Island of Discarded Women

Ep. 40 Rallying to Win – LIVE – guests Mary Beth Yarrow, Rachel Kurtz, Jaspar Lepak & Kennadi Hurst with Tim Levy! Oct 26, 2024

We are rallying with Hope and Joy to put this Woman in the White House with this music-filled evening full of motivation to Get Out the VOTE! Special guest, social and political documentarian Mary Beth Yarrow, shares her life’s journey that begins with jumping down a rabbit hole in 1968 for her uncle Gene McCarthy’s run for president and coming out a changed person. Musical guest Rachel Kurtz lets queer kids know that they’re all right with her in light of the anti-LGBTQ legislation across the country. Originally from Arizona, Jaspar Lepak sings a passionate plea to her home state to stand up and fight for her and vote for reproductive freedom for all. Zippy Laske has a powerful message for her young daughters in her heart-filled, “Hand in Hand.” Kennadi Hurst brings us to our feet in Tim Levy’s new song “JOY” written just for us for this upcoming election AND Kennadi implores us that NOW is the time to put a woman in charge! Plus, Silvia Pontaza & Sue Scott remind us that when women show up, shit happens! So Please VOTE!

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #40 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Silvia Pontaza and Sue Scott
Written by Sue Scott
Special Guest is Mary Beth Yarrow
Musical guests are Rachel Kurtz, Jaspar Lepak and Kennadi Hurst with Timothy Levy.
Original songs: “Gay Kids” and “Lioness” by Rachel Kurtz. “Arizona” by Jaspar Lepak. “Hand-in-Hand” by Zippy Laske. “The Ballad of the ERA” By Sue Scott & Jaspar Lepak.
“Joy” was commissioned by IODW and written by Timothy Levy. Performed by Kennadi Hurst & cast.
“Put a Woman in Charge” by Keb Mo’, Beth Nielsen Chapman & John Lewis Parker. Synchronization License granted by: Kevin Moore, Kebnote Music (BMI) c/o Concord Music Group, Beth Nielsen Chapman, Songs of Prismlight Music c/o Karen Schauben Publishing Administration and John Lewis Parker (BMI) c/o Kobalt Music Publishing America, Inc.
Thank you to ERAMN, Women’s March MN, UnRestrict MN & Gender Justice for sharing their Get-out-the-Vote goals on this show!
Live Real-Time Captioning by Erica Cook
Live Audio Engineering by Jared Johnson
Production assistance by Beth Desotelle & Terry Lynn Carlson
Photos by Bonni Allen
Mixed & Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell
Episode #40 opening: Excerpt from “Peter” by Katy Vernon with Paul Odegaard on trumpet, performed on our June 2024 show.

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Ep. 39 One Pie at a Time – LIVE – with guests Rose McGee & Favourite Girl! Aug 09, 2024

Special guest Rose McGee, founder of Sweet Potato Comfort Pie, shares her life changing journey of offering comfort by delivering sweet potato pies to those affected by trauma around the country. Katy Vernon and her female powered band, Favourite Girl, empower and rock us! Plus, Katy sings personally about the mother she lost at 12 and her older brother who knows she’s still there. Storyteller Jen Santoro Rotty, with a new song by Katy, shares a powerful story of adoption, discovery and belonging. AND Shanan Custer & Sue Scott honor, celebrate and recapture flags!

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #39 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Shanan Custer and Sue Scott
Written by Shanan and Sue
Special Guest is Rose McGee
Musical guest is Katy Vernon and her band Favourite Girl: Allie Pikala – guitar, Barb Brynstad – bass, Alsye Emanuel – drums, Paul Odegaard – trumpet and Katy Vernon – vocals & ukulele.
Guest Storyteller is Jen Santoro Rotty
Original songs “Favourite Girl,” “Over and Over,” “Peter,” “Song for Jen” and “Shine,” music & lyrics by Katy Vernon.
Live Real-Time Captioning by Erica Cook
Live Audio Engineering by John Robinson
Production assistance by Lexi Carlson
Photos by Bonni Allen
Live show volunteers Susanne Egli & Doug Anderson
Mixed & Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell

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Ep. 38 Making a Difference – LIVE – with guests Mary M. Tjosvold & Yemi Love May 25, 2024

Special guest Mary Tjosvold, award-winning humanitarian and businesswoman, creates communities wherever she goes and credits the strong women in her life with inspiring her to walk through doors. Musical guest Yemi Love, shares her journey from Nigerian recording star, to life in Minnesota spreading love through every gorgeous song. Guest storyteller Stacey Dinner-Levin wishes caregivers could be seen as she navigates life with her adult autistic son. Dae Yang & Sue Scott, with a beautiful new song by Zippy Laske, celebrate the women who’ve encouraged them to take their hands off the handlebars.

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #38 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Dae Yang, Zippy Laske and Sue Scott
Written by Dae, Zippy and Sue
Special Guest is Mary M. Tjosvold
Musical guest is Yemi Love with Spencer Bradley on guitar
Guest Storyteller is Stacey Dinner-Levin
Original songs “Can you Love Me” and “Do You See Me,” music & lyrics by Yemi Love.
Original song, “Spread Love” by Timothy Levy
Original song “Strong Women” music and lyrics by Zippy Laske
Live Real-Time Captioning by Erica Cook
Live Audio Engineering by John Robinson
Production assistance by Kate Sandvik
Photos by Bonni Allen
Live show volunteer Doug Anderson
Mixed & Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell

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Ep. 37 Brave and Beautiful – LIVE – with guests Alison Young & Katie Dahl Mar 26, 2024

Alison Young, the blissful hiker, seeks out the natural world for healing and finds beauty in thriving one magnificent trail at a time. Katie Dahl shares songs that are “terrifyingly personal” and learns that there is unexpected communion in acceptance. Mary Shaffer searches for a spark of joy at a craft fair and discovers a life-changing truth spoken by her ancestors. Dae appreciates her grandmother for the gift of the soothing sounds of cooking. Silvia is grateful for the pain that has shaped who she is today. Sue realizes that a blanket of protection for her garden beds is more than just a metaphor for her life. And Zippy makes a commitment to sobriety and brings us a powerful new song celebrating the joys that flower into something brave and beautiful.

