If it were up to me, I’d be a professional conversationalist. I love to ask questions, keep up with banter and connect with people through the art of speech. Below are some podcasts I’ve done, Audiotree Live sessions, and other recorded interviews.
Interview with Max bemis of Say anything
I interviewed one of my favorite artists all time. Very special moment for me!
Hooligan Hangouts IRL
Hooligan Hangouts is a live conversation series that celebrates the artist in their entirety by exploring their many passions. Our first IRL Hooligan Hangouts kicked off in April 2022 with Akenya and was recorded and produced by Maya Muerhoff and John Draughon.
Akenya is a multi-genre vocalist, pianist, composer, producer, and educator. Her music is an eclectic synthesis of jazz, hip-hop, soul, pop, classical, and world music. A proud Chicago native, Akenya has performed and recorded with some of the city's leading artists such as Smino, Saba, and Chance the Rapper.
I was invited by City Cast Chicago for an episode alongside A.D. Quig and host Jacoby Cochran. We covered municipal elections, LGBTQ healthcare, Hooligan Hangouts and sticker shock for COVID treatments and vaccines.
Our Strengths Help Each Other, with Hooligan Magazine Founders Morgan Martinez and Rivka Yeker
“The best pairs create together, and that's exactly what Rivka Yeker and Morgan Martinez do with Hooligan Magazine. The two founders talk about the early days of the zine, the meaning of "hooligan", geeking out and connecting with the artists they work with, the importance of diversity in independent art, and more.”
Audiotree is "An artist discovery platform, dedicated to helping talented up-and-coming bands be seen and heard. Audiotree Live, Far Out, Live From Lincoln Hall, Shows From Schubas and more."
In 2018, I hosted 5 Audiotree sessions with No Vacation, Cat Clyde, Nervous Dater, Faith Healer and Wild Ones.