Best Tanagra Podcasts (2025)

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Beyond the Words: The case for listening to what isn’t said 24:24

1y ago24:24

24:24

We’ve spent the whole second season of Infernal Communication talking about storytelling. So it’s time we focus on the other side of the conversation: listening. You know the old saying, we’ve got one mouth and two ears, yet for some reason, listening can really take a back seat to talking, let’s flip the script. In this episode, former 9-1-1 opera…

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'The Beast at Tanagra': Allegories, metaphors, and connecting with your audience 23:43

1y ago23:43

23:43

We’ve said it once, and we’ll say it again (and again…), know your audience! Get specific and think of them early and often. It’s all too easy to try to be all things to all people, and casting too wide a net that can leave you connecting with no one. But sometimes getting very specific and using insider language leaves people out. Metaphors, alleg…

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What's Done is Done: How to bounce back from embarrassment 20:52

1y ago20:52

20:52

In the moment, it’s awful. And often for many moments afterwards, still awful. But inevitably we are going to embarrass ourselves, let’s figure out how to flip the script. In this episode, we’ll hear the story of how restaurateur Will Beckett’s humour and kindness turned a very expensive mistake into great press and a boost in sales. Then, branding…

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How to ditch bad apologies and say sorry like you mean it 21:29

1+ y ago21:29

21:29

Messing up is often all too easy. But then what? How do you make it right? You apologize and you make it good. But the days of switching blame with, ‘sorry if’ or explaining away your responsibility with, ‘actually,’ are long gone. We expect better from our apologies. So, how do we do that— how do we apologize like we mean it? That’s where Marjorie…

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Memory Palaces and Digital Dummies: How to stay sharp when feeling stupid 20:50

1+ y ago20:50

20:50

Why did I walk into this room? And, why was I pulling out my phone again? That’s right, to listen to Infernal Communication’s episode on memory. Join us as we speak to two time Canadian memory champion, Francis Blondin about the power of memory palaces and how to access the untapped capability of our brains. We also speak with psychologist Dr. Trac…

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How to have very uncomfortable conversations 26:07

1+ y ago26:07

26:07

There are so many uncomfortable conversations to be had, or avoided, depending on the day. But uncomfortable doesn’t have to be bad, it just means it isn’t easy. In this episode, we dive into the notorious "F word" – Feedback! Without it, we might run around convinced we're flawless employees with perpetually minty-fresh breath, blissfully ignorant…

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How to stop your CEO from saying stupid sh*t 20:16

1+ y ago20:16

20:16

We all put our foot in our mouths once in a while. A joke that isn’t funny for all the wrong reasons, going into too many details about just about anything, or slagging off your place of business. It's easy to do, but hard to bounce back from. In front of family or friends it can make for an uncomfortable meal, in front of an audience it can mean d…

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Grammar Gatekeeping: Taming the Inner Grammando 20:00

1+ y ago20:00

20:00

Those who like grammar, like it a lot. For the rest of us, it can be a bit of a nuisance. But, we do our best to follow the rules because bad grammar is a bad look. Whether we’re looking for love, a job or an apartment, improper grammar can take us out of the running. But according to our experts these preconceived notions around grammatical rules …

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Algorithm Alchemy: Outsmarting our digital gatekeepers 23:37

1+ y ago23:37

23:37

The almighty internet algorithm, we know it's out there, dishing out content it thinks we care about most, but how does it really work? As communications pros, it’s easy to feel powerless in the face of tech giants who get to pick and choose what lights up our screens. But there’s a way to become active participants in these systems, rather than ju…

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Tell Me a Story: An audio history of oral cultures 24:11

1+ y ago24:11

24:11

Did you ever hear the one about Tough Laroque? No? Well, have we got a story for you. Our guests are three Métis aunties and scholars, Sheila Laroque, Tanya Ball and Kayla Lar-Son. All three are lovers of books, they even have their own podcast called Book Women or masinahikan iskwêwak. But Sheila, Tanya and Kayla are also huge proponents of oral s…

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Myth busting the hero's journey 21:34