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #37 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Dae Yang, Silvia Pontaza, Zippy Laske and Sue Scott
Written by Dae, Silvia, Zippy and Sue
Special Guest is Alison Young
Musical guest is Katie Dahl
Guest Storyteller is Mary Shaffer
Original songs “Since I Was Eight” “Sacristy” and “The Northeast Corner” music & lyrics by Katie Dahl.
Original song “Unexpected Joy” music and lyrics by Zippy Laske
Live Real-Time Captioning by Erica Cook
Live Audio Engineering by John Robinson
Photos by Bonni Allen
Live show volunteers Susanne Egli & Carolyn Denton
Mixed & Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell

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Ep. 36 So Strong – LIVE – with guests Mary Kunesh & Jaspar Lepak! Jan 22, 2024

Special guest, Mary Kunesh, the first Indigenous woman elected to the MN Senate, shares the personal side of her life that has informed her tireless efforts to make change. Musical guest Jaspar Lepak honors a childhood friend, wishes she had grown up with rock music and celebrates how strong she felt after giving birth. Shanan Custer’s discovery that she is a relation to General George, brings her mother’s Indigenous identity full circle. Dae Yang knows her infant child will follow her dreams with a big bright heart. Silvia Pontaza wants to be as happy as her father-in-law. Zippy Laske wonders in a new song if possibilities can take flight. And Sue Scott sees so much strength in an all-female city council, a 27-year-old Somali mayor named Nadia and the equality of the ERA.

UPDATE: Jaspar Lepak and I wrote and performed “The Ballad of ERA” which can be heard in this show. Since we recorded the show in December the wording of the MN ERA bill has been rewritten to include: “…pregnancy, pregnancy outcomes and reproductive freedom.” The bill is making its way through the legislative session right now!

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #36 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Shanan Custer, Dae Yang, Silvia Pontaza, Zippy Laske and Sue Scott
Written by Shanan, Dae, Silvia, Zippy and Sue
Special Guest is Mary Kunesh
Musical guest is Jaspar Lepak
Original songs “Queens of the Desert Sun,” “Why Should the Devil Get All the Good Tunes” and “So Strong” music & lyrics by Jaspar Lepak.
Original song “Taking Flight” music and lyrics by Zippy Laske
Original song “The Ballad of the ERA” music by Jaspar Lepak, lyrics by Sue Scott & Jaspar Lepak
Opening excerpt: “Release and Be Free” music and lyrics by Kelley Hunt
Live Real-Time Captioning by Marsha Busson
Live Audio Engineering by John Robinson
Production Assistance by Kate Sandvik
Photos by Kathy Tauer
Live show volunteer Carolyn Denton
Mixed & Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell

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Ep. 35 Cycle of Life – LIVE – with guests Pat Miles & Kelley Hunt! Nov 18, 2023

Special guest Pat Miles learned a lot about what hadn’t been addressed after the sudden death of her husband. To help others avoid the same challenges, she shares her discoveries in her new book. We are standing up for women who are standing up with help from blues woman Kelley Hunt. Plus, Kelley sings about the light she sees in the future. AND with actor Dana Lee Thompson and a beautiful new song by Zippy Laske, we pay tribute to the stunning spoken word artist Brittany Delaney who left us way too soon.

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #35 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Dana Lee Thompson, Sue Scott & Zippy Laske
Written by Sue & Zippy
Special Guest is Pat Miles
Pat’s book: Before All is Said and Done, Practical Advice on Living and Dying Well.
Musical guest is Kelley Hunt
Original songs “Stand Up, Stand on the Side of Love,” and “Release and Be Free,” music & lyrics by Kelley Hunt.
“Bright Lights” music by Kelley Hunt, lyrics by Kelley Hunt and Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg
Original song “Good as Gold,” music and lyrics by Zippy Laske
Excerpts of spoken word poems performed by Dana Lee Thompson, were written by Brittany Delaney for IODW. Brittany can be heard performing the full poems in Episode 26, Episode 28 and Episode 32.
Live Real-Time Captioning by Erica Cook
Live Audio Engineering by John Robinson
Photos by Bonni Allen
Live show volunteers Susanne Egli and Carolyn Denton
Mixed & Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell

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Ep. 34 Seat at the Table – LIVE – with special guest Gaelynn Lea! Sep 15, 2023

It’s our “thunderous” August show under the tent! Special guest and musician Gaelynn Lea shares her journey from Tiny Desk Contest to Macbeth on Broadway and advocates for embracing accessibility culture. Lorna Landvik brings us the church bulletin bloopers that inspired her latest novel. Singer/songwriter Jaspar Lepak finds herself in the sliver of a moon. Silvia Pontaza does her best AI assistant in Spanish. And Sue Scott has a dialogue with a chatbot that reveals the racial and gender bias inherent in its programming.

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #34 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Lorna Landvik, Silvia Pontaza, Sue Scott & Jaspar Lepak
Written by Lorna & Sue
Special Guest & Musical guest is Gaelynn Lea
Original songs “Watch the World Unfold,” “I Wait,” “Perfect,” music & lyrics by Gaelynn Lea
Original songs “Something New,” “When I Was the Moon,” music and lyrics by Jaspar Lepak
ASL Interpreters: Micah Jane Draeger & Rosalinda Estrada-Alvarez
Live Real-Time Captioning by Erica Cook
Live Audio Engineering by Zach Thayer
Additional lighting and backstage assistance by Lexi Carlson
Photos by Bonni Allen
Live show master volunteer is Susanne Egli
Merch volunteer: Doug Anderson
Edited by Sue Scott
Mix & Mastered by Tony Axtell

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Ep. 33 Endless Possibilities – LIVE – with guests Paula Poundstone & Jearlyn Steele! Jul 31, 2023

It’s our June show outside on a gorgeous night! Special guest, the one and only Paula Poundstone subs in as our virtual assistant, tries to learn a lullaby and shares a never before told story! Musical guest Jearlyn Steele brings us songs and stories created with her grandkids. Leslye Orr invites us to see the world her way. Dae Yang celebrates her pending beautiful surprise baby. Zippy Laske with David Gerald Sutton reminds us that we are all mathematical miracles in a gorgeous new song. And Sue Scott prays that young girls looking into mirrors see endless possibilities!

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #33 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Dae Yang, Zippy Laske, Sue Scott & Leslye Orr
Written by Leslye, Dae, Zippy & Sue
Special Guest is Paula Poundstone
Musical Guest is Jearlyn Steele
Original Lullaby for her grandson, Segun, music & lyrics by Jearlyn Steele
Original song “You” music and lyrics by Zippy Laske with David Gerald Sutton on violin
Live Audio Engineering by John Robinson
Additional lighting and backstage assistance by Lexi Carlson
Mixed and Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell
Photos by Bonni Allen
Live show master volunteer is Susanne Egli
Producing Assistant is Kira Schukar

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Ep. 32 Starting Again – LIVE – with guests Princess Titus & Jonatha Brooke! May 31, 2023

An important night in our new home! Special guest Princess Titus, the co-founder of Appetite for Change, lost her son to gun violence. She shares her drive to help others heal from this type of trauma. Musical guest Jonatha Brooke, takes us on a personal journey through original songs written for a Disney movie, a new commission and her one-woman musical about caring for her mother with Alzheimer’s. Spoken Word artist Brittany Delaney, summons us to heal our souls from the inside out. Zippy Laske sings an acoustic version of her recent single “Low” and brings us a new song that lays the groundwork for Silvia, Jonatha & Sue to challenge assumptions made about us.

