Talkin With Tasha

In this special Pride Month episode, author and former librarian Kathy Anderson joins Talkin' With Tasha to discuss her new short story collection, Vamoose. We talk about queer representation, the importance of public libraries, writing characters who feel real, and why stories about older women deserve the spotlight. Plus, Kathy shares her advice for aspiring writers, her favorite books, and why...

On this episode of Talkin with Tasha + Trey: LostCast, Trey and I dive into Season 1, Episode 16 of Lost, “Outlaws.” We unpack Sawyer’s heartbreaking backstory and his beef with a mysterious boar. Along the way, we also discuss fate, guilt, and redemption. As always, the conversation also wanders into plenty of side quests, including AI, Eurovision, 90s music, tornaders, and the songs that still g...

In this episode of Talkin With Tasha, I chat with fantasy author Gabrielle Wanek about the inspiration behind her debut novel, Songs of Ash and Dawn. From mythology and video games to paranormal small-town stories, Gabrielle shares how she built her fantasy world and created her characters. She turned a passion project into the start of a 10-book series. We also talk audiobooks, fan fiction, stron...

In this episode of Talkin With Tasha: LOSTCAST, Trey and I recap Lost Season 1, Episode 15, “Homecoming.” From Claire’s mysterious return and memory loss to Charlie’s emotional spiral and shocking final decision, we break down all the chaos on the island. Along the way, we also dive into what we've been watching lately, early-2000s throwbacks, and other witty banter. Enjoy!

In this episode of Talkin with Tasha + Trey LOSTCAST, we break down Lost Season 1, Episode 14, “Special,” unpacking complicated family dynamics, emotional backstory, and all the island drama. You might even get a quick vocabulary lesson. But of course, we sprinkle in a little internet chaos, a little pop culture, and a lot of opinions. We talk “Bro Cruise” and Manosphere, and you know I still snea...

In this episode of Talkin With Tasha, I chat with comedy writer and Gold Comedy founder Lynn Harris about her journey from journalism to stand-up to building a platform that helps women and nonbinary creators succeed in comedy. We talk about the power of humor to spark change, the importance of community in creative work and how Lynn is helping reshape the comedy space. Plus, we get into plenty of...

In this episode of Talkin With Tasha, it's a celebration of some badass women in honor of Women’s History Month. Local Lou tells me about some fascinating, and often overlooked, women who helped shape Sioux Falls. From Louisa Gale’s 1875 reading room that sparked the city’s library system to trailblazers like Winona Lyon and Louisa Mitchell. This episode explores the women behind some of Sioux Fal...

In this episode I am joined by veteran entertainment critic, Bruce Miller for a spirited, no-holds-barred breakdown of this year’s Oscar race. We dive into Best Picture contenders like Hamnet, Sinners, and One Battle After Another. We also debate whether Timothée Chalamet will beat out Michael B. Jordan. Along the way, we also chat about the Winter Olympics, musicals, TV, and all things entertainm...

In this episode, Trey and I bounce from politics, pop culture, grief, reality TV, and a very messy episode of Lost. We unpack everything from the Epstein files to the enduring comfort of Catherine O’Hara. We discus The Traitors, Olympic season, and then dive headfirst into Lost Season 1, Episode 13, “Hearts and Minds.” Expect sharp observations, sibling-incest discomfort, Locke skepticism, and the...

In this first episode of 2026, Trey and I kick off the new year with a riveting Lost recap complete with pop culture tangents and queer TV discourse. From Stranger Things feelings to Heated Rivalry obsession, we cover representation, consent, hot hockey players, and why everyone on the island somehow has perfect grooming. This episode covers Lost Season 1, Episode 12 (Whatever the Case May Be), un...

In this special Christmas Eve episode, I am joined once again by French Fan Patrick to compare Christmas traditions in the U.S. and France. From when decorations go up and Elf on the Shelf to Christmas movies, food, gift-giving, and holiday markets. We break down what’s the same, what’s different, and what each culture finds a little weird about the other. So many festive moments in this episode!...

In this episode of Talkin with Tasha + Trey LOSTCAST, Trey and I break down Lost Season 1, Episode 11, "All The Best Cowboys Have Daddy Issues." It's an episode full of bad decisions and bad dads. Jack’s unraveling, Ethan’s lurking, Locke is still creepy, and Charlie? Well, Charlie is going through it. We also somehow manage to review Wicked, talk reality TV casting, and spiral into Boy Meets Worl...

In this heartfelt episode of "Talkin with Tasha," I welcome my good friend, Jenifer Wollman to share her incredible journey of adoption and family connections. From uncovering the truth about her birth parents to the emotional reunion with her birth daughter, Jenifer's story is a testament to resilience, love, and the complexities of family dynamics. We explore themes of adoption, identity, and th...

In this episode, Trey and I are back and this time we're dissecting LOST Season 1, Episode 10, “Raised by Another.” Claire’s having nightmares, there’s a sketchy psychic, and surprise, someone on the island isn’t who they say they are. But, of course, we throw in some pop culture tangents, spooky season chat, and we contemplate what makes a soup a soup. It’s another hilarious deep dive into the is...

In this episode, I chat with Sioux Falls content creator Wanderer Nicole about self-confidence, sustainable style, and building an authentic presence online. Nicole shares her journey from body insecurity to body positivity, her thoughts on influencer culture, and how she balances creativity with real life. It’s an honest, funny, and encouraging conversation about fashion, confidence, and finding...

Trey and I are back with another episode of LOSTCAST. This week we are discussing Lost Season 1, Episode 9: “Solitary.” We've got Sayid’s haunting backstory and his run-in with a French woman in the jungle. Our list of island questions just keeps growing! There’s plenty to unpack. Of course, it wouldn’t be a LOSTCAST without detours into Severance, Project Runway, Lady Gaga concerts, surprise tatt...

Trey and I are back...finally. To make up for our absence, we are covering it all this week: Project Runway hot takes, Backstreet Boys at the Sphere, and, of course,  Lost Season 1, Episode 8: Confidence Man. From Sawyer’s cons and complicated past to peanut butter and eucalyptus, LOSTCAST is back with plenty of laughs and side tangents along the way.

In this episode, Trey and I dive into Lost S1E7: The Moth! This episode includes discussions about Charlie’s withdrawals, Locke’s metaphors, and why Kate’s hair is the real villain. Along the way, we will also discuss respectful foot fetishes, shady morticians, and vintage game show tangents. What more could you want?

In this episode, Trey and I dive into Lost Season 1, Episode 6 — “House of the Rising Sun.” This one’s coming to you a day late, lightly edited, and featuring what might be my most unhinged intro and outro to date. Late-night recording was a choice. I’m honestly not sure what I said. Buckle up and enjoy the chaos!

In this episode, I chat with Chef April Johnson about all the good stuff: food (obviously), her journey as a chef, what it’s like to compete, opening a restaurant, and whether she’d ever jump into the world of reality cooking shows.