Why Are You?

Morgaine - Lover of Words and Stories

Amethysta — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we meet Morgaine (no, a different one!) whose education in Ancient Mediterranean History turns out to be some of the most fascinating conversation I've had in a while! Morgaine and I discuss goddesses of carnal pleasure, the misogyny of translators, and better last lines than "That's All, Folks!"

REFERENCES:
Dreamers & Doers: https://www.dreamersdoers.com/
Sir Thomas Mallory's "Le Morte d'Arthur:" https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Le_Morte_d'Arthur
Pat Barker's "The Silence of the Girls:" https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Silence_of_the_Girls
Emily Wilson's "The Iliad": https://www.emilyrcwilson.com/the-iliad-sept-2023
Emily Wilson's "The Oddessy:" https://www.emilyrcwilson.com/the-odyssey
Gender Identity Today: https://genderidentitytoday.com

(00:00) - Show Opening
(00:34) - Introduction
(01:32) - Morgaine, Why Are You?
(02:37) - Hippie-Dippy College Education
(05:48) - Ishtar, Astarte, and Aphrodite Walk into a War
(11:31) - Does Knowledge of the Iron Age Change Our Perspective Today?
(13:37) - There Were Civilizations Before the USA
(15:59) - Etymology as the Basis of History
(19:59) - Morgaine's Favorite Word
(22:33) - Let's Play Fairies!
(24:28) - If You Could Be in History, Who Would You Be?
(28:29) - The Rage of Morgaine
(34:42) - Go Be a Hero or Stay as a Farmer
(39:25) - Ancient Greece Was an Oral Tradition
(44:17) - Fave Historical Fiction Authors
(45:34) - How Should Achilles Go Out?
(49:30) - Emily Wilson's Translations
(55:38) - Show Closing

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Sabene - Philosopher and Artist

Amethysta — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0600

In this show, I speak with Sabene - an artist in the true sense whose love for the craft shows in everything she does. Sabene and I discuss cadmium, the art from role-playing games, water lilies that will stop you in your tracks.

REFERENCES:
David Martin: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_L._Martin
Frank Frazetta: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Frazetta
William Whittaker: http://williamwhitaker.com/
William-Adolphe Bouguereau: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William-Adolphe_Bouguereau
Hans Holbein - Sir Thomas More: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portrait_of_Sir_Thomas_More
John Singer Sargent: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Singer_Sargent
Joshua Reynolds: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joshua_Reynolds
Titian: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Titian

(00:00) - Intro
(00:33) - Show Opening
(01:39) - Sabene, Why Are You?
(04:45) - Early Art Influences
(08:52) - Painting with Oils
(10:44) - The Struggles of Life Imitates Art
(15:52) - Finding Something to Say in Art
(18:26) - Art That Stops You Dead in Your Tracks
(22:24) - Water Lilies That Leap off the Canvas
(24:31) - Sabene's Primary Influences
(26:31) - Even If It Were to Fall Apart within a Year...
(28:07) - It's Hard to Make a Living as an Artist
(35:10) - There's Something Wrong with the Mouth
(37:24) - The Most Controversial Piece of Visual Art
(40:32) - Charcoal Drawings with the Outback
(43:30) - Don't Forget to Drink Your Cadmium
(44:50) - The Artwork "Sabene"
(48:15) - Not Quite Ready to Speak Sabene's Legacy
(52:05) - Goodbye #1
(57:05) - Goodbye #3?
(55:20) - Show Closing

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Ari - Healer through Literature

Amethysta — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0600

In this show, we meet Ari - a writer and editor whose healing energy inflames her fiction. Ari and I talk about hate on the internet, Wicca's gender binary, and no actual jokes about squirrels.

REFERENCES:
Clan of the Cave Bear: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Clan_of_the_Cave_Bear
Kaikeyi: https://www.amazon.com/Kaikeyi-Novel-Vaishnavi-Patel/dp/0759557330
Ari's Medium: https://medium.com/@arijensineink
Ari's Substack "Fighting for Writing": https://fightingforwriting.substack.com
Ariel Jensine Web Site: https://www.arieljensine.ink/
Gender Identity Today: https://genderidentitytoday.com
Amethysta's Website: https://amethysta.io