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #32 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Brittany Delaney, Silvia Pontaza, Zippy Laske & Sue Scott
Written by Brittany, Silvia, Zippy & Sue
Special Guest is Princess Titus
Musical Guest is Jonatha Brooke
Original tunes, “I’ll Try”, “Hurricane Season” and “Scars” music & lyrics by Jonatha Brooke
Original songs, “Low” and “Guilty by Assumption” music and lyrics by Zippy Laske
Live Audio Engineering by John Robinson
Mixed and Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell
Photos by Bonni Allen
Live show assistance by Beth Desotelle
Live show volunteer is Susanne Egli
Producing Assistant is Kira Schukar

BONUS CONTENT from our May 4th show!

Princess Titus reads her first entry from the powerful 2022 anthology, Let the Black Woman Say, Ase’

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Ep. 31 Journey of Hope – LIVE – with guests Patty Wetterling & Leslie Vincent Dec 31, 2022

Our beautiful December show! Special guest Patty Wetterling, a searching mom for over 27 years, graciously shares with Sue her journey of hope to find her son Jacob. Musical guest Leslie Vincent admires the courage of her grandmother and the spirit of a friend in two original songs. Guest contributor Rosanna Staffa yearns to meet the Alan Ginsburg she knows. Mo Perry learns there is wisdom in the bodymind and Zippy Laske composes an ode for our tribute to the first Madame Speaker!

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #31 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Mo Perry, Silvia Pontaza, Zippy Laske & Sue Scott
Written by Mo, Zippy & Sue
Special Guest is Patty Wetterling
Musical Guest is Leslie Vincent
Guest Contributor is Rosanna Staffa
Original tunes, “Alone in Texas” by Leslie Vincent. “Howl at the Moon” by Leslie Vincent & Emily Dussault
Original song, “Bold Woman” music and lyrics by Zippy Laske
Opening song excerpt: “Floating Dream” by Zippy Laske
Live Audio Engineering by John Robinson and Dylan Payne
Mixed and Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell
Lighting by Lexi Carlson
Photos by Sara Erdman
Producing Assistant is Kira Schukar

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Ep. 30 Choosing Joy – LIVE – with guests Roxane Battle & The OK Factor! Nov 30, 2022

It’s here! Our joy-filled November Show! Special guest Roxane Battle brings us boundless pockets of joy through her best-selling book and details her work with behavioral health. Thrilling alt string duo The OK Factor, share original tunes about finding a moment to be at 30,000 ft, and experiencing bumbling puppy joy. Zippy celebrates a floating dream that changed her path and makes her happy. Dae thanks her body for giving her healing signals. And Sue finds the joy in feeling much more than OK!

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #30 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Dae Yang, Zippy Laske & Sue Scott
Written by Dae, Zippy & Sue
Special Guest is Roxane Battle
Excerpt read from her book, “Pockets of Joy, Deciding to be Happy, Choosing to be Free” by Roxane Battle.
Musical Guest is The OK Factor with cellist Olivia Diercks & violinist Karla Colahan
Original tunes, “Up in the Air” & “Love Song for Lucy” by The OK Factor
Original song, “Floating Dream” music and lyrics by Zippy Laske
Opening song excerpt: “I Am Human” by Jaspar Lepak
Live Audio Engineering by John Robinson and Dylan Payne
Mixed and Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell
Lighting by Lexi Carlson
Photos by Bonni Allen
Producing Assistant is Kira Schukar

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Ep. 29 She is Fierce – LIVE – with guests Marcie Rendon & Jaspar Lepak Oct 31, 2022

Special guest, writer Marcie Rendon, highlights the brilliance and resiliency of native people through her mystery novels and a searing new play, “Say Their Names,” with excerpts read by Oogie_Push. Musical guest Jaspar Lepak sings and shares personally about living the choices she can make. Cathy Gasiorowicz tells a story about the dementia that broke her mom’s brain and created a love fest in its wake. Silvia Pontaza takes an oath that gives her a voice. And Oogie & Sue Scott work the phones and doors to make a difference.

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #29 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Oogie_Push, Cathy Gasiorowicz, Silvia Pontaza & Sue Scott
Written by Oogie, Cathy, Silvia & Sue
Special Guest is Marcie Rendon
Excerpts from the play, “Say Their Names” written by Marcie Rendon and read by Oogie_Push
Musical Guest is Jaspar Lepak.
Original songs “I Know a Woman,” & “I am Human” music & lyrics by Jaspar Lepak
Original song, “My Right to Choose” music and lyrics by Tom Prasada-Rao and Cary Cooper
Guest Contributor is Cathy Gasiorowicz
Live Audio Engineering by John Robinson and Dylan Payne
Mixed and Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell
Lighting by Lexi Carlson
Photos by Bonni Allen

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Ep. 28 Resilience – LIVE – with guests Dr. Pauline Boss & Rhiannon Fiskradatz Sep 30, 2022

Gathering on the 21st anniversary of September 11th, our special guest, Dr. Pauline Boss, who coined the term “ambiguous loss,” reminds us that closure is a myth. Shanan Custer, with help from Rhiannon Fiskradatz, recounts being at the most magical place on earth that day. Sue Scott writes to Liz Cheney with a plea. Zippy Laske underscores that plea in song. Peg Guilfoyle, shares 2 encounters with strangers. Music guest, Rhiannon, brings us family, feminism and nature through her songs. AND Brittany Delaney delivers a poem that paints her canvas healthy!

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #28 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Shanan Custer, Rhiannon Fiskradatz, Peg Guilfoyle, Brittany Delaney, Zippy Laske & Sue Scott
Written by Shanan, Rhiannon, Zippy, Peg, Brittany & Sue
Special Guest is Dr. Pauline Boss
Musical Guest is Rhiannon Fiskradatz. Shanan and Rhiannon write and perform together in a live performance series called Songversations.”
Original songs “Lullaby,” “Oh Woman,” “Strong Woman” & “Lessons,” music & lyrics by Rhiannon Fiskradatz
Original song, “Sometimes You Take the Fall” music and lyrics by Zippy Laske
Guest Contributor is Peg Guilfoyle
Live Audio Engineering by Dan Zimmermann and Dylan Payne
Mixed and Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell
Lighting by Lexi Carlson
Photos by Amanda Skeivik

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Ep. 27 We Are Enough – LIVE – with guests Mikki Morrissette & Courtney Yasmineh Aug 31, 2022

Our special guest, Mikki Morrissette publisher of Minnesota Women’s Press, shares her journey from choosing single motherhood to owning a magazine. Musical guest Courtney Yasmineh, is still making it big one song at a time. Dae is newly engaged and decides that she is enough. Zippy strives for less noise and more truth. And Sue praises the 19 yr. old who is standing up!

