Best Nina Meehan Podcasts (2023)

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Podcast TYA

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Season 2 E: 1 - Review of Utah TYA in 2022 32:18

4M ago32:18

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In this episode of the podcast I'm my own guest! In 2022 I began reviewing plays for the Utah Theatre Bloggers Association (UTBA) and I recap what I saw in Utah TYA productions across the state in 2022. This is a condensed episode, and the full version can be found on our YouTube Channel at a later date. Coming up this season we have a 2-part inter…

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Creative Parenting with Nina Meehan

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Cari Nystrom on Family Photos without Stress 32:07

1y ago32:07

32:07

Cari Nystrom speaks with Nina about why family photos help build a sense of belonging and connection for kids and parents alike. She talks us through how to plan and get prepared for family photos, how to use creativity to make the process as fun as possible and tips for reducing the stressful aspects for parents. Links: https://www.carinystrom.com…

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Idris Goodwin on the Power of of Multi-Generational Theatre 35:46

1y ago35:46

35:46

Idris Goodwin, Artistic Director of Seattle Children’s Theatre, Playwright and Poet, speaks with Nina about why theatre for young people is critical for all kids. He also gives some stellar advice to parents of budding writers about how to help your child find their own path and celebrate their gifts. Idris is a father of two and reflects on how he…

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Creative Parenting with Nina Meehan

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Diane Davis on Creativity and Presence 34:44

1y ago34:44

34:44

Broadway Actress Diane Davis speaks with Nina about the challenges of being a mom of three little girls and continuing a career on stage, her time in “Harry Potter” on Broadway and the power of being present as an act of creative expression. Diane share with generosity an incredibly vulnerable experience she is going through, as she recorded this p…

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Creative Parenting with Nina Meehan

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Damona Hoffman on Dating, Stories and Legos 40:55

1y ago40:55

40:55

Dating Expert and Love Coach Damona Hoffman chats with Nina about how her early career work as a casting director and producer directly connects to how she supports people through creating online dating profiles and setting goals for their love life. Damona is the love expert on the Drew Barrymore show and hosts her own award-winning podcast “Dates…

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Creative Parenting with Nina Meehan

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Debbie Wicks La Puma and Family! 42:14

1y ago42:14

42:14

In this very special episode, Nina speaks with composer Debbie Wicks La Puma, who wrote the music for the musical version of Elephant and Piggie and the music for the HBO cartoon, Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed AND her three daughters Cici, Eve and Rosie. The La Puma household was filled with creativity as these girls grew up and now that they are out…

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Creative Parenting with Nina Meehan

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Chelsea Clinton on Reading with Your Kids 29:30

1y ago29:30

29:30

Chelsea Clinton talks with Nina about the benefits of reading with your kids, how she got into the work of writing children’s books to begin with and her own experience with books and her three kids. She also gives us a sneak peek into her brand new book releasing Sep 13, 2022 for sale which is all about what it means to be the big kid when the new…

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Trailer: Creative Parenting Season 2 3:53

1y ago3:53

3:53

A quick overview of what to expect in Season 2 of the Creative Parenting Podcast and some reflections on where we are now versus where we were a year ago. Links: https://www.instagram.com/nmeehan/ Produced by Will Retherford, Citizens of SoundBy Nina Meehan

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Podcast TYA

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Episode 7 - Idris Goodwin (Recorded Dec 2021) 42:00

1+ y ago42:00

42:00

In this episode of the podcast our guest is the in demand wordsmith and titan of a man, Idris Goodwin. Idris Goodwin is an award winning scriptwriter, breakbeat poet, educator and executive director of The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College. He was recently named a 2021 United States Artist Fellow. In addition to Can I Kick It?, …

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Episode 6 - Maria Cary 35:37

1+ y ago35:37

35:37

In this episode of the podcast our guest is the exhuberant and groundbreaking Maria Cary. Maria Cary is a professional Theatre for Youth educator. The current Drama and Dance Resource Teacher for Orange County Public Schools, she holds an MFA in Theatre for Young Audiences from the University of Central Florida and a BA in Theatre and Elementary Ed…

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Creative Parenting with Nina Meehan

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Allow Yourself to Explore the Awe with Kathy Hirsh-Pasek 26:42

2y ago26:42

26:42

Creative Parenting – Nina chats with Kathy Hirsh-Pasek about the "6 Cs" she presents in her NY Times bestselling book "Becoming Brilliant"--Collaboration, Communication, Content, Critical Thinking, Creative Innovation, Confidence. They also discuss the beauty and wisdom of children's art and what's behind all those scribbles.…

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Little c and Big C Creativity in our Education System with Matthew Worwood 33:23

2y ago33:23

33:23

Creative Parenting – Matthew Worwood, EdD, chats with Nina about creativity in our education system and the unique challenges for Dads about being creative in their parenting process. Matt and Nina discuss: How can Dads use creativity to change the narrative? How have teachers used this moment of COVID to push innovation in totally new ways in thei…