1+ y ago21:34

21:34

The hero’s journey is a familiar tale. It’s an archetype that follows The Hero on a quest where challenges are faced, insights are gained, after which the hero returns home transformed. That’s it. Simple, and very well used (see The Matrix, StarWars, The Lion King, etc). Join host Lottie Bazley as she takes us on a journey with a new storyline. Thi…

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The art of effective storytelling with Kate Tellers 25:19

1+ y ago25:19

25:19

Everybody’s got a story, but how do you best tell yours? To delve into the depths of what makes a good story, we have storyteller extraordinaire, Kate Tellers to guide the way. She’s a host, director of MothWorks at The Moth, and co-author of the book How to Tell a Story: The Essential Guide to Memorable Storytelling. The Moth is a non-profit story…

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Trailer: Infernal Communication Season 2 1:30

1+ y ago1:30

1:30

Welcome back to Season 2 of Infernal Communication, where we take a deeper look at the wild little fires communicators have to put out every day. Join our hosts Lottie Bazley and Brian Tomlinson of Staffbase as they bring together experts, authors and even a former private eye – for fresh perspectives that will soothe the burn of your latest commun…

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Ancient Communication: A people’s history 29:22

2y ago29:22

29:22

In this final episode of season one of Infernal Communication, join host Kyla Sims as she speaks with Genevieve Von Petzinger, paleo anthropologist and author of The First Signs: Unlocking the Mysteries of the World's Oldest Symbols, as well as Dan Everett, linguistic anthropologist, author, and one of only four second-language speakers of the Amaz…

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Noise, Noise, Noise! Cutting through the digital roar. 27:54

2y ago27:54

27:54

Our host Kyla Sims chats with neuroscientist Dr. Carl Marci about what happens to our brain when we spend too much time online and what we can do to protect ourselves. Then, “Master of Decibels” Paul Mellor shares his tactics for making brands famous and cutting through all the noise. Do you work in communications? Join us at Staffbase's VOICES Con…

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Several short questions about writing: What does it mean to be a “good writer?” 31:47

2+ y ago31:47

31:47

Our host, Kyla Sims, sits down with writer and Yale English professor, Verlyn Klinkenborg, about how he teaches writing. Most of his students know how to write well, but do they understand how to think about writing? According to Verlyn, there is an important distinction. From sentence structure to personal motivation, this episode takes a deep loo…

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Get a room: Can we recreate the magic of in-person collaboration online? 27:33

2+ y ago27:33

27:33

Our host Kyla Sims chats with researcher and psychologist Dr. Sophie Wohltjen about the intricacies of human connection and what goes on in our brains when we look someone in the eye. Jennifer Britton joins in to discuss what it was like to work remotely before digital workspaces were even possible. From the neuroscience of eye contact to effective…

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Lost in translation: There's no such thing as bad English 31:01

2+ y ago31:01

31:01

Getting lost in translation is bound to happen when languages, accents, and cultures collide. In this episode, our host Kyla Sims speaks to linguist and polyglot, Dr. Luis Miguel Rojas-Berscia, about how language works and what happens when languages and their variations don't quite line up. Global Communications Specialist, Heather Hansen, then we…

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The bearer of bad news: Compassion in times of crisis 40:13

2+ y ago40:13

40:13

WARNING: This episode deals with sensitive subject matter, including school shootings, sexual harassment, and racism. We all have to deliver bad news at some point, but is there a better way to do it? First, we will speak with Tangia Renee Estrada, Co-founder of BIPOC Podcast Creators and Amplify BIPOC, about her experiences as a crisis comms profe…

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How do you really feel? And this time we mean it. 27:07

2+ y ago27:07

27:07

How are you? Most of us answer without really thinking about it. The truth is that many of us are not doing well — including those of us in the comms industry. In this episode, two brave communicators (Haleigh Brouillette, Sr. Comms Manager at Hudl & Tangia Renee Estrada, co-founder of BIPOC Podcast Creators and veteran communications pro) share th…

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The trial of Comic Sans: The font everyone loves to hate 31:28

