Listen to the third of three excerpts developed by the Food for Thought Project, a year-long writing lab for aspiring audio dramatists. And Eat It, Too was written by Ashley-Ruth Bernier. SUMMARY: Jolie, an optimistic and talented baker in an impoverished island community, finds herself at a crossroads when a high-stakes, hugely popular cake decorating show (think “Cake Wars”, etc.) decides to film its next season on island. As an intern on the show, Jolie inadvertently publicizes the question o...
May 13, 2022•29 min
Listen to the second of three excerpts developed by the Food for Thought Project, a year-long writing lab for aspiring audio dramatists. I'm Not Here Right Now was written by Shea Stanley. SUMMARY: Ella graduated college 6 months ago and is still living in her college town after her mom’s death kept her from moving away for a super cool journalism internship. Unemployed and friendless, she spends every day applying for jobs on her laptop at Doggy Style, a kinda bad hot dog joint known by drunk c...
May 11, 2022•17 min
Listen to the first of three excerpts developed by the Food for Thought Project, a year-long writing lab for aspiring audio dramatists. Crocodile Twins was written by Tori Grace Nichols. SUMMARY: LaLa is a rambunctious adoptee from the Philippines living overseas on an American military base. Rey is quiet and obedient, and likes to help at his family's Filipino food restaurant, Miraflor Bistro. They meet one summer in Virginia Beach and become close friends. LaLa struggles with feeling like she ...
May 09, 2022•16 min
Happy 2022! This is the first episode of this year’s season. I’m excited to catch you up on all of the cool developments that were happening behind the scenes over the last five months, and let you know what’s in store for you for the remainder of 2022. Stick around til the end of the episode and you’ll hear our new highlight reel -- audio fiction clips from various projects! Alright, here’s the newsflash – Artist Soapbox is evolving. We still have an interview podcast and we still produce scrip...
May 02, 2022•13 min•Ep. 153
Transcript: Hey friends, it’s Tamara here. It’s hard to believe, but it’s that time again when we shutter Artist Soapbox until next year. This episode is a very short year- in-review and update, but before that, I want to send a shout out to some supporters I haven’t yet thanked for their contributions to Jesus Pancake, our audio drama in development. Big hugs and thanks to: Laura Webb, Ken Wetherington, Jules Odendahl-James, J Evarts, Neal, Bell, Linda Kissane, Edith Snow, Barbette Hunter, Rebe...
Dec 01, 2021•6 min•Ep. 152
Regardless of your medium or genre, you’ll find this conversation to be a delight. Three aspiring audio dramatists share numerous writing tips, vulnerabilities, and encouragement to tell your story as they write their first scripted audio fiction series. In 2021, Artist Soapbox has been conducting a 12 month pilot program for aspiring audio dramatists graciously funded by the Mary Duke Biddle Foundation. In this episode, you’ll hear our three audio writers, Ashley-Ruth Bernier, Tori Grace Nichol...
Oct 25, 2021•33 min•Ep. 151
A delightful and practical episode with novelist Heather Bell Adams. Heather discusses her approach to historical research when writing fiction, shares tips for making time to write, and suggests ways to get back into the writing groove. Heather also shares two excerpts from her novel The Good Luck Stone published by Haywire Books in 2020. Heather Bell Adams Bio: Heather Bell Adams is the author of Maranatha Road (West Virginia University Press 2017), which won the IPPY gold medal for the Southe...
Oct 14, 2021•34 min•Ep. 150
Get your notepad ready to jot down the words and wisdom of Mimi Herman. You’ll hear writing tips a plenty and Mimi reading two of her very well-chosen poems. Mimi has the incredible ability to combine compassion, craft, and play in her teaching and her writing. You’ll hear her speak about writing in these extraordinary times and the value of taking a poetry nap. If you’d like a deeper Poetry Nap experience, Mimi Herman will be leading a Poetry Nap workshop at the NC Writers’ Network 2021 Fall Co...
Oct 08, 2021•32 min•Ep. 149
Enjoy this thoughtful, lovely conversation with short fiction writer, Ken Wetherington. You’ll hear Ken talk about themes in his writing, how he comes up with his ideas, his writing process, the value of a writing group, and more — including Ken reading two excerpts of his work! Please contribute if you are able to our Indiegogo campaign to support the creation of original scripted audio fiction: JESUS PACAKE: A NEW SCRIPTED AUDIO FICTION SERIES Ken Wetherington BIO: Ken Wetherington lives in Du...
