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#PoppaPank

Jaylene Clark Owens, Justin Jainpodcasters.spotify.com
Philly-based, multi-hyphenated, and award-winning actors Jaylene Clark Owens and Justin Jain take on all things Arts & Culture in this joy-forward and ever hilarious variety podcast. From current events, to childhood memories, #PoppaPank centers and uplifts BIPOC voices in the performing and visual arts. Their occasional Pop-in with #PoppaPank segments feature interviews with various industry professionals from Broadway & Hollywood stars to iconic Regional Theatre designers & technicians. Jaylene is a powerful Black spoken word poet and playwright. Justin is a fierce Filipino director and deviser. These dear friends are teachers and professional actors in the HotHouse Company at The Wilma Theatre in Philadelphia, not to mention artistic directors of their own companies. Every episode centers on a different theme, but all roads point back to the Arts and bringing a pop of pink into a world that can be very grey. Whether they’re trying to do a freestyle rap, or getting artistic advice from a guest, these two are gonna have a good time! Grab your Poppa Drank and get ready for some shenanigans as Jaylene and Justin get tickled pank (pink) on every episode of #PoppaPank!
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Episodes

#PoppaPank S2E29 | Not Rollin' with Every Role

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live February 3, 2021: As an actor, learning to say no to a job is a skill that’s cultivated over time. In this episode of #PoppaPank Podcast, we unpack what “role boundaries” means, while also taking a peek at upcoming Wilma projects, getting Tickled Pank, and as always, freeeeestttyllling!Follow us...

Feb 03, 202138 min

#PoppaPank S2E28 | 2021 and New Beginnings!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live January 27, 2021: It’s the first episode of 2021 with #PoppaPank and Jaylene and Justin have done some remodeling around the podcast! Join us as we test fresh material, catch up on what’s been Tickling us Pank, and play with new directions. And some Freestyles, of course! Follow us on social med...

Jan 27, 202152 min

#PoppaPank S2E27 | Christmas Eve Eve with Eve

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live December 23, 2020: It is Christmas Eve-Eve at #PoppaPank and we’re celebrating all things merry and bright. Join in the holiday memories and stay for the carols! We’ll have a special year-in-review, debut some new games, and of course save some surprises for on-air. Merry Christmas indeed! ...

Dec 23, 20201 hr 3 min

#PoppaPank S2E26 | Pop In with Brett Ashley Robinson!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live December 9, 2020: It’s a Double Whammy on #PoppaPank! Today, Dec 10, we celebrate our own special Holiday, PANK DAY! A day of joy, laughter, celebration, and all things friendship. Speaking of friendship, we are also joined for a wonderful Pop-In with Philadelphia Award-winning Actress, Dev...

Dec 09, 20201 hr 4 min

#PoppaPank S2E25 | Give Thanks Episode

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live November 25, 2020As Justin and Jaylene finish their #PoppaPank guest appearance with Theatre Horizon, they go out giving THANKS with this very special Thanksgiving Eve Episode. So brine the turkey, prep the sides, and sit back with a Poppa Drank as J&J share Thanksgiving memories, food, and ...

Nov 25, 202057 min

#PoppaPank S2E24 | Pop In with Danielle Leneé!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live November 18, 2020Ayyyye Ayyyye Ayyyye! It’s time for #PoppaPank with Danielle Leneé! Justin and Jaylene catch up, mask up, and keep the joy bursting at the seams as they spend time interviewing beloved Philadelphia Barrymore Award-Winning Actress Daneille Leneé. Stories will be shared, laughs wi...

Nov 18, 202055 min

#PoppaPank S2E23 | Pop In with Khalil Kain!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live November 11, 2020--We apologize for the audio issues--We’re ready to keep the good times rolling on #PoppaPank with our special Pop-In guest: film, television, and theatre celebrity Khalil Kain! We’ll talk about all things acting and writing, play some games, and celebrate the dawn of a new era!...

Nov 11, 20201 hr 10 min

#PoppaPank S2E22 | Keep Calm and Poppa On

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live November 4, 2020Take a deep breath with #PoppaPank as we take a short break from the anxiety of Election Day. In this Opening Night launch episode back on Theatre Horizon’s platform, we talk about self-care, catch up with each other, and introduce a new segment with PoppaDanceBreak! Follow...

