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Been There Done That tells real life stories of the Baby Boom Generation. Hosted by Jo Ann Allen.
Welcome to From the Margins to the Center, an original House of Pod production that unapologetically amplifies voices of marginalized folks. In this first short-run season we highlight women of color podcasters here in our home state of Colorado. These incredible humans will share their best stories, biggest moments on the mic, and a glimpse into their experiences within the audio industry.
World Champion Bull Rider Charlie Sampson talks about being a kid from Watts who became the first African American to reach the pinnacle of his sport. His many championship rides paved the way to his induction into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame. Charlie attributes his success to hard work, determination, and the unsung Black cowboys who blazed the trai…
Educator, community activist and cultural leader Rick Waters, Executive Director of the Denver Indian Center, talks about growing up in Oklahoma, Indian terminology, important moments in Native history, appropriate land acknowledgements, and more. See photos for the episode at https://beentheredonethatpodcast.com Denver Indian Center website is htt…
While Caitlyn Jenner, Elliot Page and RuPaul may be accepted, many more trans people are ridiculed, attacked and murdered over their gender expression. Activists say transphobia is being codified in some states by the growing number of anti-trans laws. Jo Ann explores gender expression and trans rights with Sable Schultz and Mia Yamamoto. This epis…
Fred and Linda and Brian and Joanne celebrate The 1967 Landmark Supreme Court ruling, Loving v. Virginia, which struck down state laws that prohibited interracial marriage. The couples talk about their lives over the past 50 years, including raising mixed race children and dealing with closed-minded people. They also offer advice to young couples a…
Jo Ann talks with William, a man who lives on the streets of Denver, about what his day-to-day life is like. And she speaks with Johnny, a man who works to provide services to homeless people. Jo Ann also offers ideas for helping, without judgment, people in dire need. Episode photos at https://beentheredonethatpodcast.com.…
Marc joins Jo Ann on the premiere of Season 4 to talk about how he became a podcasting pioneer, why stand-up comedy remains his first love, where acting fits in his world, and how he's living his best life as a person and a performer. See photos at https://beentheredonethatpodcast.comBy Jo Ann Alen
A preview of Jo Ann's conversation with comedian Marc Maron about the success of WTF and why he enjoys being a podcaster. https://beentheredonethatpodcast.comBy Jo Ann Allen
Encounters with police officers too often turn deadly for Black people in America. This is the story of a Denver resident who was stopped by a deputy sheriff for carrying what looked like a rifle on a suburban street in Colorado, a state where open carry is allowed by law. See photos for this episode at https://beentheredonethatpodcast.com…
Jo Ann shares breathtaking vistas of the Rockies from the vantage point of her high-rise apartment in Denver. See the photos at: https://beentheredonethatpodcast.com Bill Douglas https://billdouglas.cc Ars Nova Singers https://arsnovasingers.org
To celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month, we revisit a show from November 2020 with Civil Rights attorney Mia Yamamoto, a trans rights activist who transitioned late in life. She remembers decades of struggle in the wrong body and her eventual decision to make a change. beentheredonethatpodcast.com has photos of Mia. Click on Episodes and scroll down to Sea…
Highlights from a memorable Season 3 that features the 20th Anniversary of 9/11, a convict who turned his life around, a visionary artist, 3 remarkable journalists and a brave female firefighter. See photos at https://beentheredonethatpodcast.com
It used to be unusual for a little girl to grow up wanting to be a firefighter. Most folks were under the false impression that women weren't strong enough for the physically demanding job. But thankfully things changed, and in 1980, Laura and a group of brave women proved it was time to put such antiquated thinking to rest. Laura tells stories abo…
Jo Ann chats with Rachel Maddow about journalism, podcasting, getting started in radio news and much more. This is the last of a trio of episodes Jo Ann dubs her "farewell to journalism" conversations as she transitions to new challenges. See photos of Rachel at work and play at: https://beentheredonethatpodcast.com Also check out photos of Amy Goo…
Rachel Maddow is one of the most trusted people in broadcast news. I reconnected with my old friend to get her take on the well-being of journalism today. We talk about loving our profession, podcasting and more. This is a little taste of the full episode coming March 9. https://beentheredonethatpodcast.com…
Multiple Emmy, Peabody & Murrow awards winner Maria Hinojosa joins Jo Ann to talk about what newsroom leaders must do in order to practice journalism that reflects the country; calling out public media brass in particular. She offers advice to young people of color for staying sane while pursuing a journalism career and defines terms that describe …
Seniority Authority is a podcast that focuses on all aspects of aging well, from fitness to finance, brain health to downsizing, isolation to insurance and more. In this episode, host Cathleen Toomey and Jo Ann talk about the need for older people to engage actively with the world in order to make it a better place thru humanity and the understandi…
