health, there are ways to get help. Call 911 if you or someone you know is in immediate danger or go to the nearest emergency room. You can also call or text 988, or visit their website (https://988lifeline.org/) to get more information or chat with someone 24/7/365. You don't have to fight this battle alone. Please reach out to someone.
I sat down with volunteers of HOPE Safehouse Animal Shelter in Racine, WI to talk about their history, their mission, and how you can get involved.
In this episode, I chat with my guests Reggie Reynolds (Director) Natalie Colgan (Music Director), and Colin Halliday (King Arthur) about PM&L Theatre's production of Monty Python's Spamalot, their theatre experiences, and subject them to the 15 question Colbert Questionert!
I give you an update following my last episode regarding my fallout with The Racine Theatre Guild, I have chat with my good friend about his music producing hobby, and I make a bombshell announcement. NSFW.
Music by: The Beigy One
In this episode, I share my side of the story regarding my fall out with the Racine Theatre Guild. I take you through a timeline starting with my first show in 2005, all the way to the present day, and how things happened from my own point of view. NSFW.
I sat down with Beauty (Jamie Fry) & the Beast (Aaron Kohlmeier) to discuss their roles in LSP's production of Beauty & the Beast at the historic Rhode Center for the Arts. Also joining us are husband and wife directing duo Bryan & Chynna Chung, Music and Stage directors respectively, to talk about what this show has been like to produce on the stage. Lastly, Katie Gray, President of the Board of Directors for Lakeside Players, talks about her history with LSP, and the implications of the historic run of this production!
I sit down with my good friend Matt Specht, and talk about theatre, movies, and his upcoming fundraiser for Women and Children's Horizons
I sat down at Racine Theatre Guild and chatted with Joycelyn Fish (Marketing Director) and Doug Instenes (Managing Artistic Director). In our conversation we talked about the history of Racine Theatre Guild, its social media footprint, COVID-19's effect on the way shows are done, the state of the outreach program, diversity in casting shows, and what's next on the season's docket for RTG.
In the first full episode, I talk about my mother, who passed away on May 3rd, 2022, and the events and circumstances leading up to her passing.