Nov 04, 202059 min

#PoppaPank S2E21 | Halloween PoppaLunch

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live October 28, 2020It’s lunch time! So grab your #PoppaLunch and join us for this special episode of #PoppaPank in the afternoon! Justin joins us from inside the Wilma Theater Bubble so we get a #PoppaPoconos. We may even have some special guests! It’s also Halloween week, so of course, we’ll be in...

Oct 28, 202044 min

#PoppaPank S2E20 | October is HERE

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live October 7, 2020Can you believe it is Episode 20?! Can you believe it’s October?! Fall is in full swing! Join us as we get “Autumn-minal” introducing our Fall projects, sharing what we love about Fall, and giving some Pank Tips on making the most of Fall 2020 (and that extra hour). See you there!...

Oct 07, 202051 min

#PoppaPank S1E19 | Summer Finale Game Night

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live September 23, 2020It’s a Six-For-One Episode of #PoppaPank as we gather some old friends from episodes past to close out our Summer, tickle each other Pank, and play some games. Jaylene and Justin bring back acclaimed playwright and director James Ijames, Haas Award-winning actors and newlyweds(...

Sep 23, 20201 hr 10 min

#PoppaPank S1E18 | Pop In with Pat Adams!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live September 9, 2020Award-winning Philly Icon and pillar of the Philly Theatre scene Pat Adams joins Jaylene and Justin to talk about her career as resident Stage Manager at The Wilma Theater. We’ll also dive into her work as a poet and find out what has us all Tickled Pank. Come for the convo, sta...

Sep 09, 20201 hr 11 min

#PoppaPank S1E17 | Back to School - 2020 Edition

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live August 26, 2020It’s time for episode 17 of #PoppaPank! The JOY in this podcast is bursting at the seams as we get into what has us Tickled Pank and give you Pank Tips on socially distanced vacay ideas (while recapping our own)! We watch some thangs, read some thangs, and get ready to get b...

Aug 26, 202059 min

#PoppaPank S1E16 | Pop In with R. Eric Thomas!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live August 12, 2020It’s August! And Jaylene and Justin continue our summer special episodes with a very exciting Pop-In with award-winning playwright, author, and columnist R. Eric Thomas. We’ll talk about his writing, bask in what has us all Tickled Pank, and of course, play some games!Follow...

Aug 12, 202050 min

#PoppaPank S1E15 | HeyHey, JJ!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live July 22, 2020#PoppaPank is (Episode) 15! We got our learners permit and can’t wait to drive you to Giggletown as we talk about what has us Tickled Pank, a special and adorable Hot Topic, a new game (!!), and an interview with Justin about all things Jain. Don’t miss it.Follow us on social media!...

Jul 22, 202057 min

#PoppaPank S1E14 | Summer For Real For Real

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live July 8, 2020It’s our summer BREAK! Check in with us to see what we’ve been up to. Jaylene’s been running, Justin slept on the ground in a forest, HAMILTON came out, there’s a lot to cover. Oh, and of course, we play some gamez!Follow us on social media!InstagramFacebookTwitterYouTubeFind our liv...

Jul 08, 202057 min

#PoppaPank S1E13 | Pop In with Miriam A. Hyman AKA Robyn Hood!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live June 24, 2020Jaylene & Justin bid a fond farewell to Theatre Horizon as they close out their time on Horizon at Home with a VERY special celebrity guest, Miriam A. Hyman AKA Robyn Hood. Known for her multi-disciplinary work in the music industry, on television, and onstage, #PoppaPank dives ...

Jun 24, 202051 min

#PoppaPank S1E12 | Pop In with BIPOC Theatre Companies!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live June 17, 2020The UPLIFT Episode! Jaylene and Justin Pop-In with company members from some of Philadelphia’s most vital theatre organizations serving and empowering BIPOC communities & artists. We spend time getting to know Power Street Theatre, Theatre in the X, Philadelphia Asian Performing Arti...