Jo Ann begins her “farewell to journalism” trio of podcasts with veteran reporter Amy Goodman, who is celebrating 25 years of hosting Democracy Now!, the independent nightly news program on TV and radio stations across the country. Amy talks about her concern for young people suffering thru the coronavirus pandemic, the importance of people working…
The ups and downs of life continue as the coronavirus pandemic remained front and center for another year. No one can say for certain what will change next year and what will stay the same. In this episode, Jo Ann looks back on the vicissitudes of 2021 and looks forward to a better 2022. See photos at: https://beentheredonethatpodcast.com…
Mary is a visual artist who is full of life, creativity and thoughts about this crazy world in which we live. She and Jo Ann were friends who lost track of each other more than 30 years ago. They recently discovered that they live only a few miles apart. Listen to them catch up as if they never skipped a beat. See photos for this episode including …
From the Margins to the Center debuted in early October featuring an interview with Jo Ann as part of a series highlighting women of color podcasters in Colorado who share their best stories, biggest moments on the mic and give a glimpse into their experiences in the audio industry. The goal going forward for this House of Pod production is to ampl…
Becca and Jeanette laugh about an "amateur audio" moment and share an exciting educational opportunity for creators of color in Colorado. Based on the popular From the Margins to the Center podcast incubators for women of color, this shorter workshop teaches the powerful fundamentals of audio storytelling -- focusing on story development, sound, an…
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Uninterrupted & Unedited with Michelle Jackson
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Michelle Jackson talks to us about her award-winning episode, A Candid Conversation about Race in America. We talk about racism and uprisings, editorial choices and recognition, and Michelle inspires us to make our own spaces at the table as creators of color. This episode includes tape from Michelle is Money Hungry Follow Michelle on Twitter and I…
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Moving Beyond the Mic with Natasha Pepperl
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Natasha Pepperl joins us to share her journey in producing the missing podcast--one that she needed to hear as a woman of color and first time foster parent. As a 2020 graduate of the AMPed podcast incubator for women of color, Natasha began this show during the pandemic. Along with her sister Rachel, Natasha has moved beyond the microphone to buil…
Sara Blanchard joins us today to share the "why" behind Dear White Women (DWW) podcast and inspires us to be heart-led as we deepen our commitment to social justice and anti-racist action. Listen to hear Sara’s personal story of reclamation as a biracial Japanese woman. This episode includes tape from Dear White Women Podcast listen & subscribe her…
Johnny is a convict. He's been in and out of prison 4 times and has definitely seen a few things. He talks about serving time and what he's up to now that he finally turned his life around. https://beentheredonethatpodcast.com
Jo Ann Allen joins us for our first episode of From the Margins to the Center. Jo Ann is the creator and host of Been There Done That, the show that tells the real life stories of the Baby Boom Generation. In this episode, we talk about the benefits of podcasting as an audio companion, creating a platform, and an invitation to bring ourselves into …
This is From the Margins to the Center, an original production from House of Pod that unapologetically amplifies voices of marginalized folks. We want to build a better world through better listening. In this prologue to the show, Rebecca Mendoza Nunziato and Jeanette Harris-Courts share origin stories, industry critiques, and their hopes and dream…
Approaching the 20th Anniversary of The World Trade Center attack, WNYC Reporter Beth Fertig and Jo Ann remember the toll the tragedy took on its many victims, New York City and them as journalists. The former colleagues relive the difficulty of covering that gut wrenching day and the weeks that followed September 11. See photos for this episode at…
WNYC Senior Reporter Beth Fertig joins Jo Ann to talk about being journalists on September 11, 2001 and how they feel 20 years later. Season 3 Episode 1 debuts September 8. https://beentheredonethatpodcast.com
Jo Ann learns to stop paying lip service to balance issues after sustaining a serious head wound and a concussion. She describes how a recent fall is prompting her to make needed changes. https://beentheredonethatpodcast.com
Melissa Davey talks about the joy of making "Beyond Sixty," a documentary that challenges the way we think about aging by exploring ten remarkable women whose resilience, defiance and achievements prove there is life beyond sixty. beentheredonethatpodcast.com
Jo Ann is always asking Baby Boomers to reveal personal stories. In the Season 2 finale, she remembers stories from her own life including a secret she's kept for 50 years. https://beentheredonethatpodcast.com
Anti-Asian American hate is nothing new. The difference today is we see it with our own eyes; the unbelievably horrific attacks against innocent people. Greg and Rachel have dealt with forms of hate and prejudice all their lives. See photos and leave a comment at https://beentheredonethatpodcast.com
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Vail Symposium: Examining Racial Justice with Wes Moore
