Very Merry

As we wrap up our first full season of The Amy Beth Arkawy Show, I want to send gratitude and glad tidings to our fabulous roster of guests and our amazing and growing audience of literate and engaged thinkers.

What started as an under-the radar- over the radio rainbow- experiment in February 2013 has evolved into a successful Internet radio show and podcast. We have been honored to receive awards from Media Bytes, which, in designating the show as a "Top Professional Podcast," calls it " an empowering and entertaining tour de force." What a thrill and honor. And that award has garnered the show attention and helped it stand out in a crowded universe of podcasts.

We have been equally honored to have several shows named Top Picks by the critically acclaimed Arts Wire site. Among those praised shows:  our conversations with philanthropist and cabaret star Tony Cointreau, bestselling author Jack Englehard, former DJ turned author Jo Maeder, and a special show featuring a tribute to songwriter Gerry Goffin and an interview with fellow mystery author Steve Schrott.

And we went viral as our show featuring convicted felon turned self-proclaimed prison coach Wendy Feldman and her disparaging comments on Reality TV convicts Teresa and Joe Guidice before she took the controversial couple on as clients spurred national attention by a wide range of top gossip sites including TMZ zand Radar Online. Later, when Feldman publicly dumped them and disparaged them again, the show drew another round of viral traction. All proof that you can never under-estimate the power of the mighty little podcast.

My favorite shows are those that feature guests who are dedicated to their creative work and can offer insights into the process as well as highs and lows of their journeys. And it continues to thrill me when I hear from listeners whose own endeavors are enhanced by our shows.

Personal connection is key. And social media allows us to start and continue conversations in meaningful ways.

We look forward to weaving another rich mosaic of voices from the arts, pop culture, personal growth and justice in 2015. If you have a a story to share, please reach out.

On behalf of myself and the hearty TCS crew, here's to a Happy, Healthy Holiday season and Most Merry New Year!

Drive safe. Play nice. Dream big.

aba

May Daze

As Spring fever finally sets in we're excited to note our little show continues to garner attention. Along with our Media Bytes award, we have racked up another Top Pick from ArtsWire. We're so delighted our show featuring the wonderful Tony Cointreau, whose moving memoir Ethel Merman, Mother Teresa And Me recounts his remarkable life with humor, compassion and courage, was singled out. Tony is a fab guest and his book is worth the read!

Now, on with the show... Here are our merry May offerings:

May 2: Musician Jerry Boutet talks career, influences and shares his unique sound. 

May 9: Former Rock DJ Jo Maeder ( The Rock 'n' Roll Madam) discusses her moving memoir When I Married My Mother. Plus our Mother's Day send-up. 

May 12: Phil Stanford, Watergate Call Girl author talks new theories surrounding the notorious political scandal. 

May 19: Mystery author Julie Seedorf returns to unveil her latest Granny book. And talks about hunger in America. 

May 30: Musician Ed Roman shares his passionate sounds and talks inspiration. 

And a sneak peek at June: It's Music Month as we introduce several rising singer-songwriters and visit with a pair of fan favorites. You'll also meet a new mystery author! Plus our Summer Song special, featuring listener requests and dedications. Send them in via the website or on Twitter @abwrites #SummerSongs by Friday, 6/13. 

By the way, we're always looking for compelling storytellers. So if you have one to share, reach out to the The Amy Beth Arkawy Show. 

Drive safe. Play nice. Dream big. 

aba