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Creative Parenting with Nina Meehan

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The Importance of Children's Strengths and Passions with Dr. Vicki Waller 43:15

2y ago43:15

43:15

Creative Parenting – In this episode with Dr. Waller, she invites all of us to find what our children are passionate about use their strengths to help them find their love of reading. She talks about her years of experience working with kids with learning differences and how she has used creative projects from art to music to help kids move forward…

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Creative Parenting with Nina Meehan

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The Five Questions Every Parent Needs to Ask Themselves with Ismet (Izzy) Mamnoon 44:25

2y ago44:25

44:25

Creative Parenting – Nina and Izzy talk about Izzy's very personal journey to discovering bringing the creative process to her parenting and how she has built that discovery into her career. She gives you the five questions you need to be asking right now to get more clarity on parenting and talks about her upcoming book.…

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Creative Parenting with Nina Meehan

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Ask Yourself: "Why Am I So Controlling?" with Julie Lythcott-Haims 39:22

2y ago39:22

39:22

Creative Parenting – Nina sits down with Julie Lythcott-Haims, author of the New York Times Best-Seller "How to Raise and Adult" to talk about letting go of helicopter parenting and how to break free from the trap of trying to control outcomes for our kids. Julie and Nina dive into how hard it is for parents right now and how we can actually make t…

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Creative Parenting with Nina Meehan

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Creating Your Own Interpretive Dance with your Kids with Ryan Kazprzak 48:35

2y ago48:35

48:35

Creative Parenting – Ryan has a career that started with a dance class that his mom sent him to against his will and has moved on to Broadway, So You Think You Can Dance and now Dance Supervisor for Hamilton. Nina and Ryan discuss how movement can be a conversation with your kids and a few fun games that you can do to bring dance to your home tonig…

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Episode 5 - Gene Columbus 53:20

2y ago53:20

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In this episode of the podcast our guest is the warm and mesmerizing Gene Columbus. Gene Columbus had a long and illustrious career with the Walt Disney Company before he became a renowned presence in the field of TYA. Gene served for over a decade as the executive director of what had been the Orlando Civic Theatre as it transitioned and blossomed…

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Creative Parenting with Nina Meehan

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Finding Your True North Stars with April Daniels Hussar 27:59

2y ago27:59

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Creative Parenting – In this conversation with the Managing Editor of Romper, April Daniels Hussar, Nina and April discuss the joy and importance of "Benign Neglect." April tells listeners what is the most important type of information for parents to pay attention to and what we should all be ignoring!…

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Creative Parenting with Nina Meehan

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20 Creative Thinking Skills with Dr. Cyndi Burnett 39:12

2y ago39:12

39:12

Creative Parenting – Nina sits down with Dr. Cyndi Burnett, Director of Possibilities for Creativity and Education and discusses how to create the space for creativity in your home. The 20 Creative Thinking Skills (download here) are incredible tools for inspiring your children and yourself. Cyndi and Nina get into the nuts and bolts of Creativity …

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The Improv of Parenting with Paul Underwood 29:37

2y ago29:37

29:37

Creative Parenting – Paul L. Underwood, author of of two recent New York Times articles: "How to Tell a Great Bedtime Story" and "Yes And...Clean Your Room" sits down with Nina to talk about all things parenting, improv and bedtime stories! Using improv technique to help us make parenting easier can be fun and easy!!…

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Real Mom Conversations with Marla Sokoloff 40:37

2y ago40:37

40:37

Creative Parenting – Marla Sokoloff is known for her incredible work as an actress on "The Practice," "Full House," Party of Five" and so many others. In this conversation, Nina and Marla break down what the reality of motherhood is like and how to balance a creative career. Marla also talks about her journey from acting to directing and her upcomi…

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Podcast TYA

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Episode 4 - Tim Webb 1:03:52

2y ago1:03:52

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In this episode, our guest is the charismatic, insightful, philosophical, and moving Tim Webb. Tim is the founder of the UK's Oily Cart company today Tim's work in theatre spans many decades and is focused on creating sensory engaging theatre for children with PMLDs or Profound Multiple Learning Disabilities. PLMD is not just those who are neurodiv…

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Creative Parenting with Nina Meehan

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Can’t draw a straight line? Draw a wiggly line! With Barney Saltzberg 37:44

2y ago37:44

37:44

Creative Parenting – Barney's book Beautiful Oops is an international phenomenon! Nina and Barney talk about the joy of giving kids and parents the opportunity to get messy and creative with art and how that can build connection. And he talks about the joy of being a grandparent! ~ Links: https://www.barneysaltzberg.com/ https://www.instagram.com/b…

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Creative Inspiration At Home and At Work with Kanika Chadda Gupta 26:36

