Snap Judgment

Snap Judgment and PRX
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Snap Judgment mixes real stories with beats to produce cinematic, dramatic audio. Snap’s raw, musical brand of storytelling dares listeners to see the world through the eyes of another. It's storytelling... with a BEAT.

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  1. 6 hr ago

    Feelabeelia: One-Hit Wonder? Snap Classic

    Hold onto your mullets! British drummer Nick Murphy and his band are overjoyed after signing a record deal with THE Quincy Jones in 1984. That is, until a chance encounter with one of the biggest stars in the world changes everything. And the story of a talented luchador who has an uphill battle to get the crowd and the press on his side. STORIES Feelabeelia: One-Hit Wonder? Hold onto your mullets! British drummer Nick Murphy and his band are overjoyed after signing a record deal with THE Quincy Jones in 1984. That is, until a chance encounter with one of the biggest stars in the world changes everything. Major thanks to Nick Murphy for sharing your story with Snap. Nick still lives in Leicester today and he’s continuing to make his dreams come true as one of the oldest students at De Montfort University, where he studies music technology. Produced by Regina Bediako, original score by Clay Xavier, artwork by Teo Ducot. Cassandro El Exotico Cassandro is an up-and-coming luchador, a professional Mexican wrestler. He wants to get to the big arenas. He’s got the talent, no doubt. But because he’s also one of the only openly gay fighters, he’s got an uphill battle to get the crowd and the press on his side. This story contains graphic imagery regarding suicide. Please take care while listening.  Thank you for sharing your story, Cassandro! Produced by Eliza Smith, sound design by Leon Morimoto. Season 17 – Episode 38 Join Snap+ if you aren't already a member! Get bonus eps every month, an ad-free stream and more.  Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

    Feelabeelia: One-Hit Wonder? Snap Classic

  2. 2 days ago ·  Bonus • Subscribers Only

    Dating While Native

    As a mixed-race Indian, Julian Brave NoiseCat has known his whole life that having children with a non-Native partner means they won’t be legally recognized as Indian. Producer John Fecile talks to him about navigating dating and love while staring down the barrel of legal extinction.  Read Julian’s bookWe Survived the Night. His Oscar-nominated documentary is Sugarcane (2024). The episode he made for Snap is called “The Census Powwow.” Produced by John Fecile and edited by Anna Sussman. Music by Pat Mesiti-Miller, Cheflee and Renzo Gorrio. Join Snap+ if you aren't already a member! Bonus eps, an ad free stream and more.

  3. 13 Aug

    Super Pizza Man

    A pizza delivery guy goes full superhero out on the job. And a husband trying to bring joy to his pregnant wife pays a high price to satisfy her sweet tooth.  Super Pizza Man A pizza delivery guy goes full superhero out on the job.  A huge thank you to Nicholas Bostic for sharing your story! Nick would go on to be awarded the prestigious Carnegie Medal of Honor; the highest civilian honor for heroism. He currently runs his own lawn care business in Lafayette, Indiana.  Produced by Bo Walsh, edited by Anna Sussman, original score by Nick Marks, art by Teo Ducot. Heavy, High & Far  A husband trying to bring joy to his pregnant wife pays a high price to satisfy her sweet tooth.  A huge thank you to Gastor Almonte for sharing his story with Snap! Gastor is a standup comedian and storyteller from Brooklyn. He’s also the co-host of the weekly comedy news podcast “The War Report” You can watch Gastor perform this story live for the World. You can also find him on Instagram. Produced by Bo Walsh, edited by Anna Sussman, original score by Clay Xavier. Season 17 - Episode 37 Join Snap+ if you aren't already a member! Get bonus eps, an ad-free stream and more. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

    Super Pizza Man

  4. 6 Aug

    The Shadow Side

    The dead man does not know the value of his coffin.  This episode comes to us from Mind Your Own! Mind Your Own is a storytelling podcast navigating what it means to belong, all from the African perspective. Join Lupita Nyong’o as she shares tales of her own and dives into the lives of real people finding their way in new worlds of every kind. Listen to and enjoy Mind Your Own on any podcast platform!  This episode contains strong language and graphic imagery. Sensitive listeners, please be advised. “Comeuppance” 12-year-old Lupita’s split-second playground decision haunts her for years. Produced by Regina Bediako & Marisa Dodge. Original score by Clay Xavier. “Graveyard Shift” John Kibera has found the hustle to end all hustles in Nairobi. The shillings pour in. But one day, a job goes very, very wrong. Thank you, John, for sharing your story with us. Produced by David Exumé. Original score by Lalin St. Juste and Sam Law. Translation by Salome Nduku. Voiceover by Ndungi Githuku. Special thanks to our fixer Michael Kaloki. Original Mind Your Own theme song by Sandra Lawson-Ndu AKA Sandu Ndu x Peachcurls ft. Ehiorobo. This episode also featured the song O.T.T by Rouge. Executive Producers: Glynn Washington and Mark RistichManaging Editor: Regina BediakoDirector of Production: Marisa DodgeSeries Producers: David Exumé and Priscilla AlabiMusic Supervisor: Sandra Lawson-NduStory Scouts: Ashley Okwuosa, Fiona Nyong’o, Jessica Kariisa, Lesedi Oluko MocheEditors: Nancy López and Anna SussmanEngineering: Miles LassiOperations Manager: Florene WileyStory Consultant: John FecileGraphic Design: Jemimah EkehOriginal Artwork: Mateus Sithole Special Thanks: Allan Coye, Jake Kleinberg, Samara Still, Sarah Yoo, Warner Music Group, and Afripods Mind Your Own is a production of KQED’s Snap Studios, with sales and distribution by Lemonada Media. Hosted and produced by Lupita Nyong’o. Join Snap+ if you aren't already a member! Get bonus eps, an ad-free stream and more. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