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #27 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Dae Yang, Zippy Laske, Sue Scott
Written by Dae, Zippy, and Sue
Special Guest is Mikki Morrissette
Musical Guest is Courtney Yasmineh
Original songs “Gone Away (Married to Bob Dylan)” and “The Creek” music and lyrics by Courtney Yasmineh. Zippy Laske singing back up on “Gone Away”
Original song, “From Now On” music and lyrics by Zippy Laske with Kyle Kimbllin on guitar
Live Audio Engineering by Katharine Horowitz and Dylan Payne
Mixed and Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell
Lighting by Lexi Carlson
Photos by Amanda Skeivik

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Ep. 26 Digging Deep – LIVE – with guests Georgia Fort & Judah Gardner Jun 30, 2022

Fearless independent journalist Georgia Fort shares her journey to change the narrative. Musical guest, Judah Gardner challenges us to stand firm. Dae Yang sings about a heartfelt personal discovery. Zippy Laske with friends Mahle Roth & Haley Garland, implore her daughters to enjoy the ride. Brittany Delaney wonders if her name can save her. And our audio engineer and clinic escort Katharine Horowitz, fights for safe abortions for all!

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #26 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Dae Yang, Brittany Delaney, Zippy Laske, Sue Scott
Written by Dae, Brittany, Zippy, and Sue
Special Guest is Georgia Fort.
Musical Guest is Judah Gardner.
Guest Contributor is Katharine Horowitz
Original songs “I Still Stand” and “Aftermath” music and lyrics by Judah Gardner
Original song, “I Can’t Help” music and lyrics by Dae Yang. Backup vocals by Zippy Laske
Original song “Dear Daughters” music and lyrics by Zippy Laske. Backup vocals by Mahle Roth & Haley Garland
Live Audio Engineering by Katharine Horowitz and John Robinson
Mixed and Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell
Lighting by Ellie Simonett
Photos by Bonni Allen

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Ep. 25 Nurturers – LIVE – with guests Ann Reed, Mary Jo Pehl & Jennifer Baldwin Peden May 31, 2022

In this powerful show, iconic singer Ann Reed honors the original Mother’s Day and our heroes. Comedian Mary Jo Pehl reads from her new memoir, out now, “Dumb, Dumb, Dumb, My Mother’s Book Reviews.” Performer Jennifer Baldwin Peden advocates for her sons, one with Down Syndrome. Brittany Delaney sees her mother in herself. Zippy Laske sings a tribute to her grandmother. And Sue Scott is grateful for the teacher who wasn’t afraid to push.

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #25 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Brittany Delaney, Zippy Laske, Sue Scott
Written by Brittany, Zippy, and Sue
Special Guest is Jennifer Baldwin Peden.
Musical Guest is Ann Reed.
Guest Contributor is Mary Jo Pehl
Original songs “Mother’s Day” and “Heroes” music and lyrics by Ann Reed
Original song “Seed Sown In Me” music and lyrics by Zippy Laske
Reading from her memoir, “Dumb, Dumb, Dumb, My Mother’s Book Reviews” by Mary Jo Pehl
Opening song excerpt from “Lioness” by Rachel Kurtz
Live Audio Engineering by Katharine Horowitz and Richard Graham
Mixed and Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell
Lighting by Lexi Carlson
Photos by Amanda Skeivik

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Ep. 24 In Real Time – LIVE – with guests Dr. Artika Tyner & Rachel Kurtz Apr 30, 2022

Guest Dr. Artika Tyner, civil rights lawyer, educator and founder of Planting People Growing Justice talks about making a difference in real time for future leaders of color. Powerhouse singer Rachel Kurtz, encourages young women and LGBTQ kids to live strong! Dae Yang, with help from Zippy Laske, finds herself through her name. Silvia Pontaza and Sue Scott attempt a pep talk for kids. + We hear an excerpt from Artika’s award winning Children’s book, “Justice Makes a Difference.”

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #24 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Dae Yang, Silvia Pontaza, Zippy Laske, Sue Scott + Ayla Porter & Dana Lee Thompson
Written by Dae, Silvia, Zippy, and Sue
Special Guest is Dr. Artika Tyner founder of Planting People Growing Justice.
Musical Guest is Rachel Kurtz.
Original songs “Lioness” and “Gay Kids” music and lyrics by Rachel Kurtz
Original song “My Name” music and lyrics by Zippy Laske
Adaptation from the children’s book, “Justice Makes a Difference” by Dr. Artika Tyner performed by Ayla Porter and Dana Lee Thompson
Live Audio Engineering by Katharine Horowitz & John Robinson
Mixed and Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell
Lighting by Bill Healey & Lexi Carlson
Photos by Amanda Skeivik

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Ep. 23 Courage – LIVE – with guests Cheryl Thomas & Natalie Nowytski Mar 31, 2022

We are Standing with Ukraine via musical guest Natalie Nowytski! Founder of Global Rights for Women, Cheryl Thomas, helps us think legally about violence against women. Brittany Delaney unpacks a metaphor and becomes a warrior. + Sue Scott and Zippy Laske thank Bill Penzey and his “every kind of very kind people!” Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #23 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Sue Scott, Zippy Laske and spoken word artist, Brittany Delaney
Written by Brittany, Zippy, and Sue
Special Guest is Cheryl Thomas, founder and CEO of Global Rights for Women.
Musical Guest is Natalie Nowytski with Scott Keever on guitar.
Original songs “Vinok na mohylu” and “Moj rodin” music and lyrics by Natalie Nowytski
Original song “Very Kind People” music and lyrics by Zippy Laske
Live Audio Engineering by Katharine Horowitz and John Robinson
Mixed and Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell
Lighting by Bill Healey
Photos by Amanda Skeivik

HELP FOR UKRAINE suggested by our musical guest, Natalie Nowytski:

Medical and refugee aid through Project Hope www.projecthope.org
Humanitarian aid through the Canada-Ukraine Foundation www.cufoundation.ca
Aid to Ukraine’s Armed Forces through the National Bank of Ukraine https://bank.gov.ua/en/news/
A repository of links for Humanitarian aid: www.supportukraine.co

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Ep. 22 Divine Interventions – LIVE – with guest Carolyn Holbrook Feb 28, 2022

It’s our February episode!

Special guest Carolyn shares with Sue her journey from incarcerated teen to celebrated literary arts advocate. Brittany offers up a mistaken door that led to healing. Silvia recounts a phone number that changed her life. And musical guest Ivory Doublette sings the original “We Are One” with Zippy Laske and Tim Carrow.

