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Counter Programming with Shira & Arielle

Counter Programming with Shira & Arielle is your new favorite coronavirus/COVID-19 distraction podcast. Join this duo as they embark on a quest to bring the world counter programming of all kinds. They’ll focus on countertops (namely, they’re doing a series on marble, granite, and quartz), time counters, calorie counters, counters of other kinds… Each episode will be a mix of comedy and fun facts that no one knew they ever needed. Shira and Arielle have been friends for 5 years. They met in Jackson, Mississippi during their first job post-college at the Institute of Southern Jewish Life (yes, there are Jews in Mississippi). They lived 4 doors from one another. Now that they’re on opposite sides of the country and experiencing intense anxiety due to the constant barrage of bad news surrounding coronavirus, they decided they needed a distraction. This distraction comes in the form of a podcast. Shira and Arielle are bringing you… Counter Programming. Tune in for stories, useless (read v. important) facts, and so much more. Episodes will be released weekly and will be available wherever you get your podcasts.Follow us on Instagram: @counterprogrammingpodFollow Shira on Twitter: @shishimoskFollow Arielle on Twitter: @ariellethisandthatYou can email us at counterprogrammingshiraarielle@gmail.com

Copyright: ℗ & © 2020 Counter Programming with Shira & Arielle

Latest Episodes:

1.5 minutes of us stroking our own egos | possible new season teaser Jul 23, 2026

Show notes

Here's a short teaser we recorded VERY on-the-spot. Shira had recently re-listened to our Great Saunter episode, sent it to Arielle. We then discussed it and realized we're rather proud of it (and the other episodes we published long ago). So hey, we hit the record button and this is the result.

Are we actually funny? Who knows! Do we care? Not really. If you enjoy it, that's a great added bonus. Love ya, Counties!

Counting The Miles: We Walked 76,000 Steps Around Manhattan at The Great Saunter Jun 03, 2024

Show notes

Shira and Arielle here! Dropping in for a bonus episode. We walked around Manhattan with The Great Saunter in early May. What's the connection to the premise of this show? Great question. Well, we *counted* our steps.
Hit play to listen to us share dispatches from throughout the journey.
Things we mentioned:

Credits:

Written by Shira and Arielle
Edited in Descript
Artwork by Caio Slikta

Counter Programming On The Go: We Went to a Counting Crows Concert Jul 20, 2023

Show notes

In 2021, we published an episode on Counting Crows. We promised you back then, dear listeners, that if Counting Crows ever went on tour again, we'd make it our BUSINESS to get there to see them. Well, it finally happened.
In July 2023, Counter Programming hosts Shira Moskowitz and Arielle Nissenblatt headed to Jones Beach to see Counting Crows live. In this episode, we share our experience at the show.
Listen for:

Shira forgetting her wallet
Arielle not understanding how concerts work
A review of Huntington's best pizza joint
Our favorite concert attendees and why they rocked
A snippet of "Mr. Jones" live
So much more

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Yes, it's been a while since we've published an episode! Thanks for listening to this one. Get in touch if you have a Counter topic we should cover:
Email: counterprogrammingshiraarielle@gmail.com
Instagram: counterprogrammingpod
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Credits:
Daniel Tureck - mixing and mastering
Caio Slikta - logo
Arielle Nissenblatt - scripting
Shira and Arielle - hosts

We're Back! Counter Programming on Between Two Mics with SquadCast Sep 14, 2021

Show notes

Hello Counties! It's been a minute but we're back with a feed drop!
We were recently interviewed by the co-founders of SquadCast.fm, Zach Moreno and Rock Felder, on their podcast, Between Two Mics: The Remote Recording Podcast.
They asked us to join them because when we wrapped season 2 of our podcast, Arielle posted this epic tweet thread about podcast marketing. In it, Arielle writes about how in just 14 months, with no network backing, no ad budget, and a niche topic, we were able to reach 100,000 downloads for the podcast. In this interview, we explain how we did it. We also discuss how Counter Programming came to be, we talk about our friendship, and lots more.
We hope you enjoy it.
We've missed ya, Counties!
Sneak peek of what we discuss:

Clear and concise messaging AKA over-communication
Strategic promo & social swaps
Pitching AND catching
Sporadic guesting
In-app placement

This episode is longer than usual but it's worth it!

Extras

Helen O'Hara's Women Vs. Hollywood Podcast
Arielle's epic twitter thread
Submit your podcast pre-roll ad
Caio Slikta's Instagram
Daniel's website
Try out SquadCast’s remote video and audio platform for 7 days free
SquadCast’s YouTube channel

Thanks, as always to Daniel Tureck and Caio Slikta! Follow us on Instagram!