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Jo Ann interviews the Robin Hood CEO about how everyday people can address racial injustice in this moment. beentheredonethatpodcast.com https://vailsymposium.org/
In the summer of 1967, Martha and her sister Molly got a job in a Boston bar that, unbeknownst to them, was owned by mobsters. They became entangled in a dispute with the owners that landed them before a judge. See photos of the sisters at beentheredonethatpodcast.com
What is it like to survive a small plane crash? John knows all too well. He describes the moments leading up to, during and after a recent accident in his Piper Cherokee 160. You can see photos of the plane before & after the crash, as well as John serving as the Crew Chief of an Army Medevac Unit in Vietnam at beentheredonethatpodcast.com.…
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A Virtual World Awaits: Finding Fun, Community & Connections
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This re-podcast of AARP’s Take on Today is from a recent Q&A tele-town hall that Jo Ann took part in about building community during the pandemic. The event highlights the virtual resources available to help older people heal and make friends. https://www.aarp.org/podcasts/take-on-today/ aarp.org/coronavirus Coming soon: Season 2 Ep 5 about a pilot…
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Getting Real About Getting Older, Live
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When Death, Sex & Money opened up the phones to talk with listeners over 60 about life today, we heard from people across the country about big changes and small ones. Here are some highlights from the special that Jo Ann co-hosted with DSM’s Anna Sale. beentheredonethatpodcast.com
Alix is a retired, decorated cop who makes the case for defunding the police. The link to a story about Jo Ann’s close encounter with a sheriff’s deputy in 2016, including photos together, is at beentheredonethatpodcast.com. Jo Ann talks about podcasting later in life on AARP's Tele Town Hall on Thursday, Jan 28 at 7PM ET. She also takes part in th…
Our country is rapidly aging. People over 65 may nearly double over the next 40 years. We’re also working later, living alone more often and facing greater financial hardship. Plus, the pandemic: 80% of COVID-related deaths in the U.S. have been people over 65. In this bonus episode, I host the podcast Death, Sex & Money to break down some of the s…
This year is coming to an end, at last. Jo Ann and 3 friends say goodbye to one of the most painful years of all-time and look forward to 2021. beentheredonethatpodcast.com Also, my special project about aging for Death, Sex & Money from WNYC Studios drops January 6. Check out my earlier conversation with host Anna Sale at deathsexmoney.org/aging.…
Civil rights attorney Mia Yamamoto is a trans rights activist who transitioned late in life. She remembers decades of struggle in the wrong body that led her to the decision to make a change. beentheredonethatpodcast.com Also, my special project about aging for Death, Sex & Money from WNYC Studios drops next month. Listen to host Anna Sale intervie…
E J Carr served in Vietnam as a Navy flier who tracked enemy subs & ships. He reads from letters he wrote during the war and remembers how he felt during the fighting. My 80-yr-old sister Betty returns with an update on her health 6 months after being hospitalized with COVID-19. I am hosting a special project about aging for the podcast Death, Sex …
Baby Boomers are back to tell real life stories. Photographer E J Carr remembers his service in Vietnam. And my big sister Betty is back to talk about her ongoing recovery from COVID.
The show that tells the real life stories of the Baby Boom Generation returns October 28 with photographer E J Carr remembering his time in Vietnam. And I speak with my sister Betty about how she's doing 6 months after being hospitalized with COVID-19.
Betty is a COVID-19 survivor at the age of 80. She’s also Jo Ann’s big sister. They talk about how Betty attributes her recovery to her nurses, her grandchildren, her positive attitude and the prayers of family and friends. She also offers advice on handling the disease. Visit beentheredonethatpodcast.com for more information about the show and hos…
Jeanne Robertson is a standup humorist who’s been on the comedy scene for 56 years. Her fans are mostly Baby Boomers who readily identify with her tales of living, delivered in a patented North Carolina accent. Her anecdotes about family & friends appeal to younger audiences as well. Jeanne opines about humor in the time of Coronavirus, remembers h…
Jamie remembers his wife, Metropolitan Opera radio broadcaster Margaret Juntwait, who died of ovarian cancer in 2015. Their intense love and mutual respect kept them enjoying life and each other as they battled the disease for more than a decade. In this special episode, Jamie talks about how the pain ebbs and flows nearly 5 years after Margaret’s …
A pair of stories features Baby Boomers telling separate but equally funny tales of surprise and misfortune. Pam laments a politically incorrect decision in the 1970s to assure herself more tips from waiting tables. While Linda recounts being the victim of a petty crime in the 1980s that would have landed her in jail had she reported it. Visit been…
As the trial of Donald Trump captures the country’s attention, BTDT goes back to the months leading up to the re-election of Richard Milhous Nixon, the first president in recent times to face possible removal from office and the only chief executive to resign. Jane recalls what it was like to work for the Committee for the Re-Election of the Presid…