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #22 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Silvia Pontaza, Sue Scott, Zippy Laske and spoken word artist, Brittany Delaney
Written by Brittany, Silvia, and Sue
Special Guest is Carolyn Holbrook
Musical Guest is Ivory Doublette with Tim Carrow on guitar
Original song “We Are One” music and lyrics by Timothy Levy from the upcoming musical celebrating women activists, PROTEST: A Revolutionary Rock Opus – http://protestrockopus.com/
Excerpts from Carolyn Holbrook’s memoir, “Tell Me Your Names and I Will Testify” and an anthology co-edited with David Mura, “We Are Meant To Rise”
Live Audio Engineering by Dieter Poppen with assistance by Mikayla Finnegan
Mixed and Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell
Lighting by Nick Walberg
Photos by Sara Erdman
Social Media assistance by Ashton Schneider

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Ep. 21 Grateful – LIVE – with guests Cathy Wurzer and Jennifer Grimm Jan 04, 2022

It’s our December episode! Special guest, broadcast journalist Cathy Wurzer, shares her joy-filled, inspiring work. Musical guest Jennifer Grimm, with husband Joe Cruz, brings us a little holiday. Guest Carole Jean Anderson is grateful to be creative again. Zippy Laske aspires to be somebody’s somebody, + Dae Yang, Silvia Pontaza & Sue Scott.

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #21 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Silvia Pontaza, Dae Yang, Sue Scott, Zippy Laske and guest Carole Jean Anderson
Written by Carole Jean, Silvia, Dae, Zippy and Sue
Special Guest is Cathy Wurzer
Musical Guest is Jennifer Grimm with Joe Cruz on guitar
Original song “Somebody’s Somebody” music and lyrics by Zippy Laske
Original song “A Quiet Christmas” music and lyrics by Jennifer Grimm
Excerpts from “Remember” by Claudia Schmidt sung by Carole Jean Anderson
Live Audio Engineering by Katharine Horowitz with assistance by Mikayla Finnegan
Mixed and Edited by Sue Scott
Mastered by Tony Axtell
Lighting by Barry Browning
Photos by Amanda Skeivik
Social Media assistance by Ashton Schneider

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Ep. 20 Figuring It Out – LIVE – with guests Melissa Olson and Kat Perkins Nov 30, 2021

Special guest and Documentarian, Melissa Olson, shares her journey of discovering the truth. Musical guest Kat Perkins asks us to live fearlessly! Cast members Shanan Custer, Dae Yang, Silvia Pontaza and Sue Scott tell stories that make sense…now. And Zippy Laske wants us to shine like the moon!

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #20 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Shanan Custer, Silvia Pontaza, Dae Yang, Sue Scott and Zippy Laske
Written by Shanan, Silvia, Dae, Zippy and Sue
Special Guest is Melissa Olson
Musical Guest is Kat Perkins with Eric Warner on guitar.
Original song “Moon Song” music and lyrics by Zippy Laske
Original song “Fearless” music and lyrics by Kat Perkins
Live Audio Engineering by Katharine Horowitz and Sam Hudson
Mixed and Edited by Sue Scott.
Mastered by Tony Axtell
Lighting by Barry Browning
Photos by Amanda Skeivik
Social Media assistance by Ashton Schneider

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Ep. 19 LIVE AGAIN! – with guest Betty Folliard Oct 30, 2021

We are live again! Guest Betty Folliard, founder of ERAMN, enlightens us on her tireless fight for equal rights for women. Brittany Delaney delivers a stirring poem about Justice. Zippy Laske asks us to make peace with our shadows. Musical guest Nora Montanez Patterson performs her original tribute to the activist Dolores Huerta from the upcoming PROTEST! And our Island cast shares stories of resiliency.

Episode Details

Island of Discarded Women Episode #19 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Silvia Pontaza, Dae Yang, Mo Perry, Sue Scott, Zippy Laske and spoken word artist Brittany Delaney
Written by Brittany, Silvia, Dae, Mo, Zippy and Sue
Special Guest is Betty Folliard
Musical Guest is Nora Montanez Patterson with Tim Carrow on guitar.
Original song, “Dragon Lady” music by Miguel Gonzales, lyrics by Nora Montanez Patterson, written for the Revolutionary Rock Opus PROTEST!
Original song “Until You’re Back” music and lyrics by Zippy Laske
Live Audio Engineering by Sam Hudson and Katharine Horowitz
Edited by Sue Scott. Mixed and mastered by Sam Hudson with Katharine Horowitz
Lighting by Barry Browning
Photos by Sara Erdman
PR assistance by Dorothy Rand
Social Media assistance by Ashton Schneider

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Ep. 18 Remembering – with special guest Jearlyn Steele Jun 14, 2021

We are remembering, honoring and paying attention. Jearlyn Steele, shares family joys and tragedies and ultimately decides to keep on singing. Candace Barrett Birk remembers the father she never knew. And Sue wonders about the racial history we didn’t learn in the 5th grade. Plus, a shout out to our newest graduate, Dae Yang!

EPISODE DETAILS

Island of Discarded Women Episode #18 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Special Guest is Jearlyn Steele
Storytelling guest is Candace Barrett Birk
“Blessed Assurance” Performed by Jearlyn Steele. Arranged and accompanied by Billy Steele.
“This Little Light of Mine” excerpt performed by Jearlyn Steele
“American Anthem” (underscoring Candace’s story,) written and composed by Gene Scheer. Performed by Brian Pekol
“Natural Woman” by Carole King. Excerpt performed live by Carole King and Jearlyn Steele on A Prairie Home Companion, October 13, 2007 in Baltimore, MD
Music transitions and underscoring arranged and performed by Brian Pekol
Episode edited, mixed and sound designed by Sue Scott. Mastered by Tony Axtell
Assistance by Hannah McDonald and Ashton Schneider

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Ep. 17 Healing the Silence – with special guest Jennifer, a survivor Apr 05, 2021

Jennifer had stayed silent for decades, but when she finally revealed to her family that she had been sexually abused as a child by a family member, she was silenced all over again. She shares her ongoing journey towards breaking the silence. Plus, Holly, a licensed psychologist, provides insight into child sexual abuse within the family. April is National Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Month. If you need help to break through the silence, please call the 24/7 hotline: 1-800-656-4673 or rainn.org

EPISODE DETAILS

Island of Discarded Women Episode #17 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Special Guest is Jennifer Grimm – Mother of 4, professional musician and composer. Lives in the Twin Cities. www.jennifergrimm.com
Additional guest is Holly Smart, a licensed Psychologist and registered Art Therapist who teaches art therapy courses at the Adler Graduate School including courses in grief and loss issues, children and adolescents and family systems. She has over 30 years of therapy experience working with children and families, as well as women impacted by complex trauma.
“Easy Now” written and performed by Jennifer Grimm with husband, Joe Cruz on guitar.
“Hush Now” lullaby written and performed by Jennifer Grimm
Episode edited and mixed by Sue Scott. Mastered by Tony Axtell
Assistance by Hannah McDonald

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Ep. 16 Grace – with Pastor Ingrid Rasmussen, Rabbi Shosh Dworsky & Sister Jane McDonald Jan 31, 2021

Searching for Grace, Hope and Gratitude during these unsettling times. Sue talks with 3 women of faith. Regina delivers a powerful poem by Brittany Delaney, Shanan mourns virtually and Miri, the Lava Lamp, masks up!