2+ y ago31:28

31:28

WARNING: This episode contains swearing, suggestive language, and references that some listeners may prefer to avoid. How does a simple font elicit such strong emotions? Is Comic Sans the villain we've made it out to be, or is it just misunderstood and misused? Listen in as Comic Sans stands trial for crimes against typeface, obstruction of font pr…

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Cursing & crossed fingers: What our word choice says about us 34:46

2+ y ago34:46

34:46

WARNING: This episode contains swearing, suggestive language, and references that some listeners may prefer to avoid. In this episode, Kyla sits down with Professor Timothy Jay, psycholinguist and the foremost expert on swearing and curse words. Together they unpack the origins of benign office jargon, how certain naughty words develop from childho…

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Is going viral still a thing? Can you intentionally make something go viral? Or better yet, should you? 34:16

2+ y ago34:16

34:16

Our host Kyla Sims sits down with Tech and Culture reporter Christianna Silva from Mashable. Together, they unpack why our world is obsessed with constantly trying to pursue internet virality. Patrick Yurick, Head Comic at MakingComics.com also joins the show to tell the tale of his own internet virality and what he learned. From unpacking the neur…

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Flatten the curve: Dissecting the comms campaign that changed the world 28:48

2+ y ago28:48

28:48

In this episode of Infernal Communication, host Kyla Sims sits down with microbiologist and science communicator Dr. Siouxsie Wiles to talk about arguably the most successful communication campaign of our generation. Together Kyla and Dr. Wiles walk us through the journey of collaborating with award-winning illustrator Toby Morris to make "flatten …

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Make it pretty: How rethinking these three little words can shift our perception of beauty 26:40

2+ y ago26:40

26:40

In this episode of Infernal Communication, Kyla sits down with Director of Design Strategy at Mural and author Stephen P. Anderson, to get to the heart of the intangible request that infuriates communicators and designers alike: "Make it pretty." They dive into Stephen's article “In Defence of Eye Candy” and discuss the value of “Beauty” as a desig…

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Welcome to Infernal Communication 1:35

3y ago1:35

1:35

Communication is hard. Being a communications professional is even harder. In each episode of Infernal Communication, we take a deeper look at the wild little fires communicators have to put out every day. We stop, drop and uncover the surprising reach of these oh-so-common problems in internal comms and beyond. Join Kyla from Staffbase as she recr…

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WandaVision: Sloppy Writing or Villain Origin Story? 28:58

4y ago28:58

28:58

What do you call someone who mentally abuses a thousand people then does nothing to fix it? Certainly not a hero. Come discuss Marvel's WandaVision - Wanda's journey through grief and how it set her on the path to be Marvel's next big bad...or was it just sloppy writing? Follow @TanagraGGNOC and @sunnytalesllc on Twitter to continue the discussion …

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Whitney Houston's CINDERELLA: A Fairytale for All 18:07

4y ago18:07

18:07

In 1997, Whitney Houston brought Brandy to tv screens across America as the first Black Disney princess in Rogers and Hammerstein's Cinderella. It was a fairytale for all in more than just rhetoric, but in practice. The tv film utilized colourlind casting to create a world where anyone could see themselves in any role; a fairytale land where we wer…

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PEARL NEXT DOOR: Not All Pearls Are Shiny 25:44

4+ y ago25:44

25:44

Bubbly, supportive best friend, and everyone's favorite third wheel has returned! Pearl is back leading her own series, Pearl Next Door! After stealing several scenes from the Gameboys OTP, and the hearts of the audience, Pearl's now trying to find someone to take care of hers; but, this drama isn't the Covid-based, HEA Romance of Gameboys. Rather,…

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BATWOMAN: A New Beginning 13:52

4+ y ago13:52

13:52

The CW's new Batwoman is Black, queer, knows several martials, and represents intersectionality both on screen and off, but even with all the hype does anyone want to watch ALL of Season 1 just to watch Season 2? Tanagra is a completionist but, following the lead of the production team, this time she decided, "new Batwoman, new show" and dived clue…

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GAMEBOYS: Boys' Love in the time of Covid 20:53

