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Audacious with Chion Wolf Connecticut Public
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4.8 • 67 Ratings
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Audacious with Chion Wolf will highlight the uncommon experiences of everyday people – asking the hardest, most uncomfortable questions. With curiosity and compassion, Connecticut Public producer and host Chion Wolf digs deeper, encouraging listeners to ask hard questions in their own lives.
Find out more at https://www.ctpublic.org/audacious
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What it's like at the bottom of the world with Dr. “Deepsea Dawn” Wright
On July 12, 2022, Dawn Wright (aka "Deepsea Dawn") became the first and only Black person to dive to the lowest known point on the Earth's seabed, "Challenger Deep".
Hear about her journey down into the Mariana Trench, why she went, and what she found at the bottom that shocked her.
You also may enjoy these episodes:
Below the surface: The stories behind underwater world records
Extreme allergies and rare conditions can teach us a lot about human tolerance
What's in that note? Stories about messages in bottles
GUEST:
Dawn Wright (aka "Deepsea Dawn"): Chief Scientist of the Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) and a professor of Geography and Oceanography at Oregon State University. On July 12, 2022, she became the first and only Black person to dive to "Challenger Deep", which is the deepest known point on the Earth's seabed
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Beyond the BeyHive and Swifties: The heartbeat of music superfans
Beyoncé and Taylor Swift are considered to be two of the most important performers of this or any generation.
A Swiftie and a leader of the BeyHive talk about the lengths they go to to experience - and share the love - of their favorite performer.
Suggested companion episode:
'I Will Always Love You': Jada Star’s musical bond with her aunt Dolly Parton
GUESTS:
Molly Swindall: has been a Taylor Swift superfan, concertgoer, and merch collector since 2006
Maverick Flood: a Beyoncé superfan based in New York who has been to 50 of her concerts around the world (and she recognizes him!)
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Wings, pouches, and snouts: The world of uncommon emotional support animals
When you imagine an emotional support animal, what comes to mind? A dog?
Well how about a pigeon? A sugar glider? Or an emotional support pig?
Meet people who’ve paired up with these animals to make their lives - and mental health conditions - better.
This episode originally aired on May 26, 2023.
GUESTS:
Cynthia Zhou: Miu was her emotional support pigeon from 2016 to 2021. She is an advocate for Palomacy Pigeon and Dove Adoptions based out of San Francisco
Arianna Preuss: Zaboo is her emotional support sugar glider, who also helps Arianna’s brother, who has Autism
Megan Peabody: Hamlet is her 70 pound emotional support pig
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The art of the prank with the directors of 'Jury Duty' and 'Bad Trip'
Pranking on television has been around for over 70 years. Starting with Candid Camera in the late 40s all the way through to Punk'd in the early 2000s.
Pranking has evolved to not only entertain, but to show off the goodness in people!
The directors of the movie Bad Trip, and the tv series, Jury Duty, talk about how they pull off physical stunts that leave a positive emotional impact.
Previous episode mentioned in the show: What's jury duty like? The verdict, well, it's case by case
GUESTS:
Jake Szymanski: Director of the 2023 Amazon FreeVee series, "Jury Duty"
Kitao Sakurai: Director of the 2021 movie "Bad Trip", starring Eric Andre
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Actors Mary Elizabeth Kelly and Dean Edwards on the art of impressions
Have you ever tried doing an impression of a famous person... And failed miserably? That's because impressions are really hard to pull off!
On this episode, you'll meet two of the best in the business: Mary Elizabeth Kelly, who is known for her mouth acting impressions, and Dean Edwards from Saturday Night Live.
Shows referenced:
What is foreign accent syndrome? After a stroke, one man’s southern drawl turned British
The meteoric rise of comedian Zarna Garg
Why the world needs comedians with disabilities
GUESTS:
Mary Elizabeth Kelly: (below right) Actor, writer, and comedian famous for her viral impressions of celebrities such as Drew Barrymore, Jennifer Coolidge, and Winona Ryder
Dean Edwards: (below left) Actor, comedian, writer, and Saturday Night Live cast member from 2001-2003. Best known for his celebrity impressions including Denzel Washington, Dave Chappelle, Jay-Z, Mo’Nique, Chris Rock, 50 Cent, and Eddie Murphy
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Audacious Live! Show & Tell in Stamford
Remember the joy of “Show and Tell” at school? Now why should only the kids have all the fun?
Listeners to Audacious (and staff members of Connecticut Public!) gathered at Third Place by Half Full Brewery on March 13th for an opportunity to share their story!
For a full transcript of this show, click here.
GUESTS:
Elaine Braithwaite: Electric violinist and City Librarian of Bridgeport
Faisal Saleh: Founder of Palestine Museum US in Woodbridge, CT
Paul Bluestein: Husband of Lynda Shannon Bluestein, advocate for LyndasPhones.org
Chion Wolf: Host of Audacious
Jessica Severin de Martinez: Producer of Audacious
Khaleel Rahman: Producer of Audacious
Lucy Nalpathanchil: Vice President of Community Engagement at Connecticut Public
Jennifer Reilly and Stephanie Convey: Wethersfield residents who brought a brass sculpture
Cjet Raymond: West Haven resident who brought a jar of cat whiskers
Cynthia Bowser: Stamford resident who brought her mothers hat
Kristen Cusato: Director of Communications for the Alzheimer's Association of Connecticut, and host of the podcast, Speaking of Alzheimer's
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Customer Reviews
Best Radio Voice!
Before having her show, I would hear Chion Wolf do smaller roles on NPR. Every time I heard her voice, I wondered why she did not have her own show. Her voice is perfect for radio. Her show topics are unique and engaging. Every guest is heard to say “that is a great question”. Check the shows - it happens in every show! That is a true indication of how good she is. Keep up the quirky! So enjoyable.
Cringingly Respectful
I’ve met Chión only once, but feel I know her through her voice. Her interview questions make me cringe yet at the same time her queries are so respectful of each person she speaks with. Her voice has been described in many ways, but I think what makes her interviews cringingly respectful is her “honey smooth” voice. You can’t help but want to savor it. Thank you, Chión. I know your Mom thanks you, too.
Just amazing
Chion’s questions dig deep and show a genuine interest in understanding people’s lived experiences. I’ve learned so much about not just interesting people but also what it means to be truly empathetic.