Surprise Cast

Apr 01 2025 100 ep. 71 mins

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What does quality art mean to you? Hello. My name is Dubya, host of this special channel. Enjoy my conversations with online artists and musicians via a show called Surprise Cast. Their creative work influences how we view their world while giving us fresh and new perspectives on our lives. In addition, I host a feature called P.C.E.! (Post Concert Energy). We have exciting conversations about concerts and the way they impact us. Get ready to be entertained and educated! Thanks for your support - it always means a great deal to me.

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Surprise Cast #155 Paige K. Parsons (Photographer)

Apr 01 2025 81 mins

How do art and compassion collide?In this heartwarming episode of Surprise Cast, we dive into the world of photography and empathy with acclaimed photographer Paige K. Parsons. Broadcasting from her home in Palo Alto, California, Paige shares her unique journey from the tech hub of Silicon Valley to capturing the soulful essence of musicians and live performances through her sharp

Surprise Cast #154 A Deeper Heaven (Marc Wheeler)

Mar 28 2025 94 mins

How does one overcome adversity? In this motivating episode of Surprise Cast, I welcome special guest Mark Wheeler, a musician (A Deeper Heaven) whose life story is as intriguing as his dreamy music. Mark opens up about his turbulent yet inspiring journey, marked by his roles as a peacemaker in a family grappling with emotional challenges and his transformation into a self-reliant

Surprise Cast #153 Mark Robinson (TeenBeat Records/Unrest/Air Miami)

Mar 24 2025 74 mins

What does it mean to exude indie spirit?Join us in this engaging episode of the Surprise Cast Edge, as I sit down with Mark Robinson, the frontman of the band Unrest and founder of Teen Beat Records In an intimate conversation, Mark shares his journey, from starting a fanzine in grade school to establishing himself in the indie music scene. Listen as we discuss Unrest's iconic albu

Surprise Cast #152 The Popinjays

Mar 19 2025 104 mins

How important is music and mental health? Join us on Surprise Cast for an engaging and somewhat nostalgic podcast episode as I connect with Wendy and Polly of The Popinjays, a band that played a significant role in the musical journey back in the '90s. In this captivating conversation, the duo shares their memories of making infectiously catchy albums like "Flying Down to Mono Vall

Surprise Cast #151 Ciara Lawless, Sinéad Smyth, Sarah Wiers: The Resilient Spirit of Ireland

Mar 17 2025 79 mins

What does it mean to be Irish? In this riveting episode of Surprise Cast, we embark on an enlightening journey into Ireland's rich culture and essence through a roundtable discussion with three remarkable guests: Sarah Weirs, a passionate musician from Loughrea, County Galway; Sinead Smyth, a talented visual artist from Carndonagh, County Donegal; and Ciara Lawless, an inspiring si

Surprise Cast #150 Etienne Quartey-Papafio (Whitelands)

Mar 13 2025 82 mins

What does it mean to be self-aware?We go into the inspiring world of music with special guest Etienne Quartey-Papafio from the band Whitelands.Etienne, a rhythm guitarist, singer, and songwriter, shares his unique perspective shaped by his upbringing in both Ghana and London. He unveils his musical journey and the cultural influences that have shaped his artistic expression. Discov

Surprise Cast #149 Quietly Into the Night

Mar 11 2025 80 mins

Why is friendship important to a band's success? In this engaging conversation, the band Quietly Into the Night shares their journey through music, discussing individual roles, influences, and the collaborative spirit that defines their sound. They reflect on childhood memories that shaped their musical tastes, the importance of live performances, and their plans for creating new m

Surprise Cast #148 C Duncan

Mar 05 2025 89 mins

Join us for an insightful episode as we leap into the dynamic world of Scottish musician C. Duncan, also known as Christopher Duncan. Celebrated for his unique blend of musical genres and artistic prowess, he shares an intimate look into his life and creative process. In this episode, we explore Christopher's journey from his upbringing in a musically talented family to his evolu

P.C.E! #1 - The Cure in Concert

Mar 02 2025 42 mins

What makes a Cure concert special?In this debut episode of P.C.E. (Post Concert Energy), my special guests—Darren Revell and Danielle Hennes—and I explore the captivating energy of The Cure. Darren, the creator of Big Sonic Heaven Radio, and Dani, the DJ host of the Kaleidoscape show on Big Sonic Heaven Radio, share their deep connections to the band and recount unforgettable s

Surprise Cast #147 Jess Chalker

Mar 02 2025 87 mins

What does courage mean to you? In this deeply moving episode, I have a heartfelt conversation with Jess Chalker, an artist whose journey of self-discovery and resilience has had a strong impact on fans around the world. Throughout the episode, she opens up about the personal battles she fought to find her voice as a writer and artist, grappling with the lows of depression and nosta