(00:00) - Intro
(00:33) - Show Opening
(01:30) - Ari, Why Are You?
(03:42) - Finding Ari's Authentic Voice
(06:04) - Connecting to Warm Bodies and Herself
(09:40) - Journaling in the Technology Age
(14:55) - Let's Play Fantasy (for healing, right?)
(18:22) - Working in the Metaphysical Realm
(22:25) - Reading Tarot Isn't Always Helpful
(24:32) - The Zone of Calm
(27:12) - The Internet Is a Good Outlet for Pain
(30:32) - Finding a Perfect Story
(31:52) - Being a Healer without Religion
(34:30) - Wicca Could Be More Inclusive
(37:36) - Ari's Bittersweet Ending
(43:49) - Separate the Art from the Artist
(44:24) - Fiction Makes Us All More Empathic
(46:44) - The Power of Story to Make Us Human
(53:06) - Where to Find Ari
(54:34) - That Funny Joke about Squirrels
(55:20) - Show Closing

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Morgan - Leader of the Parrot Incense Cabaret

Amethysta — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we meet Morgan - a hilarious, irreverent and vibrant woman...whom I ask to picture herself in the pirate's life. Morgan and I discuss such important topics as naming cars / boats, allowing your crew to choose for themselves, and whether we can float Florida out to sea a bit.

REFERENCES:
The Mandela Effect: https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-the-mandela-effect-4589394
Amethysta's Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Amethysta's Website: https://amethysta.io

(00:00) - Intro
(00:33) - Show Opening
(01:31) - Morgan, Why Are You?
(01:45) - What's with the Pirate Icon?
(05:15) - The Journey to Gender Transition
(06:07) - The Meaning of Morgan
(09:29) - The Myth of Arthur
(11:14) - Morgan's Middle Name
(14:14) - Captain Morgan's Sea Shanty Cabaret
(15:37) - Vad Hette Båten?
(16:31) - Shivering Your Timbers
(18:02) - Ami Shows No Maritime Experience
(20:33) - We All Fear Captain Morgan (On at Least Half the Seas)
(23:35) - Rum Incense
(27:24) - Plain Karen Jane
(31:53) - The High Waters of Lake Washington
(33:26) - Captain Morgan Sails into the Closest Bar
(34:57) - Passing...the Torch
(38:50) - Goodbye #1
(41:12) - Goodbye #2
(45:29) - Goodbye #3
(45:39) - Show Closing

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Reading "I Cried for 'Barbie'"

Amethysta — Fri, 04 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0600

Today's episode comes from an article I wrote this week after seeing the movie "Barbie." In short, I loved it, and I cried. My article is very heartfelt, and I get pretty emotional in this reading. So be aware. 💜

There are also very minor spoilers in this reading. If you do not want "Barbie" spoiled for you, go see it first!

REFERENCES:
Amethysta's Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Amethysta's Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

(00:00) - Intro
(00:33) - Show Opening
(01:41) - Reading "I Cried for 'Barbie'"

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Shannara - The Dark Night's Light

Amethysta — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we meet Shannara, one of the wackiest - and most wonderful - women I know. Shannara and I have a serious discussion about butterflies, the Power of Water, and the bastards whose deaths are celebrated.

REFERENCES:
Colorado Name Change Project: https://www.namechangeproject.org/
Amethysta's Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Amethysta's Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

(00:00) - Intro
(00:33) - Show Opening
(01:26) - Shannara, Why Are You?
(01:45) - Making a Difference
(05:24) - It's Hard to Change Your Name
(06:30) - Don't Be Happy When Shannara Is Dead
(08:50) - Real-Life Superhero
(14:00) - What Is Your Superhero Name?
(16:15) - What Is Your Superpower?
(24:20) - How to Carry a Million Butterflies
(26:00) - What Is Your Origin Story?
(34:53) - Who Is Your Supervillain?
(38:30) - Superman Kinda Sucks
(41:47) - How Would Your Adventures End?
(45:23) - Showing Up at Denny's
(47:20) - A Perfectly Normal Metal Show
(49:10) - The Possessions of Shannara
(55:58) - Show Closing

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Robin - Seeker and Traveler

Amethysta — Fri, 21 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we meet Robin - a sincere seeker of humanity and the truth. Robin and I discuss such scintillating topics as doing time in Timor, the best spices for cooking your leg, and saying goodbye when you know you'll never see the person again.

