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50 Foot Waitress Podcast

50 Foot Waitress Podcast

By Michelle Pappas

Offbeat conversational explorations, with wildly interesting people. Hosted by musician Michelle Pappas.
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Tough and Tender- Meet Grant Denton

50 Foot Waitress PodcastOct 27, 2021

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Tough and Tender- Meet Grant Denton

Tough and Tender- Meet Grant Denton

In this episode, I get to speak to Grant Denton- a man with a hard past who created healing in his life through sobriety and a strong mental attitude.  He serves his community through various outreach programs, his most recognized being The Karma Box Project. Grant is a real powerhouse.  We talk about surviving childhood trauma, abuse, homelessness- and how he transformed his life into the success it is today. His story is inspiring, and it's personal. 

Oct 27, 202101:12:58
The Hobbit Returns

The Hobbit Returns

I have come back to the Shire (eh, Reno) after a 3 1/2 month long solo trip across the country! It's been an incredible experience. Truly life changing. Travel is now one of my great loves. I drove into Nevada on the tail of the gargantuan fires eating at The American West... a surreal time to come back. I ramble a little, so cringe if you must.  Cringe is part of the podcast "birthing" process :) ALSO! Merch is coming 

Sep 14, 202127:59
Shout out to the Homies 2021

Shout out to the Homies 2021

Hello good people! I just wanted to say "hi" to everyone. Let's congratulate ourselves because we didn't fall into the tarpit that was the year of our Lord 2020.  This is also a little update on what I have been up to. I hope everyone is staying strong. Happy New Year, Love- Michelle :)

Jan 09, 202116:21
Don't Fear the Dark! The Return of Reno Magick's Misty Reiknights

Don't Fear the Dark! The Return of Reno Magick's Misty Reiknights

Rejoice listeners! The most wonderful time of the year is upon us.  As the colder months enshroud us, we can return to our inner lives, our quieter selves, and get back in tune with our sacred nature.  Misty Reiknights, owner of Reno Magick, visits The Hive once again to share some insight on how to enjoy this autumn and all its festivities.  We talk about the importance of honoring ancestors, how to celebrate Halloween (or Samhain) with deeper meaning, and some good TAROT talk!! You can find her shop, Reno Magick, at 1004 S. Wells ave, in RENO NV, or check them out online at renomagick.com. 

Oct 22, 202001:01:02
Timothy Glenn and the Field of Infinite Possibilities

Timothy Glenn and the Field of Infinite Possibilities

In this episode, Tim Glenn becomes our Cosmic Tour Guide.... we launch into the outer limits of possibilities, consider play time on the astral field, and contemplate the fabric of The Universe. Tim talks to me about The Field- of which every mind is a part. Buckle up, partners, it's going to be a ride. Question REALITY! You can find more about what Tim does at his website, soulpurposereadings.com. 

Oct 14, 202058:19
Conquer Your Monkey Mind- Chaz Allen and the Wonderful World of Floating

Conquer Your Monkey Mind- Chaz Allen and the Wonderful World of Floating

Floatation tanks, or sensory deprivation tanks- have become more and more popular these last couple years.  In this episode, Chaz Allen, owner of Reno's only float tank center, talks about how these amazing devices can help produce a multitude of therapeutic effects.  We chat  about the world of floating,  his role as a healer, and how his company has been recovering in an economy heavily fractured by the Covid pandemic.  For more information on what Chaz offers, find Healing One in Reno, Nevada.  Floating rocks!

Oct 08, 202001:51:34
The Rise of American Witchcraft- Meet The Ladies of Reno Magick

The Rise of American Witchcraft- Meet The Ladies of Reno Magick

In this very special edition of 5FWP, prepare to dive down deep, dear listener... into the world that is American Witchcraft.  The ladies of Reno Magick graced The Hive to talk about what magick really is, how it works, and why perhaps- there seems to be a current resurgence of interest in alternative modalities of spiritualty. Prepare to be enchanted AND educated! ( *clip art by Emily Balivet )

Sep 09, 202056:01
Vixen Hammish Wants to Feng Shui Your Day

Vixen Hammish Wants to Feng Shui Your Day

Today of the podcast, Vixen Hammish shares how YOU can promote harmony in your own life, cut through all the psychic foo foo floating around, and reclaim your energy! She also has a book, If You Pray You Can Feng Shui, which is available at Barnes and Noble and Amazon right now. 

Sep 01, 202047:37
Welcome to the Friendly Universe of Kristin Pitman

Welcome to the Friendly Universe of Kristin Pitman

Extra dimensional surgical elves are REAL! In this episode, Kristin shares her first time experiencing Ayahuasca in Costa Rica. She is also a hugely talented musician and songwriter. Tonight, we try to figure out how a performer captures that" golden moment"- when the stars seem to align into a moment of perfection. But the Machine Elves steal the show. 

Aug 20, 202057:14
The Brilliant Mind of Marc Magarin

The Brilliant Mind of Marc Magarin

Marc is a fresh face kid who graduated from UNR's engineering program, and now leads his own mechanical design firm. You can't always judge a book by its cover, however. He may be young, but he is The Hive's own Wizard in Residence. In this episode,  Mark gabs about things like how to mine asteroids, the state of STEM programs, and 3D printing... and I pretend to know what he's talking about :) Enjoy !

Aug 19, 202029:25
The State of Her Art - Lauren Hufft

The State of Her Art - Lauren Hufft

Imagine if you were on an epic road trip, on route to delivering giant art installations, only to have it mysteriously halted- by a pandemic... how would you redirect your plans? In this episode, Lauren Hufft talks about how she presses on through these strange times. She is a talented and dedicated artist who knows how to tackle adversity.  If you need some real inspiration as an artist during 2020, THIS episode is for YOU. Find Lauren on Instagram and her new favorite, Tik Tok !

Aug 18, 202040:02