    The Shadow Side

  5. 30 Jul

    The Black Wind - All Systems Down

    Chase the storm until it chases you. Tornadoes! They don’t look like they do in the movies. When you’re in the path of one, all you’ll see is a wall of black wind. This week, Snap is heading directly into the monster’s maw to chase storms that should be left alone. Big thanks to Craig Wolter! Thank you, Windom High School… especially Sarah, Benny, and Danielle. Crystal Frank, another student on the trip, shared her home video with us. This story would not have been possible without her. Many thanks also to Sue, for sharing your story with us. Sue’s memoir is titled The Lake Turned Upside Down. Produced by John Fecile, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot. If you listened to our radio broadcast and want to find out what happened to the 24 people that shut themselves in a beer cooler to wait out one of the strongest tornadoes in recorded history, you can listen to the full length version of the “Eye of the Storm” story here.  Season 17 – Episode 35 Join Snap+ if you aren't already a member! Get bonus eps, an ad-free stream and more. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

    The Black Wind - All Systems Down

  6. 23 Jul

    Fire & Ice - All Systems Down

    Randy, the local surfing legend is in a one-man battle with the blaze at Sunset Point. Plus, the blizzard of the century traps four men on top of a Tennessee bald, frozen and hungry, but with a song in their heart. Sunset Point Randy, the local surfing legend is in a one-man battle with the blaze at Sunset Point.  Thanks to Randy and Andrew for sharing your stories with us. Thanks to the whole Sunset Point surf crew. Special thanks to Sonya Geis, Phil Richards, and KCRW. And shout to Los Angeles Fire Department Station 23. The heroes who put out the fire on Gladstones and fought the flames in the Palisades. This story was produced by Jesse Dukes, John Fecile, and David Exumé. Original score by Dirk Schwarzhoff.  Tennessee Whiteout  The blizzard of the century traps four men on top of a Tennessee bald, frozen and hungry, but with a song in their heart. Thank you Roger Redding for sharing your story with us! Produced by Anna Sussman, edited by Nancy Lopez, original score by Dirk Schwarzhoff.  Season 17 - Episode 34 Join Snap+ if you aren't already a member! Get bonus eps, an ad free stream and more. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

    Fire & Ice - All Systems Down

  7. 21 Jul • Subscribers Only

    What's In A Name?

    Growing up, Jeena Bloom was Joseph Edward Sutton, the golden child of the family, the one who could do no wrong. And Jeena lived up to that name dutifully until it ultimately boxed her in, creating a trap that felt impossible to break out of. But along the way, there were signs everywhere, calling to her, telling her that she needed to break free.   This story contains explicit language, sensitive listeners please be advised. A huge thank you to Jeena Bloom for sharing her story with us! Jeena is a comedian and screenwriter. You can catch her on Vice and read all about her on The Cut. See her work at jeenabloom.com or @jeenabloom across all social media platforms. Produced by Nancy López with help from Zahra Noorbakhsh and Anna Sussman. Music by Renzo Gorrio and Pat Mesiti-Miller.

  8. 16 Jul

    Father of the Bride - All Systems Down

    Dad goes into hero mode and no hurricane, no barricade, no live power line is gonna stand between him and his daughter’s wedding day. Father of the Bride Dad goes into hero mode and no hurricane, no barricade, no live power line is gonna stand between him and his daughter’s wedding day. Thank you David Jones and his daughter Elizabeth Marquez for sharing their story!  David is a performance excellence coach and consultant for businesses and the founder and president of the Excellence Advisory. Produced by Bo Walsh, edited by Anna Sussman, original score by Nick Marks, artwork by Teo Ducot. Reservoir Panic As a violent wildfire heads toward the town of Twisp, Andrew Denham realizes he’s the guy responsible for making sure the town has enough water for the firefight. But there’s a big problem... there are only two well pumps to get water to the reservoir... and one of them isn’t working. Thanks Andrew for sharing your story!  Produced by Shaina Shealy, original score by Dirk Schwarzhoff. Join Snap+ if you aren't already a member! Get bonus eps, an ad-free stream and more. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

    Father of the Bride - All Systems Down
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Snap Judgment mixes real stories with beats to produce cinematic, dramatic audio. Snap’s raw, musical brand of storytelling dares listeners to see the world through the eyes of another. It's storytelling... with a BEAT.

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  • Creator
    Snap Judgment and PRX
  • Years Active
    2008 - 2026
  • Episodes
    554
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Snap Judgment.
  • Show Website
    Snap Judgment
  • Provider
    Snap Studios LLC

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