REFERENCES:
Find Robin on Medium: https://medium.com/@robin_wilding
Find Robin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@robin_wilding
Amethysta's Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Amethysta's Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

(00:00) - Intro
(00:30) - Show Opening
(01:23) - Robin, Why Are You?
(02:22) - Why Kan't Robin Sit Still?
(06:44) - East Timorese Detention Camp
(14:52) - Robin's Oyster
(19:44) - The Most Beautiful Language
(25:06) - The Most Disturbing Pets
(29:09) - Fireballs to the Face
(30:10) - The Smell of Travel
(31:09) - Freedom Units
(31:55) - Plane Food
(35:15) - Robin Stew
(37:32) - How Not to Say Goodbye
(44:47) - Hugs Are All Right
(47:14) - Show Closing

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Nanie - Natural Woman and Nonconformer

Amethysta — Fri, 14 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we meet a vibrant woman who found herself in the quiet of Ireland. Nanie and I laugh about the horrors of home, bland British food, and the value of carrying a bag of dirt with you in case you need a perfume.

REFERENCES:
Find Nanie on Medium: https://medium.com/@naniehurley
Amethysta's Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Amethysta's Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

(00:00) - Intro
(00:33) - Show Opening
(01:23) - Nanie, Why Are You?
(43:38) - Show Closing

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Saoirse - Sensual Spirit

Amethysta — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we meet a woman with a spiritual network across the globe. Saoirse and I discuss writing, bathtub guacamole, and mushroom fairy circles.

REFERENCES:
Find Saoirse on Medium: https://medium.com/@nimue_40902
Amethysta's Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Amethysta's Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

(00:00) - Intro
(00:33) - Show Opening
(01:22) - Saoirse, Why Are You?
(40:10) - Show Closing

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Molly - Teaching Inclusion

Amethysta — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 10:15:00 -0600

In this episode, we meet a woman who heals herself through improv and setting good boundaries. Molly and I discuss such heady topics as chocolate carrots, inappropriate hugs, and our favorite Spice Girl.

REFERENCES:
Find Molly on Medium: https://medium.com/@mollygmiller
Amethysta's Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Amethysta's Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

(00:00) - Intro
(00:33) - Show Opening
(01:28) - Molly, Why Are You?
(47:01) - Show Closing

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Lilith - Beautiful Fighter

Amethysta — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0600

Today on the podcast, we meet a writer who won't let oppression go without a fight. Lilith and I talk about Christina Aguilera, conservative Christianity, and the cold comfort of fish breath.

REFERENCES:
Find Lilith on Medium: https://medium.com/@lilith.helstrom
Amethysta's Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Amethysta's Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

(00:00) - Intro
(00:33) - Show Opening
(01:25) - Lilith, Why Are You?
(39:04) - Show Closing

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Michelle - All-Encompassing and Uncompromising

Amethysta — Fri, 16 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0600

In today's show, we meet a woman with a wonderful podcast voice. Michelle and I muse about too much coffee, saving the world, and the versatility of the avocado.

REFERENCES:
The MLG Collective: https://themlgcollective.com/
Find Michelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelleglogovac/
Amethysta's Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Amethysta's Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

(00:00) - Intro
(00:33) - Show Opening
(01:22) - Michelle, Why Are You?
(32:38) - Show Closing

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Bianca - Survivor and Mother

Amethysta — Sat, 10 Jun 2023 09:51:25 -0600

In this episode, we meet one of the originals in the LGBTQ technology community. Bianca and I talk about parenting, overtone singing, and trees.

REFERENCES:
Overtone Singing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHTF1-IhuC0
Baobab Tree: https://www.britannica.com/plant/baobab-tree-genus
Amethysta's Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Amethysta's Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

(00:00) - Intro
(00:33) - Show Opening
(01:38) - Bianca, Why Are You?
(37:20) - Show Closing

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Tori - Perceiver and Encourager

Amethysta — Fri, 02 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0600

Today we meet a woman who won't hesitate to tell you the good news or the bad. Tori and I talk about Washington, D.C., how to determine if you're a good person, and the stereotype around marketing (SPOLIER: Tori isn't an example).

REFERENCES:
Amethysta's Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Amethysta's Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

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Fiona - Folk Singer and Intellectual

Amethysta — Fri, 26 May 2023 11:00:00 -0600

In today's episode, we meet an Irish woman who has more past in a year than I do in a decade. Fiona and I discuss Irish myth, what makes a good song, and a new ice cream flavor from Ben & Jerry.

REFERENCES:
Follow Fiona on Medium: https://medium.com/@fionafeng78
Amethysta's Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Amethysta's Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

(00:00) - Intro
(00:33) - Show Opening
(01:50) - Fiona, Why Are You?
(48:25) - Show Closing

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Sirona Ryan - Place Holder and Video Game Character

Amethysta — Sat, 20 May 2023 21:02:24 -0600

I had a nice interview to publish, but the audio quality wasn't good, so we decided to try again. In the meantime, enjoy this audio from a video I posted regarding Sirona Ryan. More information below.