Sep 28, 2021•28 min•Ep. 148
Rural West Texas, August of 1966. A skeptically hopeful fifteen-year-old returns home from church camp determined to uncover definitive proof of the existence of angels. The outcome of her act of faith yields lasting ramifications. by Amber Wood SHOW ME is the sixth of six short audio fiction pieces created and produced by North Carolina artists. Artist Soapbox Shorts were specifically contributed by the artists to aid in fundraising and to get everyone excited about Jesus Pancake, the new audio...
Sep 17, 2021•7 min
At the end of an age, a tale as old as time gets some corrections. “In the name of the…..?” by JoRose The Protagora (Or, the First Gathering) is the fifth of six short audio fiction pieces created and produced by North Carolina artists. Artist Soapbox Shorts were specifically contributed by the artists to aid in fundraising and to get everyone excited about Jesus Pancake, the new audio fiction series in development. Contribute to Jesus Pancake via our Indiegogo campaign! Listen to this short pod...
Sep 14, 2021•9 min
Two people on a first date contemplate “what is art?” By Brook Livingston North Gallery is the fourth of six short audio fiction pieces created and produced by North Carolina artists. Artist Soapbox Shorts were specifically contributed by the artists to aid in fundraising and to get everyone excited about Jesus Pancake, the new audio fiction series in development. Contribute to Jesus Pancake via our Indiegogo campaign! Listen to this short podcast episode for more information: ASBX JP is a G-O! ...
Aug 31, 2021•7 min
It only takes three minutes for a relationship to end. A suitcase. A cup of tea. Jasmine. Content Warning: Rated R for language by Ian Finley Jasmine is the third of six short audio fiction pieces created and produced by North Carolina artists. Artist Soapbox Shorts were specifically contributed by the artists to aid in fundraising and to get everyone excited about Jesus Pancake, the new audio fiction series in development. Contribute to Jesus Pancake via our Indiegogo campaign! Listen to this s...
Aug 27, 2021•9 min
Adapted from the short story “When the World Rushes In,” this scene finds ex-best friends, Val and Bonnie, unexpectedly reconnecting on a walk home in the summer of 1987. These thirteen-year-old girls navigate their way through an emotional and confusing conversation about Bonnie losing her virginity. The dialogue is both a barrier and an olive branch for the two, who share the experience of growing up inside a gated residential community in the rural south. CONTENT WARNING: sexual assault by Ed...
Aug 24, 2021•8 min
We’re never at our best when we’re hungry. But when Gabriel adds a late night rave, a drunken bicycle ride, and the heat of a Florida night,… Read more "Gabriel’s Last Ride: ASBX Shorts Episode 1" The post Gabriel’s Last Ride: ASBX Shorts Episode 1 appeared first on Artist Soapbox ....
Aug 21, 2021•10 min
A five minute update about what’s happening with Artist Soapbox. Hint: It’s all good news!!! Transcript Hey Soapboxers! It’s Tamara here. I’m so excited to connect with… Read more "ASBX JP is a G-O! (A solo update by Tamara)" The post ASBX JP is a G-O! (A solo update by Tamara) appeared first on Artist Soapbox ....
Aug 18, 2021•5 min
It’s the second of TWO solo episodes by Mara Thomas. If you haven’t listened to the first one yet, then scoot on back and listen to episode 146.… Read more "147: Overcoming creative inertia. Solo episode #2 with Mara Thomas." The post 147: Overcoming creative inertia. Solo episode #2 with Mara Thomas. appeared first on Artist Soapbox ....
Aug 09, 2021•14 min•Ep. 147
It’s the first of TWO solo episodes by Mara Thomas. Mara Thomas is the MVP or VIP of ASBX. She has contributed 26 blog posts, participated in… Read more "146: You are here. Navigating your creative journey thru the pandemic with Mara Thomas" The post 146: You are here. Navigating your creative journey thru the pandemic with Mara Thomas appeared first on Artist Soapbox ....
Aug 04, 2021•14 min•Ep. 146
How about a special summer treat? This episode is a short audio play for kids created by the Curious Theatre Collective. “In an effort to make our… Read more "145: Creekside with Winona: an audio play for young audiences" The post 145: Creekside with Winona: an audio play for young audiences appeared first on Artist Soapbox ....