The Show May Be Over, but the Counting Continues... Jun 02, 2021

Show notes

Well Counties, the time has finally come for us to bid adieu. Today we say goodbye to Counter Programming with Shira and Arielle. This little podcast has been a distraction for us during a crazy year, and we hope it's been that for you as well. We promised we'd continue Counter Programming until we were all vaccinated...and somehow that day is finally here.
So now for some thank yous...
Thank you, Counties, for tuning in each week to join us on this counter topics journey.
Thank you to Daniel Tureck who has worked his sound magic on each episode. He is truly the best in the biz and we feel so lucky to work with him.
Thank you to our Season 2 guests:

Bethany Berger
Eric Johnson (founder of Bumblecast.fm)
Jess Goodman
Every Day is a Food Day Pod
County Cousin Remy

Thank you to Caio Slikta, who designed our logos for both seasons.
Thank you to Jason Shaw, for our theme music that we can't stop dancing to, Tennessee Hayride.
Want to keep in touch? Wed do!
Email us: counterprogrammingshiraarielle@gmail.com
Find us on IG: @counterprogrammingpod
Remember, the pandemic isn't actually over yet so stay safe and follow CDC guidelines! And of course, keep on counting.
From our countertops to yours,
Shira & Arielle

Jewish Counters (AKA Bnei Mitzvahs and Counting the Omer) with Remy May 26, 2021

Show notes

Welcome to the penultimate episode of Counter Programming season 2. In this episode, we speak with Shira's cousin and recent bat mitzvah girl, Remy.
We get into all things Jewish "counter," including: why bnei mitzvahs take place at age 13, the counting of the omer, and more. We also discuss what it was like to have a bat mitzvah at the height of the pandemic.
Credit:
Daniel Tureck - sound
Caio Slikta - logo
Jason Shaw - Tennessee Hayride (theme music)
Sponsors:
Podcorn
Email us: counterprogrammingshiraarielle@gmail.com
Find us on IG: @counterprogrammingpod

Sophie Countess of Wessex May 12, 2021

Show notes

This week, it's all about Sophie Countess of Wessex, AKA the wife of the youngest son of Queen Elizabeth. Why is she a countess and not an earl, like her husband, Prince Edward Earl of Wessex?
We've got you. Tune in to explore the British peerage system!
Credit:
Daniel Tureck - sound
Caio Slikta - logo
Jason Shaw - Tennessee Hayride (theme music)
Sponsors:
The Best Advice Show
Podcorn
Email us: counterprogrammingshiraarielle@gmail.com
Find us on IG: @counterprogrammingpod

What the Heck is a Viscount? à la Bridgerton & Regé-Jean Page May 05, 2021

Show notes

Today we're diving into the question that was on everyone's mind after watching Bridgerton...What the heck is a Viscount?
The good news for us here at Counter Programming is that Bridgerton was recently back in the news. Unfortunately for everyone else, the news was that Regé-Jean Page will not be in the upcoming season (even though Shonda Rhimes said this was planned from the start).
In order to fully understand what a viscount is, we explore the British Peerage system which is pretty confusing.
Credit:
Daniel Tureck - sound
Caio Slikta - logo
Jason Shaw - Tennessee Hayride (theme music)
Sponsors:
The Best Advice Show
Podcorn
Email us: counterprogrammingshiraarielle@gmail.com
Find us on IG: @counterprogrammingpod

County Fairs w/ Everyday Is a Food Day Podcast Apr 28, 2021

Show notes

This week we're heading down to the County Fair with our friends from Every Day is a Food Day. During this special crossover episode, we discuss the history of county fairs and we explore the food you can enjoy at 'em.
After you listen, you'll be craving fried Oreos, Chicken Charlie's, and a Petro. Checkout this list for ways to recreate your favorite fried fair food finds at home.
Be sure to subscribe to "Every Day is a Food Day," a podcast that explores the stories, scandals, holidays and heroes behind your favorite foods, hosted by Anna Van Valin and Lia Ballentine. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts and follow them on Instagram at @FoodDayPod.
Credits:
Daniel Tureck - sound
Caio Slikta - logo
Email us: counterprogrammingshiraarielle@gmail.com
Find us on IG: @counterprogrammingpod

Tally Counters Apr 21, 2021

Show notes

This week, more counters! Tally counters.
Welcome to Counter Programming with Shira & Arielle. Each week, we bring you information on anything with the word "count" or "counter" in its title. We started as a pandemic distraction cast. And we will continue until we're both fully vaccinated and incubated.
Definition:
A tally counter is usually cased in metal and is cylindrical in shape. Part of the circle is flattened out and contains a window of plastic or glass. Inside the counter are a number of rings with the numbers from 0 to 9 in descending order going clockwise. Most counters have four such rings, allowing the user to count up to 9999. A metal ring may be attached to aid in holding the counter, and usually half the ring is bent to allow it to fold flush with the counter when not in use.
- Wikipedia
Credits:
Daniel Tureck - sound
Caio Slikta - logo
Jason Shaw - Tennessee Hayride (theme music)
Email us: counterprogrammingshiraarielle@gmail.com
Find us on IG: @counterprogrammingpod

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