EPISODE DETAILS

Island of Discarded Women Episode #16 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Written by Brittany Delaney, Shanan Custer and Sue Scott
Special Guests are Ingrid Rasmussen, Shosh Dworsky & Jane McDonald
Cast: Silvia Pontaza, Regina Marie Williams and Shanan Custer
“Hinei Mah Tov” arrangement by Rich Dworsky, featuring Sally Dworsky on lead vocal, Peter Ostroushko on mandolin, Dean Magraw on guitar and Rich Dworsky on piano/keyboards and background vocals
“Holden Evening Prayer” performed by the Holy Trinity Lutheran Singers, directed by Ann Schrooten and accompanied by Rachel Trelstad-Porter
McDonald Sisters singing moments from a 2015 video documentary of the sisters by Bill Sorem
Opening: “Stand Up” by Kelley Hunt/Al Berman, with EEs Music publishing, BMI 88 Records EERSUS1801
Episode edited and mixed and sound designed by Sue Scott. Mastered by Tony Axtell
Assistance by Hannah McDonald

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Bonus: “Dear Mitch” A Relevant Replay for the Runoff! Dec 29, 2020

Just in time for the Georgia Runoff Elections! This very timely excerpt from Ep. 5 was recorded LIVE from Minneapolis in August 2019. To support the Georgia runoff effort, please go to fairfight.com, the incredible organization founded by rock star, Stacey Abrams!

BONUS DETAILS

“Dear Mitch” was written and performed by Sue Scott
Song written and performed by Zippy Laske
Illustration by Sara Richardson

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Ep. 15 Stand Up – with Guest Duchess Harris Oct 28, 2020

Celebrating women speaking out! Shanan takes a train to an inauguration. Brittany wonders if she can be a Ruth. Dawn does the 19th Amendment. Sue votes from her heart. Special guest, History Professor Duchess Harris, fills in the blanks and R&B singer Kelley Hunt gets us on our feet!

EPISODE DETAILS

Island of Discarded Women Episode #15 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Written by Shanan Custer, Brittany Delaney, Dawn Brodey and Sue Scott
Special Guest is Duchess Harris
“Stand Up” by Kelley Hunt/Al Berman, with EEs Music publishing, BMI 88 Records EERSUS1801
Episode edited and mixed by Sue Scott. Mastered by Tony Axtell
Assistance by Hannah McDonald

Listen to Kelley Hunt’s song,“Stand Up,” from this episode! The entire song!

http://www.kelleyhunt.com/home.html

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**Ep. 14 Insight – with Regina Marie Williams, Isabell Monk O’Connor & Kelli Foster Warder** Aug 19, 2020
EPISODE DETAILS
Three conversations with three strong Black women. All in the arts. All with insightful personal stories to share. Plus, Sue and Zippy deliver an ode to a woman we all know and maybe wish we didn’t.
Island of Discarded Women Episode #14 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Written by Sue Scott
Special Guests are Regina Marie Williams, Isabell Monk O’Connor & Kelli Foster Warder
Parody of “You Don’t Own Me” written by Sue Scott. Performed by Zippy Laske and Kyle Kimbllin
Episode edited and mixed by Sue Scott. Mastered by Tony Axtell
Excerpt of “Mississippi Goddam” by Nina Simone, performed by Regina Marie Williams in the play, NINA SIMONE: FOUR WOMEN by Christina Ham
Excerpt from Theatre Latte Da’s production of FIVE POINTS, by Harrison David Rivers, Ethan D. Pakchar & Douglas Lyons. Choreographed by Kelli Lin Foster Warder
“She Won’t Go Steady” by Kelly, Cathie & Ardire, performed by Ronnie Booker and the Boardwalkers
Assistance by Hannah McDonald

Collective PTSD
Family of 4
Essential bus
Adrenaline Rush by Rudy Francisco
Mother and son
Memorial site
Masked musician
Fierce mural artists
Black Lives Matter
The brick thrower
Flowers in the rubble
The indigenous dancers
+ the translucent egret
+ the iridescent drangonfly

Photos by Regina Marie Williams

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**Ep. 14 Insight – with Regina Marie Williams, Isabell Monk O’Connor & Kelli Foster Warder** Aug 19, 2020
EPISODE DETAILS
Three conversations with three strong Black women. All in the arts. All with insightful personal stories to share. Plus, Sue and Zippy deliver an ode to a woman we all know and maybe wish we didn’t.
Island of Discarded Women Episode #14 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Written by Sue Scott
Special Guests are Regina Marie Williams, Isabell Monk O’Connor & Kelli Foster Warder
Parody of “You Don’t Own Me” written by Sue Scott. Performed by Zippy Laske and Kyle Kimbllin
Episode edited and mixed by Sue Scott. Mastered by Tony Axtell
Excerpt of “Mississippi Goddam” by Nina Simone, performed by Regina Marie Williams in the play, NINA SIMONE: FOUR WOMEN by Christina Ham
Excerpt from Theatre Latte Da’s production of FIVE POINTS, by Harrison David Rivers, Ethan D. Pakchar & Douglas Lyons. Choreographed by Kelli Lin Foster Warder
“She Won’t Go Steady” by Kelly, Cathie & Ardire, performed by Ronnie Booker and the Boardwalkers
Assistance by Hannah McDonald

Collective PTSD
Family of 4
Essential bus
Adrenaline Rush by Rudy Francisco
Mother and son
Memorial site
Masked musician
Fierce mural artists
Black Lives Matter
The brick thrower
Flowers in the rubble
The indigenous dancers
+ the translucent egret
+ the iridescent drangonfly

Photos by Regina Marie Williams

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Ep. 13 Listening – with Guest Sarah Lynne RN Jun 28, 2020

EPISODE DETAILS

In our second “from home” episode, we reflect and react to the murder of George Floyd and the ongoing pandemic. Dae talks about “living while Asian” in this time of COVID. Shanan lets us know that the Anger Hut has reopened, sort of. Regina, brings a searing Nina Simone song to life. New contributor, Dawn Brodey, wonders what life would be like if her 2 year old were black. Sue acknowledges that it is systemic. And our guest, Sarah Lynne, shares her perspective from deep inside the coronavirus battle.

