New Septembers

In this episode, Darby talks about creative and personal growth, shame, and avoidance. She talks through her desire to eat the strawberries in her fridge before they grow mold, and compares that to her creative journey. Music: Groove Machine by Pecan Pie

In this episode, Darby completes her conversation with Jack Bragg, an actor and writer who is passionate about self-belief and manifestation. Darby and Jack discuss being a trans actor and the journey it has been for Jack to really love all of the past versions of himself, how to confront change with open arms, and the reasons why Jack has been loving singleness. IG: @jackdew1tt Music: Groove Mach...

This episode, Darby talks to Jack Bragg about his experiences in acting, writing, and social media. They talk about the differences in perceived vulnerability and the importance of being open to cringe. IG: @jackdew1tt Music: Groove Machine by Pecan Pie

In this episode, Darby catches you up (again) on life between the seasons, why she went MIA after szn 2 ep 1, and the importance of agency in your life and art. Choice is so powerful, and you deserve all of it. Music: Groove Machine by Pecan Pie

Darby is back with season two of the New Septembers podcast to catch you all up on life since season one ended. She talks about feedback she's gotten on her own creative life, about the importance of unpolished creativity, and about channeling the audacity of a mediocre man. Music: Groove Machine by Pecan Pie

This week, Darby talks about how we are all walking kaleidoscopes, something she mentioned in episode 1! She talks through how sometimes the creative life feels more like a hurricane than a kaleidoscope, and talks through how she's found hope in a new perspective. Music: Trendsetter by Mood Maze

In this episode, Darby acknowledges that the world feels like a hell hole and talks through how she's noticing everyone desperately in need of rest. Now put down your audition sides and go look at a tree or seven. Say it with me, what's meant for me will never miss me! <3 Music: Trendsetter by Mood Maze

In this episode, Darby talks about her experience in a play she's been acting in, and reflects on the idea that "life is too short". She talks about how speaking truth into existence can be a powerful form of manifestation, and how feeling shame over unaligned choices doesn't give credit to all you might've gained from all of the multifaceted mosaic choices you've made. W...

In this episode, Darby talks to Shannon Chavez (Shannon the Good Witch) about lessons she learned about manifestation through her book The Healthy High: How to Manifest an Ecstatic Life Without Burning Out. Shannon is a bestselling author, photographer, spiritual life coach, and the leader of the Pittsburgh branch of the Happy Hippie Foundation. Shannon and Darby talk about feelings of pushback wi...

In this episode, Darby talks to Shannon Chavez (Shannon the Good Witch) about Shannon's one year old debut book, The Healthy High, How to Manifest an Ecstatic Life Without Burning Out. Shannon is a bestselling author, photographer, spiritual life coach, and the leader of the Pittsburgh branch of the Happy Hippie Foundation. In part one of Darby and Shannon's conversation together, they dis...

In this episode, Darby invites Rachel Pfennigwerth to talk about her journey to New York and back, the value in living creatively in Pittsburgh, and trying to implement rest over FOMO. Rachel is a working actor in Pittsburgh who additionally teaches acting to public school students, designs sets for a theater performing arts program, and finds any way to squeeze acting skills into her work (or vic...

In this episode, Darby talks about how pushing through unreasonable expectations can sometimes result in a lower standard, and the importance of going with the flow as a creative. She talks about different expectations for actors and the ways that she has shifted her expectations for this season in order to align with and honor her current reality. What's meant for me will always find me! Musi...

In this episode, Darby talks about self care as a creative, and four different ways she categorizes self care. She talks about different challenges she has with different concepts within the world of self care, and why they feel challenging to her, specifically as an actor in Pittsburgh. Music: Trendsetter by Mood Maze --- www.allybartoszewicz.com NEWSEPTEMBERS for 10% off --- www.powerplay.myflod...

In this episode, Darby talks about her original hype team and what it's like to believe in your own first draft. She talks about the ways that channels her childhood best friends into her own self-belief, and how we all need more people in our lives to believe in us the way they did. Creativity requires safe and brave spaces, and our first drafts deserve to be shared as much as our final draft...

This week, Darby talks about creative vulnerability and the way that feelings of grief and confusion come with leaving things that aren't meant for you! She talks about how often being a creative means feeling like you're not good enough and also like you are amaaaazing, and how that complex feeling can be a lot! Let Darb know if you resonate in the comments!

In this episode, Darby talks with an old friend, Amberly Largusa! Amberly is a collaborator for the art brand People I've Loved in Oakland, CA, along with being the mom of two girlies and an avid supporter of creatives in the Bay Area. Darby and Amberly talk about the grounding nature of play and how sometimes the most magical steps for you are the ones that don't feel like there's a d...

In this episode, Darby talks about journeying through creative burnout and what it is like to come out of it. She talks through gentle steps, the importance of having a healthy relationship with yourself, and the ways that art never gives up on you. IG: @newseptemberspod Music: Trendsetter by Mood Maze

This week, Darby talks to Lauren Keller, and Pittsburgh-based cinematographer, photographer, and artist. Lauren and Darby talk about being adaptable as an artist, building up your creative community, and what it's meant for Lauren to return to old scripts. IG: @lil_lauren_keller Music: Trendsetter by Mood Maze

This week, Darby talks to a good friend, Ani Laderas. Ani is a New York City based actor, dancer, model, and therapist! Ani and Darby talk about the fluidity of creativity and the importance of maintaining a mind/body connection! IG: @aniladeras Music: Trendsetter by Mood Maze

In this episode, Darby is solo!! She talks about her journey into her own authenticity, what it took to leave a toxic job, and how she created and implemented her own plan to name herself an "actor". IG: @darb106 @newseptemberspod Music: Trendsetter by Mood Maze

This week, Darby talks to her long distance platonic soul mate Kiri West, an Indy-based graphic designer, creating art that encompasses all things punk and anime. Darby and Kiri talk about the power behind being an artist with a cause, exploring different avenues or mediums of art, and the importance of joy in art. IG: @westhouse.art Music: Trendsetter by Mood Maze

In this episode, Darby talks to Taylor Mezo, a Pittsburgh-based ceramics and jewelry maker, creating eclectic handmade ceramics in beautifully detailed ways. Darby and Taylor talk about the inspiration behind the geometric layering of their pieces and the different ways that Taylor balances art with business. IG: @tayloramezo Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter

In this episode, Darby speaks with Libby Haverstick, a speculative fiction writer who centers her work on fantasy and dystopian stories. Darby and Libby discuss libraries and why they are essential in communities, as well as practices new writers can implement into their lives to find their voice. IG: libbyhav (disclaimer that the audio was STRUGGLING in this recording but we did our best and are...

In this episode, Darby speaks with Sabrina McQuarrie, a Pittsburgh-based witch and artist who owns an ethically sourced crystal business called Sabrina’s Spells and Crystals. She is incredibly intentional with her work, ensuring that her business is eco-friendly, only sourcing from locations with fair pay and safe working conditions. Darby and Sabrina dive deep into conversations around ancestry a...

In this episode, Darby speaks with Leslie Benigni. Leslie is a Pittsburgh, PA based artist and creator who specializes in embroidery and upcycled fashion. She teaches embroidery classes in the city for beginners and runs a community group called the crafternoon club, where creatives can freely come together to work on projects and support local businesses. Darby and Leslie discuss fashion and the...