Black & A Half

This week on Black & A Half , Silas and Samantha welcome back Jason DeLeo from LIT Immersive ! We dive into the wild world of immersive theater, where audiences step inside the action instead of just watching it. Jason shares behind-the-scenes stories, the challenges of creating interactive performances, and how Seattle’s theater scene is evolving. Plus, Silas recounts his trip to Nashville, a...

In this episode of Black & A Half , Silas and Samantha dive into the world of self-confidence, good lighting, and the unexpected depth of Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show. They break down the art of callbacks, the power of four key questions for stress management, and even debate the hidden dangers of using toilet paper as Kleenex. Thought-provoking, hilarious, and full of surprises—t...

In this episode of Black & A Half , we tackle land acknowledgments —are they meaningful or just performative? Then, we dive into life’s big choice points , parallel universes, and whether we’re all living in a Sliding Doors moment. Finally, we get emotional about food that’s so good it makes you cry (or angry!) . 🔥 Are land acknowledgments empty gestures? 🔥 Do small choices create alternate...

Episode 227: Yes, And: Building Community One Laugh at a Time In this episode of Black and a Half , we dive deep into the power of community, connection, and collaboration. From the quirky camaraderie of improv to the solo grind of stand-up comedy, we explore how different creative spaces foster relationships (or don't!). Along the way, we discuss personal growth, adapting to change, and finding j...

This week, Samantha and Silas discuss Tik Tok, AI in relationships, setting boundaries with partners, and what constitutes cheating in a relationship.

Samantha Rund returns to co-host Black & A Half. In this episode, they talk about fact-checking on Facebook, grief, and rededication. 

Interview with Writer/Director Zia Mohajerjasbi about his debut film Know Your Place, a Seattle based film. 

Interview with writer/director Nicole Riegel from the film Dandelion. 

In this episode of "Black and A Half," I sit down with the incredible Dr. Erin MacDonald, an astrophysicist, renowned science speaker, and the official science consultant for the Star Trek franchise. Dr. MacDonald also lends her voice to a character on Star Trek: Prodigy. Join us as we dive into the real science behind Star Trek, the distinction between science fiction and fantasy, and how Dr. Mac...

In this episode of "Black & A Half", I have the pleasure of interviewing Xenia LeBlanc, the talented writer and director of the short film "The Exposed." Xenia and I discuss her fascinating journey from studying acting across the globe to creating a captivating horror short film. She opens up about the dynamics of being in a filmmaking couple with her husband, Nicholas Acosta, and how they nav...

Episode 220: Action and Comedy on a Budget with Nicholas Acosta In this exciting episode of "Black & A Half," Silas Lindenstein sits down with the talented writer-director Nicholas Acosta. Nicholas recently premiered his new short film, "The Pickup," at the Dances With Films Film Festival on June 25th. "The Pickup" is an action-comedy about an Uber driver who inadvertently becomes involved in...

In episode 219 of "Black & A Half," Silas interviews the creative team behind the new horror film Wild Eyed and Wicked . Join writer/director G.S. Foxworth and cast members Michael Summers and Stephanie Esters as they discuss the making of the film, the allure of the horror genre, and share behind-the-scenes insights. Plus, hear their unique and entertaining answers to Silas's famous "Seven Qu...

Silas sits down with writer/director Stimson Snead & Actor Samuel Dunning to talk about their new film Tim Travers And The Time Traveler's Paradox.

Emmett Montgomery joined me to answer my world famous 7 Questons. 

Interview with David Lewis, co-writer and director of Fantasy A Gets A Mattress. 

Comedian Kermet Apio joined me for my world-famous seven questions. 

This week we interview the lead actress of the new film Colorblind, Chantel Riley. 

Australian Director Tom Danger joins Silas to talk about his new film, Sweethurt and to answer the world famous 7 Questions.

This week, we have 7 Questions with comedian Jaci Terjeson. 

Comedian Ken Hamlett drops by to answer the seven questions and to learn why Silas may have to move. 

Guest: Comedian and commercial actor Anthony Calderon.

Seattle Theatre Critic Jay Irwin returns to discuss with Silas his latest happenings as a live theatre critic and to listen to Silas' tale of a bad usher ruining his theatre experience at a recent production.

This week Silas got to sit down with the Cast of The Umbrella Man, a new South African action/comedy/heist film, while they were in attendance at the Toronto International Film Festival

Recap and Review of Emerald City Comicon 2022. Silas sat down with a fellow member of the press, Angela Rairden to discuss this years ECCC, the good, the bad, and the ugly. 

Nena Erb was the guest this week. Nena is the Emmy Award winning editor of HBO's Insecure.