2y ago26:36

26:36

Creative Parenting – Kanika Chadda Gupta is a mom of three and a former CNN reporter, a dancer, a podcast host and a brand specialist. In her conversation with Nina, she opens up about how she brings creativity into her home--spoiler alert, she shares stories from her grandmother with her kids while walking to school! She talks about the importance…

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Survivor and Games at Home with Myles Nye 32:16

2y ago32:16

32:16

Creative Parenting – Myles discusses how his experience designing games for the TV show Survivor is similar to raising his two boys. Nina and Myles deep dive into why games are a great tool for parenting and Myles reveals his go to game for all families looking to incorporate more game nights into their family life. ~ Links: http://mylesnye.com/ ht…

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Space and Structure for Imagination Play with Edan Lepucki 22:29

2y ago22:29

22:29

Creative Parenting – Nina was captivated by NYTimes Bestselling Author, Edan Lepucki's recent NYTimes article, "Don't Play With Your Kids...Seriously" and in this conversation Nina and Edan break down how to create space and structure for creative play and then let the kids go it on their own! We also talk about how Edan's innate creativity as a no…

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Podcast TYA

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Episode 3 - Chris Brown (Recorded April 2020) 40:27

2y ago40:27

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In this episode, our guest is the enterprising and accomplished Chris Brown. Chris Brown is the executive director of the Orlando Rep -- Central Florida's premiere TYA company. Orlando REP's mission is to create experiences that enlighten, entertain, and enrich the lives of family and young audiences. Their first season of children's plays was in 1…

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Finding Your People with Malynda Hale 33:25

2y ago33:25

33:25

Creative Parenting – In this conversation with Creative Influencer, Malynda Hale, Nina and Malynda talk about the power of art to help broaden minds and connect to the heart. Malynda talks about what it has meant to be a pandemic mom and how she sings to her daughter--she even gives us a little bit of a lullaby!! ~ Links: https://www.instagram.com/…

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Creative Parenting with Nina Meehan

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Learning is Two Directional with Jeff Raz 30:54

2y ago30:54

30:54

Creative Parenting – As a Cirque Du Soleil Clown, the Head of the Clown School in San Francisco and a father, Jeff had opportunities to learn to listen in all sorts of ways! Nina and Jeff discuss the critical importance of always being in learning mode with our kids and students and why they have just as much to teach us as we have to teach them. ~…

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Independence and Making Mistakes with Esther Wojcicki 30:21

2y ago30:21

30:21

Creative Parenting – Nina and Esther discuss the secrets of parenting with TRICK: Trust, Respect, Independence, Collaboration, and Kindness. Esther reminds parents of the critical importance of failure as a parth to learning and why, in her classroom, "do it again" became a mantra that helped her students thrive. ~ Links: https://raisesuccessfulpeo…

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Podcast TYA

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Episode 2 - Becky Wallin 34:42

2y ago34:42

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In this episode our guest is the impressive and wise Becky Wallin. Rebeca Wallin is the managing director of the Brigham Young University Young Company. Young Company is BYU's TYA touring company taking two shows a year to elementary and middle schools through out the state of Utah. Their fall show is usually a TYA script or an adaptation of a cont…

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Creative Parenting with Nina Meehan

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Imagination: An Endangered Species with Dr. Wendy Mogel 32:46

2+ y ago32:46

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Creative Parenting – Join Nina Meehan discussing imagination with Dr. Wendy Mogel. In this episode Nina and Dr. Mogel talk about how vital play and creativity is for families. Dr. Mogel invites parents to be curious, calm and captivated listeners as their children explore the unconscious through dreams or imagination through story. They discuss how…

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Creative Parenting with Nina Meehan

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Teaser: Welcome to Creative Parenting with Nina Meehan 1:22

2+ y ago1:22

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Creative Parenting – Creative Parenting with Nina Meehan is a new podcast for parents who are looking to bring more joy, fun and ease to the day to day of parenting! Nina, an award-winning theatre director, internationally recognized arts educator and mom of three, shares ideas, tips and tricks on infusing creative play and imagination into your ho…

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Podcast TYA

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Episode 1 - Nina Meehan 36:53

2+ y ago36:53

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In this episode, our guest is the brilliant and engaging Nina Meehan. Nina’s award-winning theatrical work for young people as CEO and Founder of Bay Area Children's Theatre has reached more than 1 million kids and adults and has toured nationally and internationally. As president of the board of directors of TYA/USA, the national organization of t…

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Podcast TYA

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Episode 0 - Intro to TYA with Scott Savage 58:04

2+ y ago58:04

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In this episode of the podcast, I go solo and discuss the field of TYA from my perspective! A little about me. I am a middle school theatre teacher in Salt Lake City at the states most wonderfully diverse middle school. I have a BA in Theatre Arts Education from Brigham Young University and an MFA in Theatre focused on Theatre for Young Audiences (…

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