Island of Discarded Women Episode #13 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Dae Yang, Shanan Custer, Dawn Brodey, Regina Williams and Sue Scott
Written by Dae, Shanan, Dawn and Sue
Special Guest is Sarah Lynne
Original underscoring by Zippy Laske
Edited and mixed by Sue Scott. Mastered by Tony Axtell
“Brown Baby” by Oscar Brown Jr., performed by Regina Williams as part of New Dawn Theatre’s “A Breath for George”
Assistance by Hannah McDonald

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Ep. 12 Who’s Zooming Whom? – In Quarantine – with Guests Fran & Drew Jansen Apr 29, 2020

EPISODE DETAILS

In our first episode from home, we attempt an Island Zoom. Mo unearths an historical reference. Shanan shares her diary. Nancy visits her brave dentist. Sue wonders What If. Zippy’s song, “Holding Onto Faith,” soothes our souls. And our special guests are a mother and son. One is no longer with us. The other tells her story.

Island of Discarded Women Episode #12 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Mo Perry, Shanan Custer, Nancy Bagshaw Reasoner, Regina Williams, Silvia Pontaza, Dae Yang and Sue Scott.
Written by Mo, Shanan, Nancy, Sue and Zippy.
Special Guests are Fran & Drew Jansen
Original song “Holding Onto Faith” by Zippy Laske
Edited and mixed by Sue Scott. Mastered by Tony Axtell
Mo Perry’s story was originally commissioned by Pollen Midwest
Assistance by Hannah McDonald

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Ep. 11 International Women’s Day – LIVE – with Guest Amy Matthews Mar 19, 2020

EPISODE DETAILS

Before we were “flattening the curve,” we were LIVE for International Women’s Day! Silvia shares her story of immigrating from Guatemala. Sue wonders when it will be the RIGHT time for a woman president. Dae relives a heart racing simulation of fleeing Laos. Special guest, Amy Matthews rebuilds your home and rebuilds her life after domestic abuse by creating a non-profit for survivors. AND Zippy and cast sing about rising again!

Island of Discarded Women Episode #11 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Silvia Pontaza, Dae Yang, Nancy Bagshaw Reasoner and Sue Scott.
Written by Silvia, Dae, Nancy and Sue
Special Guest is Amy Matthews
Original song “And Now She Rises” is based on a poem by Amy Matthews and Nina Orezzoli with music and additional lyrics by Zippy Laske
Live Audio Engineering by Zachary Thayer
Edited and mixed by Sue Scott. Mastered by Tony Axtell
Photos by Sara Erdman
Assistance by Hannah McDonald

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Ep. 10 Confidence – LIVE – with Guest Nekima Levy Armstrong Feb 16, 2020

EPISODE DETAILS

LIVE! Opening night in our NEW home, Crooners Supper Club! Lorna Landvik joins the Islanders and finds out that confidence is a muscle that needs flexing. Sue honors Mary Engelbreit’s courage. Zippy learns to say NO in “Straight from the Heart.” And special guest, Nekima Levy Armstrong shares her journey from South-Central LA, to Law Professor, to Civil Rights Activist.

Island of Discarded Women Episode #10 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Dae Yang, Nancy Bagshaw Reasoner, Silvia Pontaza and Sue Scott. With guest: Lorna Landvik.
Written by Nancy, Dae, Lorna and Sue
Special Guest is Nekima Levy Armstrong
Original song “Straight from the Heart” written and performed by Zippy Laske
Live Audio Engineering by Zachary Thayer and Tony Axtell
Edited and mixed by Sue Scott. Mastered by Tony Axtell
Photos by Rick Spaulding

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Ep. 9 Faith -LIVE- with Guest Susan Kimberly Jan 12, 2020

EPISODE DETAILS

LIVE! Our special guest, transgender trailblazer, Susan Kimberly, shares her very personal story. We hear a piece from her new play. The cast examines their faith. And a visitor washes up.

Island of Discarded Women Episode #9 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Dae Yang, Nancy Bagshaw Reasoner, Silvia Pontaza and Sue Scott. With guest actors: Sean Dooley and Freya Richman.
Written by Nancy, Dae, Silva and Sue
Excerpts from the play by Susan Kimberly: “Superman Becomes Lois Lane”
Special Guest is Susan Kimberly
Original song “Forget Not” written and performed by Zippy Laske
Live Audio Engineering by Barry Madore and Tony Axtell
Edited and mixed by Sue Scott. Mastered by Tony Axtell
Photos by Sara Erdman

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Ep. 8 Strings Attached – LIVE – with Guest Kim Insley Dec 10, 2019

EPISODE DETAILS

LIVE! The puppets crash the climate party. Nancy dreams of a Dr. Kildare shirt. Dae notes that strings are attached. Sue gets wrapped up in parody. Simone sings of diamonds and souls. And special guest Kim Insley talks sleeping in and moving on.

Island of Discarded Women Episode #8 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Nancy Bagshaw Reasoner, Dae Yang, Michelle Myers Berg, Sue Scott and guest singer/songwriter, Simone Perrin
Written by Nancy, Dae, Sue and Simone
Special Guest is Kim Insley
“Diamonds of Heaven” and “Hang My Soul” written and performed by Simone Perrin
Live Audio Engineering by Barry Madore and Tony Axtell
Edited and mixed by Sue Scott. Mastered by Tony Axtell
Photos by Sara Erdman

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Ep. 7 How Dare She – LIVE – with Guest Lorna Landvik Nov 11, 2019

EPISODE DETAILS

LIVE! The signs from the crowd get real. Shanan and Kate celebrate 16. Sue wonders if women ruled. Zippy sings about 2 things a girl should be. And funny author, Lorna Landvik, talks dreaming in full-blown characters and movie deals.

Island of Discarded Women Episode #7 was directed and produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Shanan Custer, Kate Wexler, Silvia Pontaza and Sue Scott
Written by Shanan Custer and Sue Scott
Special Guest is Lorna Landvik
Original song “Mixed Messages in a Bottle” written and performed by Zippy Laske
Live Audio Engineering by Barry Madore and Tony Axtell
Edited and mixed by Sue Scott. Mastered by Tony Axtell
Photos by Sara Erdman

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Ep. 6 Boundless Rage – LIVE – with Guest Kevyn Burger Oct 10, 2019

EPISODE DETAILS

LIVE! “End of the World” rehearsals begin. Sue honors the shoulders we’re standing on. The audience joins in and sounds off. Zippy sings about Boundless Rage. A tribute to Emma Lazarus. Nancy loves turning 70. AND special guest, Kevyn Burger, talks doing it all: TV, radio and print, with wit and grace.

