To a Certain Degree

There's a little bit of snark in the shirts and other products from Swan City Orlando, so it should come as no surprise to get some of that same sense of humor in this episode with Andrew Chang. As the CSO (Chief Swan Officer), he is the brains and brawn behind the bird-based business.

Get educated on the finer points of teaching, improv, and more on this episode of Odd Numbers featuring Jillian McManus. She teaches at a local middle school, and she does improv all over. That's professional improvised shows, and she also just improvs real life too. Like we all do.

Enjoy this episode with Kris Zara. Not because I told you to, but because she’s really funny and gracious. Along with being a nursing student, parent, and many other nouns, she’s a regular performer in Black Cow Jumps, an experimental theater project here in central Florida.

Orlando artist Kelly Joy Ladd returns to the WPRK studio for Episode 20 of Odd Numbers. The theme for the show is (are?) things that bring us joy, so we discuss decluttering, magic ice cream makers, Radiohead, disdain for rodeos, and much more.

What secrets lie buried in the treaties of man? Guest Erik Deckers asked this question and came up with his new book, Mackinac Island Nation. It’s a satirical look at the government and islands. And Michigan. And how to pronounce things.

On this episode of Odd Numbers, we get to the bottom of Uncomfortable Brunch with hosts/curators Joshua David Martin and Kat Whitacre. The long-running monthly film event is moving venues but will continue making people cringe with movies that feature topics that are not dinner table topics. They are, however, perfect for the brunch crowd!

Author Rebecca Renner is on this episode of To a Certain Degree. While she doesn't just write about Florida, she's passionate about the environment and the sometimes inaccurate portrayal of the sunshine state and its residents. Listen as we discuss that, plan an Instagram petting zoo, and her journey to becoming a writer.

No matter how passionate you are for your passion project, there are going to be some challenges along the way. Take starting an opera company, for example. Sounds easy, right? It doesn’t, and it wasn’t, but Nicole Dupre is celebrating two years as the creative director of Opera del Sol. The non-profit is her love letter to a genre that typically doesn’t get a lot of love, and she’s learned a lot...

Right brain. Left brain. Why choose? Examples of artists who can math and engineers who write music abound, so let’s get rid of this limiting labeling system. Mehnaz Khan is a great example of thinking with both hemispheres. She initially went into the business and IT world, and is now painting and designing spaces. Take a listen to how she got there!

Banks Helfrich returns to the WPRK studio, and we recycle very few of the jokes from his first appearance. In fact, it's 100% all new. This episode of Odd Numbers had the theme of connections, which not only ties into his show, Black Cow Jumps, we also realized that we have a connection dating back 25+ years. Thanks Fringe Festival!

Do words sometimes fail? Not if Nick Georgoudiou is interviewing Luke Balagia. Which is exactly what is happening on this episode. Luke came on the show to discuss his music, comedy stylings, and his first play, How to Eat a Bear, which premieres at the 2019 Orlando Fringe.

Caiti Patton is a local singer and songwriter, and we get to the heart of her creative approach on this episode of To a Certain Degree. The visual element of her music is something she takes great pride in as well, so make sure to check out her music videos for an added element of bedazzlement.

It wasn't until recently that Ryan Semple started pursuing art as a full-time career. You wouldn't know it from the quality of his paintings, murals, and illustrations. We discuss his journey from hobby to side hustle to calling himself an artist (something he is working on).

Crimes in real life: Bad. Crimes in books: Good! That is, if you like that sort of thing. If you do, then this is a good episode for you. Burrow Press publisher Ryan Rivas returns to the studio to discuss some of his favorite literary wrongdoings. Not like grammar mistakes or anything.

Orlandough is a local dessert pop up and custom order shop from Liz Doerr. How does she do it? When does she do it? How is it done?

Today is National Peach Cobbler Day! That's the inspiration for this episode of To an Abridged Degree. Hear from a few Orlandoans about their dessert preferences and which fruit belong - or don't - in desserts.

Favorite t-shirts seems like an easy topic, but there are a lot of nuances to it. All time faves? Just ones you currently own? Are they in the current rotation, or are they retired somewhere because they don't fit right now or are too embarrassing to wear? Victoria Walsh, who could make her own t-shirts with rope, is back in the studio to discuss her best shirts, and some local makers chime in as...

Hops. Delicious, nutritious, and healthy. Also, the subject of this episode with enthusiast and the man behind Florida Hops, Richard M. Smith. He not only grows hops and helps other people do the same, he's on a mission to bring more to Florida (where they were previously thought to be ungrowable).

This episode of Odd Numbers is brought to you by Asimov and Le Guin and Heinlein. Yes, it's a science fiction episode with returning guest Hap Aziz. He's as knowledgeable as he is polite. He may actually be from the future.

Visual artist Samantha Shumaker visits the WPRK studios to discuss her subject matter, sources of inspiration, and approach to life, the universe and everything. We also talked about Douglas Adams since it was his birthday. Listen, enjoy, and subscribe to the podcast!

Thirteen is always a lucky number if you get to talk to Bob Kodzis. One of the most curious and kindest souls you'll ever meet, he returns to the studio to discuss the power of putting yourself out there. Does he practice what he preaches? Absolutely! Darn the torpedoes, and don't worry about the perceived embarrassment, just take the leap and look out below.

On the second episode of To an Abridged Degree, take a listen to some very different paths coming out of high school. Italy, internships, and other i words galore. Guests are Lee Perry, Jesse James Allen, Ashley Renée, and Eliot Hillis.

Artwork doesn't always translate to audio, but a conversation with the artist often does. Kelly Joy Ladd sits down to discuss her transition from full-time employment to full-time paper-based artist.

Nick does a guest spot on WPRK's Sittin' Atop A Pile of Poop... And The View Is Spectacular! to talk typewriters. Listen to the clickety clack of little fingers.

The dozenth episode of Odd Numbers is love actually with Ry Perry of the Disclaimers Not Apologies podcast. He and host Nick discuss the Orlando podcasting scene, the Love Reloaded event, and many other topics of note.