Jun 30, 2021•17 min•Ep. 145
The Ink Project is “a global writers’ liaison that elevates the narrative of underrepresented writers & storytelling.” How do they do that and what does that mean?… Read more "144: Elevating unheard voices with Rimsha Afzal and Karyn Raynor of The Ink Project" The post 144: Elevating unheard voices with Rimsha Afzal and Karyn Raynor of The Ink Project appeared first on Artist Soapbox ....
Jun 01, 2021•53 min•Ep. 144
We cover some ground in this one! Writing plays and poetry, vulnerability and transformation, strength and gentleness, mental health and healing, and process, process, creative process —… Read more "143: Another avenue to healing. Poetry and process with Naima Yetunde Ince" The post 143: Another avenue to healing. Poetry and process with Naima Yetunde Ince appeared first on Artist Soapbox ....
May 18, 2021•39 min•Ep. 143
Dylan Bailey is a Raleigh-based theatre artist and arts educator. In this episode, Dylan talks about theatre for youth and young audiences as performer, teacher, and creator… Read more "142: Engaging young audiences with arts educator, Dylan Bailey" The post 142: Engaging young audiences with arts educator, Dylan Bailey appeared first on Artist Soapbox ....
May 10, 2021•48 min•Ep. 142
Storyteller Alexus Rhone is a writer, producer, artistic theologian and “revolutionary artist” devoted to candidly exploring the power of truth when ‘dressed’ in story. Her specialty is… Read more "141: Storyteller Alexus Rhone dresses truth with story to create a more compassionate world." The post 141: Storyteller Alexus Rhone dresses truth with story to create a more compassionate world. appeared first on Artist Soapbox ....
Apr 27, 2021•58 min•Ep. 141
Imagination + Heart + Audio Storytelling. Dive into a trio of treats with Giselle la Trent the Gazellephant, and Spotted, Blotted, Polka-Dotted: the Story of Peter the… Read more "140: Big feelings and big fun. Writing audio theatre for children with writer and composer Matthew Hager" The post 140: Big feelings and big fun. Writing audio theatre for children with writer and composer Matthew Hager appeared first on Artist Soapbox ....
Apr 07, 2021•43 min•Ep. 140
Have a tissue handy cuz this is the end. With final #6, ASBX has dropped all episodes of THE NEW COLOSSUS audio drama. Thanks for listening. ***… Read more "There goes my love. Episode 6 of The New Colossus" The post There goes my love. Episode 6 of The New Colossus appeared first on Artist Soapbox ....
Mar 31, 2021•24 min
It’s three years later for #5. Whew, it’s intense on the shore. ASBX is dropping all six episodes of THE NEW COLOSSUS via the Artist Soapbox feed.… Read more "The K-Rad Chronicles. Episode 5 of The New Colossus" The post The K-Rad Chronicles. Episode 5 of The New Colossus appeared first on Artist Soapbox ....
Mar 30, 2021•20 min
Three times the FUN in this fourth episode! ASBX is dropping all six episodes of THE NEW COLOSSUS via the Artist Soapbox feed. Here’s #4! *** Episode… Read more "Fun, Fun, Fun Day! Episode 4 of The New Colossus" The post Fun, Fun, Fun Day! Episode 4 of The New Colossus appeared first on Artist Soapbox ....
Mar 25, 2021•34 min
Listen to this and you’re half-way there! ASBX is dropping all six episodes of THE NEW COLOSSUS in the Artist Soapbox feed over the next couple weeks.… Read more "Tell me something you didn’t plan. Episode 3 of The New Colossus" The post Tell me something you didn’t plan. Episode 3 of The New Colossus appeared first on Artist Soapbox ....
Mar 24, 2021•21 min
ASBX is dropping all six episodes of THE NEW COLOSSUS in the Artist Soapbox feed over the next couple weeks. Here’s the second! *** Episode 2 of… Read more "What did you think of my play? Episode 2 of The New Colossus" The post What did you think of my play? Episode 2 of The New Colossus appeared first on Artist Soapbox ....
Mar 21, 2021•23 min
You’ve heard us talk about it, now we’re bringing it! ASBX will be dropping all six episodes of THE NEW COLOSSUS in the Artist Soapbox feed over… Read more "Try to like it, Mother, ok? Episode 1 of The New Colossus" The post Try to like it, Mother, ok? Episode 1 of The New Colossus appeared first on Artist Soapbox ....
Mar 20, 2021•19 min