Jun 17, 202057 min

#PoppaPank S1E11 | Pop In with Tianne King!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live June 10, 2020In this very special episode, Jaylene and Justin Pop-In with Creative Director, choreographer, and social media influencer Tianne King. We find joy in these challenging times, talk about art making and media influencing, learn a dance routine, and of course, play some games!Follow u...

Jun 10, 202054 min

#PoppaPank S1E10 | A Pause and Reflection

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live June 3, 2020In this shortened episode, #PoppaPank takes a break from regular programming to talk about the state of the world, justice for Black Lives, and share some moments of joy.Follow us on social media!InstagramFacebookTwitterYouTubeFind our live episodes on our Facebook or YouTube pages!

Jun 03, 202052 min

#PoppaPank S1E9 | Pop In with Anthony Martinez-Briggs!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live May 27, 2020#PoppaPank talks about the power of staying creative and interviews creative genius and Philebrity theatre artist, teacher, and musician Anthony Martinez-Briggs. Come listen to all the places this modern day Philosopher-Artist takes us, plus the fun and games you’d expect from Jaylen...

May 27, 20201 hr

#PoppaPank S1E8 | Fun and Gamez!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live May 19, 2020In this episode, Jussen and Jaylene put the focus on Fun & Gamez. We talk all things that bring us joy through friendly competition and battle it out in only the ways #PoppaPank can do. Lots of laughter in this one...all while wearing costumes!Follow us on social media!InstagramF...

May 19, 202058 min

#PoppaPank S1E7 | Pop In with Taysha Marie Canales & Akeem Davis!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live May 13, 2020#PoppaPank puts on their PoppaPJs and chats fireside with Philebrity actors and theatre artists Taysha Marie Canales and Akeem Davis. They all share memories, talk about the arts, play some games, do some freestyles and get into a Florida vs NYC battle! It’s a 4-for-1 episode you don...

May 13, 20201 hr 1 min

#PoppaPank S1E6 | It's MAAAAAAAAAY!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live May 6, 2020It’s a new month. The sun is out. Jaylene is running. Justin is painting. Catch our Summer preview episode along with some fan favorite segments.Follow us on social media!InstagramFacebookTwitterYouTubeFind our live episodes on our Facebook or YouTube pages!Next live recording: TBA

May 06, 202054 min

#PoppaPank S1E5 | Pop In with Daveed Diggs!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live April 29, 2020Just when it couldn’t get any better, Jaylene & Justin are joined by television, music, and Broadway star Daveed Diggs. They also get into some childhood memories, troubles with live streaming, and of course, WIGSFollow us on social media!InstagramFacebookTwitterYouTubeFind our...

Apr 29, 202058 min

#PoppaPank S1E4 | Pop In with James Ijames!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live: April 22, 2020In this very special episode, Jaylene & Justin are joined by national award-winning playwright, actor, director, & artistic leader James Ijames. Need we say more?Follow us on social media!InstagramFacebookTwitterYouTubeFind our live episodes on our Facebook or YouTub...

Apr 22, 202056 min

#PoppaPank S1E3 | We Made Some Songs!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live: April 15, 2020Justin & Jaylene have made some songs for their segments. Will they win a Grammy? In this episode, they get frank about their hometowns, talk about the new movie Bad Boys, and doing WHITE at Theatre Horizon!Follow us on social media!InstagramFacebookTwitterYouTubeFind ou...

Apr 15, 202057 min

#PoppaPank S1E2 | Dranks and Wigs!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live: April 8, 2020Jaylene & Justin are sponsored by Theatre Horizon! We honor this milestone by celebrating Taco Tuesdee, reminiscing about AN OCTOROON at The Wilma, and bust out some wigs from our collections!Follow us on social media!InstagramFacebookTwitterYouTubeFind our live episodes ...

Apr 08, 202056 min

#PoppaPank S1E1 | Welcome to Quarantine!

This is one of our bonus episodes, which we like to call #PankPopBacks! We will gradually release these older episodes until all live episodes are uploaded to this podcast platform. Recorded live: April 1, 2020Justin & Jaylene release their foolishness LIVE on Instagram. We talk about cancellations, food & drink, challenges, parties, and improvised poetry!Follow us on social media!InstagramFacebookTwitterYouTubeFind our live episodes on our Facebook or YouTube pages!Next li...

Apr 01, 202057 min
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