4+ y ago20:53

20:53

This week Tanagra talks Netflix's latest BL acquisition and their first Phillipine BL acquisition, Gameboys: Level-Up Edition! Originally a web series, the show follows the love story of gaming streamer Cairo and his fan-turned-suitor Gavreel. The young actors and passionate production team created a story that captured a modern day internet romanc…

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BRIDGERTON: Creatively Racist 48:19

4+ y ago48:19

48:19

Tanagra discusses the TV adaptation of Bridgerton on Netflix with her guest Ariel: its depiction of romance, race, and how it bears the mark of Shondaland. Follow @TanagraGGNOC and @sunnytalesllc on Twitter to continue the discussion and get all our news! #netflix #romance #regency

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DANCE DREAMS HOT CHOCOLATE NUTCRACKER: The Power of Dance 19:12

4+ y ago19:12

19:12

Debbie Allen is a star of the dance world and an all-around living legend. She has parlayed that success into the Debbie Allen Dance Academy (DADA), a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that teaches dance to every body, shape, and color to inspire and transform the lives of their students no matter their income. Tanagra discusses Dance Dreams Hot Choc…

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A CHRISTMAS PRINCE: Back to the Aldoviaverse? 12:31

4+ y ago12:31

12:31

Are Queen Amber and King Richard coming back for A Christmas Prince 4 in 2021? Only the king and queen have expressed interests, but that won't stop us from speculating! Tanagra talks storyline predictions and potential cast replacements. Grab your hot chocolate and join us in the mountains of Aldovia! Follow @TanagraGGNOC and @sunnytalesllc on Twi…

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HAPPIEST SEASON: Another Bittersweet Lesbian Love Story 26:34

4+ y ago26:34

26:34

Touted as the lesbian Christmas rom-com to break the mold, Clea DuVall's Happiest Season drags viewers through an uncomfortable, toxic, closeted Christmas with the family, but the cute Instagram pics make it all better, right? Join Tanagra to talk about Hulu's Happiest Season. It's another bittersweet lesbian love story - this one with Christmas mu…

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The Princess Switch 2: The Accents Are Still Bad 16:20

4+ y ago16:20

16:20

A baker, a duchess, and a titled party girl walk into a Christmas charity ball and a Netflix sequel is made! Welcome back to the Aldovia-verse where lying about your identity is the key to wealth, happiness, and true love. Vanessa Hudgens is back as cousin triplets, creating accents and Christmas romance magic in Netflix's The Princess Switch 2: Sw…

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Jingle Jangle: a Magical Musical Melanated Christmas 22:08

4+ y ago22:08

22:08

Tanagra is back with a brand new TWIS! 2020 is the dumpster fire that just keeps on burning. Celebrate it ending with Tanagra as she enthuses about Netflix's new insta-classic, the magical melanated holiday musical: David E. Talbert's "Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey". Follow @TanagraGGNOC and @sunnytalesllc on Twitter to continue the discussion…

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Depictions of Romance in Horror Films 25:52

5+ y ago25:52

25:52

Tanagra is back for this spooky season, and it's the perfect time to combine some of her favorite things: Romance and Horror! Follow @TanagraGGNOC and @sunnytalesllc on Twitter to continue the discussion and get all our news! #romance #horror #OnlyLoversLeftAlive #Dracula #TheMummy #AddamsFamily #Twilight #interviewwithavampire…

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Celebrating our 1st Year with STAR TREK DISCOVERY 44:58

6y ago44:58

44:58

*Season 2 - Episode 1* All good things, must happen again! Celebrating the 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY of The Wonders I've Seen podcast, Tanagra and J-Excks reunite to kick-off TWIS Season 2 the way it all started - discussing Star Trek Disco! Join us as we discuss the voyage among the stars and whether or not it improved (hint: it did). Thank you to each a…

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GAME OF THRONES is Dark and Full of Drinking! 44:59

6y ago44:59

44:59

*Episode 20* The final season is here! Tanagra and her returning guest Ariel share their excitement over their favorite characters, wishes and theories about Westeros. Just your regular Tyrion-inspired discussion about humans birthing dragon eggs and resilient cinnamon bun bakers! *Spoilers through Season 7* #GameOfThrones Tweet @TanagraGGNOC to sh…