Island of Discarded Women Episode #6 was produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Dae Yang, Nancy Bagshaw Reasoner, Mo Perry, Silvia Pontaza and Sue Scott
Written by Nancy Bagshaw Reasoner, Mo Perry and Sue Scott
Special Guest is Kevyn Burger
Original song “My Boundless Rage” written and performed by Zippy Laske
Live Audio Engineering by Barry Madore and Tony Axtell
Edited and mixed by Sue Scott. Mastered by Tony Axtell
Photos by Sara Erdman

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Ep. 5 Dear Mitch – LIVE – with Guest Nancy Carlson Sep 06, 2019

EPISODE DETAILS

LIVE from the Nord Social Hall! Shanan cancels her membership. Mo asks all to share stories of their female influencers. Sue and Zippy, make an appeal at the Open Mic to all the older white guys in power. AND special guest, Children’s book author and illustrator, Nancy Carlson, tells us how her husband’s FTD (Frontal Temporal Dementia) changed her life.

Island of Discarded Women Episode #5 was produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Shanan Custer, Dae Yang, Nancy Bagshaw Reasoner, Mo Perry, Silvia Pontaza and Sue Scott
Written by entire cast!
Special Guest is Nancy Carlson
Original song for “Dear Mitch” written and performed by Zippy Laske
Live Audio Engineering by Barry Madore and Tony Axtell
Edit and final mix by Sue Scott and Tony Axtell

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Ep. 4 Trust Me – LIVE – with Guest Robin Hickman Aug 08, 2019

EPISODE DETAILS

LIVE from the Nord Social Hall in Minneapolis! Paula Poundstone visits Sue in her dreams and tells her what to do. Mo “arrives” on the island to write a book and shares her story at the Open Mic. All write letters home. Zippy’s new song asks to “Trust Me.” Sue sits down with Robin Hickman to talk about her “Soulfull Dolls,” her “Lovin the Skin I’m In” classes and her uncle, Gordon Parks.

Island of Discarded Women Episode #4 was produced by Sue Scott
Cast: Shanan Custer, Dae Yang, Regina Williams, Nancy Bagshaw Reasoner, Mo Perry and Sue Scott
Written by Entire cast!
Special Guest is Robin Hickman
Original song: “Trust Me” written and performed by Zippy Laske
Live Audio Engineering by Tony Axtell
Edit and final Mix by Sue Scott and Tony Axtell

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Ep. 3 Plan B – LIVE – with Guest Ann Kim Jul 05, 2019

Episode Details

First of our monthly LIVE episodes at the NORD SOCIAL HALL in Minneapolis! Sue asks Miri about a Plan B, New wash up, Nancy, announces the auditions for her play, The End of the World, Dae shares a beautifully personal story and Zippy Laske follows with an original song. For the conversation, Sue sits down with Ann Kim, the 2019 Best Chef Midwest James Beard Award winner!

Island of Discarded Women Episode #3 was produced by Sue Scott
Written by Sue Scott, Dae Yang and Nancy Bagshaw Reasoner
Cast: Shanan Custer, Silvia Pontaza, Dae Yang, Candace Barrett Birk, Lolly Foy, Nancy Bagshaw Reasoner, Regina Williams and Sue Scott, with Cassi Henning on SFX
Special Guest is Ann Kim
Original song: “Paper Bird” written and performed by Zippy Laske
Live Audio Engineering: Tony Axtell
Edit and Final Mix by Sue Scott and Tony Axtell
Web design by Sara Richardson
Social Media coverage by Ashton Schneider

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Ep. 2 The Pitch – LIVE – with Guest Ann Bancroft Jun 03, 2019

Episode Details

LIVE from the Twin Cities Women’s Expo! Sue pitches her podcast, visits the Anger Hut and sits down with her special guest, the explorer, Ann Bancroft!

Island of Discarded Women Episode #2 was produced by Sue Scott
Written by Sue Scott, Shanan Custer and Laura Buchholz
Cast: Shanan Custer, Silvia Pontaza, Dexieng Yang, Candace Barrett Birk and Sue Scott, with Cassie Henning on Sound Effects
Special Guest is Ann Bancroft
Original songs: “Tale of a Woman” and “Freedom” written and performed by Zippy Laske with Diamond Floyd on back up vocals/guitar
Additional voices: Jackie Biederman, Carole Jean Anderson and Regina Williams
Audio Engineering, The Show Syndicate and Slang Productions
Sound Design and Final Mix by Noah Smith and Egg Music Studios Minneapolis
Additional audio engineering by Barry Madore
Web design/maintenance by Sara Richardson
Social Media coverage by Ashton Schneider

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Ep. 1 Washing Up – PILOT – with Guest Roxane Battle May 06, 2019

EPISODE DETAILS

Veteran radio actor Sue Scott, having been “put out to pasture,” has just washed up on the island. Dazed and confused, she sets out on a mission to discover what this island is all about, why all these amazing women are here and ultimately, what’s next.

Island of Discarded Women Pilot/Episode #1 was produced by Sue Scott and StoryPop Media
Written by Sue Scott and Laura Buchholz with contributions from Shanan Custer
Cast includes Shanan Custer, Silvia Pontaza, Jackie Biederman, Dexieng Yang, Carole Jean Anderson, Regina Williams, and Sue Scott
Special Guest is Roxane Battle
Original song “Fly Away” written and performed by Zippy Laske
Audio Engineering, Sound Design and Final Mix by Egg Music Studios Minneapolis
Additional audio engineering by Barry Madore, Jim Schnobrich, with Audio Ruckus, and Noah Smith
Web design/maintenance by Sara Richardson
Social Media coverage by Ashton Schneider

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Trailer – with Guest Paula Poundstone Feb 12, 2019

EPISODE DETAILS

A quick spin through the island set up and then Sue sits down with Paula P. before her gig in St. Cloud, MN! This is just a taste of the conversation with Paula. The full conversation will be part of the forthcoming episode #3.

This two Minute Trailer was produced by Sue Scott and StoryPop Media
Written by Sue Scott and Laura Buchholz with contributions from Shanan Custer
Cast includes Shanan Custer, Silvia Pontaza, Jackie Biederman, Dexieng Yang, Carole Jean Anderson, Regina Williams, and Sue Scott
Special Guest is Paula Poundstone
Original song “Fly Away” written and performed by Zippy Laske
Audio Engineering, Sound Design and Final Mix by Egg Music Studios Minneapolis
Additional audio engineering by Barry Madore, Jim Schnobrich, with Audio Ruckus, and Noah Smith
Web design/maintenance by Sara Richardson
Social Media coverage by Ashton Schneider

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