Explain Things To Me

Acupuncturist Chandra Scofield talks about Eastern versus Western medicine, the benefits of preventative care, and why her needles aren't scary.

Jo and Shannon talk about the inner workings of rescuing local wildlife, what to do when animals invade your home, and their favorite animal stories.

Planetary Scientist and science comminicator Meg Rosenburg talks about the recent surprising discoveries on Pluto and the possibilities of life on other planets.

Musician Simeon Pillich talks about the state of the music industry and some tales of being a session bass guitar player.

Novelist Francesca Lia Block talks story structure, her writing process, and how she became an author. 

Reverend Andrew Barnett talks about his views on life and protecting the planet through working with kids.

Organic spirits maker Melkon Khosrovian talks all things alcohol. 

Magician Brian Markenson reveals some secrets about magic, and an oral history of LA's famous Magic Castle.

Filmmaker Greg Aronowtiz talks about working at the top level of the industry as an artist, when Katrina hit during the filming of Labou, and what it takes to make it in Hollywood. 

Aerial artist Jill Franklin chats about the challenges of silks versus hoop, plus the influence of Cirque du Soleil on her and the industry.

Make-Up Artist and bodypainter Nicole Faulkner talks about beauty, tips, and her work on Ru Paul's Drag Race.

TV News Producer (and now director) Jack Ferry talks about how he got into his job during 9/11, how stories unfold behind the scenes, and more. 

Former Card Counter Amy Bandlien talks about how she got onto a team, the misconceptions surrounding card counting, and the extravagant comps the casinos used to give her.    Brad Gage http://www.youtube.com/BradGageComedy   Shot by Nate Cornett   Intro Video Graphics by David Marcus http://www.creativemotiongraphics.com   Music by Alexander Artnzen https://soundcloud.com/alexanderarntzen   Produced by Sienna Beckman   Sound by Matt Burgette   --   Explain Things To Me is magic school bus for adults, career day for podcasts, and a way for us to learn about what people love to do.        --   My clothing line - http://www.GhostAndStars.com Support short films & sketches - http://www.patreon.com/annaakana ­­­­­   Business Inquiries: AkanaActing@gmail.com or Tom Spriggs at The Coronel Group   ­­­­­   Facebook http://www.facebook.com/annaakana Tumblr http://annaakana.tumblr.com/ Twitter

Retired police officer Karen Lewsader talks about being a female on the force, her perspective on the controversial police officer/black male shootings, and what it's like to protect and serve.    Karen Lewsader http://www.   Brad Gage http://www.youtube.com/BradGageComedy   Shot by Eric Lombart http://www.youtube.com/EricLombart   Intro Video Graphics by David Marcus http://www.creativemotiongraphics.com   Produced by Sienna Beckman   Sound by Stephen Harrod   Edited by Danielle Billeaux   --   Explain Things To Me is magic school bus for adults, career day for podcasts, and a way for us to learn about what people love to do.        --   My clothing line - http://www.GhostAndStars.com Support short films & sketches - http://www.patreon.com/annaakana ­­­­­   Business Inquiries: AkanaActing@gmail.com or Tom Spriggs at The Coronel Group   ­­­­­   Facebook http://www.facebook.com/

Writer/Director Max Landis talks about the state of the movie industry, his own career, and how he fits into the entertainment machine. Maxhttp://www.youtube.com/uptomyknees Brad Gagehttp://www.youtube.com/BradGageComedy Shot by Eric Lombarthttp://www.youtube.com/EricLombart Produced by Sienna Beckman Sound by David Schatanoff Jr.http://www.dstudiosonline.com Edited by Danielle Billeaux -- Explain Things To Me is magic school bus for adults, career day for podcasts, and a way for us to learn about what people love to do.    

DOWNLOAD THE PODCAST: http://apple.co/19nKTZJ Squarespace! http://www.squarespace.com/anna Voice & Speech Coach Patrick Munoz discusses all things vocal.  http://www.patrickmunoz.com/   Brad Gage http://www.youtube.com/BradGageComedy   Shot by Eric Lombart http://www.youtube.com/EricLombart   Produced by Sienna Beckman   Sound by David Schatanoff Jr. http://www.dstudiosonline.com   Edited by Danielle Billeaux     --       Explain Things To Me is magic school bus for adults, career day for podcasts, and a way for us to learn about what people love to do.

Squarespace! http://www.squarespace.com/anna Politics Professor Caroline Heldman discusses apathy towards voting, the anti-rape movement amongst colleges, and more.    Brad Gage http://www.youtube.com/BradGageComedy   Shot by Drew Hamilton   Produced by Sienna Beckman   Sound by Matt Burgette   Edited by Danielle Billeaux     --       Explain Things To Me is magic school bus for adults, career day for podcasts, and a way for us to learn about what people love to do.

DOWNLOAD THE PODCAST: Puppeteer Victor Yerrid talks about the technical aspects of manipulating a lifeless object to bring it to life.    Victor Yerrid http://www.youtube.com/PuppetsNShit     Brad Gage http://www.youtube.com/BradGageComedy   Shot by Eric Lombart http://www.youtube.com/ericlombart   Produced by Sienna Beckman   Sound by Stephen Harrod       --       Explain Things To Me is magic school bus for adults, career day for podcasts, and a way for us to learn about what people love to do.

DOWNLOAD THE PODCAST:  Chef Michael Dunn discusses his theories on taste, why pigs are taboo in certain cultures, and in his own words, what umami really tastes like.    Michael Dunn http://guerillachef.tumblr.com/   Brad Gage http://www.youtube.com/BradGageComedy   Shot by Eric Lombart http://www.youtube.com/ericlombart   Produced by Sienna Beckman   Sound by David Schatanoff Jr. http://www.dstudiosonline.com       --       Explain Things To Me is magic school bus for adults, career day for podcasts, and a way for us to learn about what people love to do.