Julie and Laura pack up their bags, login, and ford the rivers of creativity and originality! Each episode will have a guest that follows an Original Trail. Guests from all over and different disciplines forge an original trail in life and go down unexpected paths. Laura and Julie coversate with playwrights, filmmakers, business owners, authors, and many more. The perfect podcast for someone wanting to go down their own Original Trail.
On this month's episode, Laura and Julie talk with each other about their previous and upcoming creative works, how rapid changes influenced their direction, and what is next. Julie Snyder is an accomplished actor, writer, moderator, producer and book influencer. Laura Irene Young is a writer, director, actor, and teacher.
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7 Apr 2025
Kelly Trumbull
On this month's episode, Laura and Julie speak with Kelly Trumbull, a multidisciplinary theatre artist. Kelly Trumbull's first play, Morning Reckoning. had its first full length run at University of Pittsburgh. The three discuss Kelly's inspiration, process to get it produced, and the adrenaline of trying something new.
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3 Mar 2025
Trenell Mooring
On this month's episode, Laura and Julie speak with Trenell Mooring, actor, historical costumer, and cosplayer. Trenell discusses her inspiration, her distractions, and her biggest wins. Laura and Julie discuss a moment of transition and what is next for them.
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3 Feb 2025
Tina Evans
On this month's episode, Laura and Julie speak with Tina Evans, founder of Tap into Theater Academy and writer of children's book Typical Tina: Goes to the SpecTAPulars. They discuss opening a business with a new and specific vision, writing a children's book and the inspiration, Laura's failed attempt to try pottery, and Julie's successful attempt at bread making.
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2 Dec 2024
Lindsay Vrab
Laura and Julie interview Lindsay Vrab, Co-Founder and Director of Production of Show Before the Show, on finding balance and valuing projects in the ever-evolving entertainment industry.
4 Nov 2024
Amber Neilson
On this month's episode, Laura and Julie talk to Amber Neilson, an immersive experiences director specializing in haunts, children's theater, and living history. The three discuss the importance of collaboration, trust, and appreciation within the arts and creating new experiences for audiences.
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7 Oct 2024
Angela Bodnar
On this month's episode, Laura and Julie talk to Angela Bodnar about Anacua House, an independent online housewares boutique. Angela discusses her need for more creative work, adjusting her life to fulfill her life's mission and her family's needs.
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10 Sept 2024
Tuwanda Chandler
On this month's episode, Laura and Julie talk to fashion designer, seamstress, and cosplayer, Tuwanda Chandler. She talks about big moves, getting your name out
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5 Aug 2024
Don Michael Mendoza
On this month's episode, Laura and Julie talk to producer and performer, Don Michael Mendoza. They discuss his journey to becoming a producer, starting over in a new city, and how things circle back to you.
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15 Jul 2024
Susanne McDonald
Laura and Julie talk about processing grief through art with filmmaker, director, and writer, Susanne McDonald. She discusses her latest film Trivial Pursuit. This episode contains talks of depression, racial inequities, and suicide. Julie and Laura recognize that this discussion may not be for everyone. If these subjects are not for you, stay tuned for next week's episode. We also discuss the value of creating your own work and how each creative needs to value their own career and process.
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1 Jul 2024
Lindsay Surmacz
Laura and Julie are joining the circus this week while talking to actor, filmmaker, and circus educator, Lindsay Surmacz. They discuss how dreams will always come back around, how having many interests can help you achieve your goals, and elevating where you live with your art.
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17 Jun 2024
Desiree Lambert
Laura and Julie talk with creative and creative business owner, Desiree Lambert. They discuss her inspiration behind starting her company and how she deals with the ups and downs of the industry.
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3 Jun 2024
Dina Najjar
In the first episode of Original Trail, you are introduced to your co hosts, Laura and Julie. Laura and Julie talk with writer, director, and stylist, Dina Najjar. She discusses her inspiration to begin her business, make her own films, and how to prioritize projects. Book recommendations and and priority resets abound in this first episode that leave Laura and Julie wondering, how can I make time for the things that truly matter.
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15 May 2024
Introducing: Original Trail
Julie and Laura pack up their bags, login, and ford the rivers of creativity and originality! Each episode will have a guest that follows an Original Trail. Guests from all over and different disciplines forge an original trail in life and go down unexpected paths. Laura and Julie coversate with playwrights, filmmakers, business owners, authors, and many more. The perfect podcast for someone wanting to go down their own Original Trail.
★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ (https://www.patreon.com/thetridentnetwork)
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