REFERENCES:
Original video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7q8N0sS-qM
Seattle Voice Lab: https://www.seattlevoicelab.com/
Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

(00:00) - Intro
(00:32) - Show Intro
(01:30) - Sirona Ryan
(06:53) - Show Outro

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amélie - Pioneer and Integrator

Amethysta — Fri, 12 May 2023 11:00:00 -0600

Today we meet an extraordinary person - one who extends beyond the borders that limit thought. Amélie and I discuss medical user interfaces, the need to question as opposed to direct, and why I should know enough not to change the words I am given.

REFERENCES:
amélie's personal website: https://amelie.is
amélie's Strategy Consultancy: https://www.userspacecraft.com/
Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

(00:00) - Intro
(00:38) - Show Opening
(01:42) - amélie, Why Are You?
(25:40) - Outro

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Jill - Dancer and Fighter

Amethysta — Fri, 05 May 2023 11:00:00 -0600

On the show today is a woman capable of setting the boundaries that helped her achieve a high level of skill in several fields. Jill and I talk about divorce, menopause, choreography, and being interesting.

REFERENCES:
Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

(00:00) - Intro
(00:38) - Show Opening
(01:36) - Jill, Why Are You?
(46:50) - Outro

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Sieran - Therapist and Pokéfan

Amethysta — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0600

In this episode is a man who has struggled with what life has to offer, which is why he chooses to change other people's lives now. Sieran and I discuss topics as varied as mental health, gender-affirming surgery, and Pokémon!

REFERENCES:
Find Sieran on Medium: https://medium.com/@sieranlane
Subscribe to Sieran's Ghost newsletter: https://sieranlane.ghost.io
Follow Sieran on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LaneSieran
Read Anastasia the Dragon stories: https://tapas.io/series/Anastasia-the-Enby-Dragon
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Amethysta's Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Amethysta's Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

(00:00) - Intro
(00:37) - Show Opening
(01:30) - Sieran, Why Are You?
(31:04) - Outro

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Rae - Warrior and Healer

Amethysta — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0600

On the show today is a person who combats misrepresentation in the human experience academically, professionally, and in their daily life. Rae and I have a discussion that spans many topics: from ingrained gender roles to use of voice in therapy.

REFERENCES:
Imari Babarin: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CqjVf0ctuBy/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
For more about gender-affirming voice work: https://www.becomingthroughsound.com/gender-affirming-voicework
Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

(00:00) - Intro
(00:38) - Show Opening
(01:30) - Rae, Why Are You?
(44:05) - Outro

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Zach - Brother and Seeker

Amethysta — Tue, 18 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0600

On the show today is a person who feels kinship with all of humanity. Zach and I talk about moving to the USA and finding ourselves through the mist of our parents' aspirations.

REFERENCES:
Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

(00:00) - Intro
(00:38) - Show Opening
(01:32) - Zach, Why Are You?
(21:29) - Outro

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Shannon - Physician and Ally

Amethysta — Fri, 14 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0600

On the show today is a man whose humility is only overshadowed by his conversation. Shannon raises some exceptional questions - ones neither of us can truly answer!

REFERENCES:
Follow Shannon on Mastodon: https://mastodon.social/@ShannonWebb
Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

(00:00) - Intro
(00:38) - Show Opening
(01:36) - Shannon, Why Are You?
(32:07) - Outro

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Cypress - Philosopher and Thinker

Amethysta — Tue, 11 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0600

As the first episode in this series, I wanted to ask a real philosopher to discuss identity, and Cypress was kind enough to oblige. We start off with a theory of identity before I ask Cypress "Why are you?" Cypress is a profound thinker - this is a wonderful inaugural episode!

REFERENCES:
Cypress's Academic Profile: https://philosophy.yale.edu/people/cypress-hall
Cypress's Advisor, Robin Dembroff: https://www.robindembroff.com/real-men-on-top.html
Judith Butler: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Judith_Butler
Substack: https://amethystadings.substack.com/
Website: https://amethysta.io

"Why Are You Theme" composed and recorded by Amethysta

(00:00) - Intro
(00:38) - Show Opening
(02:00) - A Brief Theory of Identity
(17:24) - Why Are You, Cypress?
(36:10) - Outro

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