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ROSWELL, NEW MEXICO: A Space for the Othered 25:24

6y ago25:24

25:24

*Episode 19* Killers, aliens, and racism! Oh, my! With a diverse, non-whitewashed cast, sociopolitical awareness, good storytelling, and a touch of the usual CW romance, the new iteration of "Roswell" shows that a WB classic can glow-up and grow-up if the right people are hired. Guest-starring Ororo the cat! #RoswellNM #Malex Follow @TanagraGGNOC o…

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Inspired to be SHRILL 17:57

6y ago17:57

17:57

*Episode 18* Tanagra shares her enthusiasm for Hulu's new show "The Shrill" and its message of body positivity! Whether its comes to plus-size women and comedy, sex and healthcare, or fighting your own battles, Aidy Bryant is opening up much needed conversations. #Shrill #Hulu Follow @TanagraGNNOC on Twitter to continue the discussion, and tell us …

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ONE DAY AT A TIME: A Questionable Fave 19:20

6y ago19:20

19:20

*Episode 17* Tanagra discusses everything she loves about the show One Day AT A Time, and the lack of Black Latinx representation that she doesn't. All faves, have flaws. (This episode was recorded previous to the sad news of Netflix's cancellation.) Because we can both mourn and criticize, continue this discussion on twitter with @TanagraGGNOC!…

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INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE: Look out! Es el Spider-man! 28:47

6+ y ago28:47

28:47

*Episode 16* Tanagra can't stop talking about the best Spider-Man movie ever made (she said what she said!). From the portrayal of all the Spider-People, to the increíble Miles Morales at the center of the story, she tells you how much it resonated with her as a Black Latinx. So come and share the love for this guaranteed Oscar winner! To continue …

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AQUAMAN: Fun with a bit of Tokenism 25:20

6+ y ago25:20

25:20

*Episode 15* Tanagra is back from her unexpected break, and battled the flu to go see DC's Aquaman! Was it fun? Yes. But could it have been better with representation? Also yes. So hear her out on why she thinks the movie missed the opportunity of having a hero played by a Pacific Islander. But she definitely ain't complaining about the Momoa! To c…

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ANIME CONS: Finding your space 12:43

6+ y ago12:43

12:43

*Episode 14*There are many conventions in NYC, and Tanagra tries to go to all of them! She recently participated in AnimeNYC, so she shares her experience with the Cons that focus on the beloved Japanese art.Don't forget to continue the discussion on Twitter with @TanagraGGNOC, and tell us what you thought!…

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SHE-RA & THE PRINCESSES OF POWER: There Is No Model Princess 14:37

6+ y ago14:37

14:37

*Episode 13*Listen to Tanagra share her enthusiasm for Netflix's new She-Ra! More princesses, more diversity, and just as much a$$ kicking.Continue the discussion on Twitter @TanagraGGNOC, and tell us what you thought.

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CHARMED: Performative Intersectional Feminism 22:48

6+ y ago22:48

22:48

*Episode 12*A new TV season has started, and Tanagra was very eager to see the CW's reboot of one of her beloved shows. Did it charm her? Or is it as subtle as our puns? After giving it the power of 3 episodes, she spills all the tea leaves !Join the discussion on twitter with @TanagraGGNOC, and tell us what you thought!…

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BLADE: Give us a new show, Netflix! 34:35

6+ y ago34:35

34:35

Is it a Marvel film? Is it a superhero film? Is it a horror film? Who cares! It's a Wesley Snipes action film...and he's a vampire. Join host Tanagra and her recurring guest J-Excks as they discuss the Horror classic, Marvel's first viable foray into theatrical adaptations: Blade! TL;DR We love it and Netflix should make a new show WITH Wesley Snip…

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TEETH: Feminism Bites Back 31:25

6+ y ago31:25

31:25

Tanagra and her guest NotKoalafied watched the horror film "Teeth" for the 1st time, during our rabb.it event. They wonder: Are men trash? Find out what happens to those who are, and why "Teeth" is the perfect companion to sex ed and feminism.Don't forget to join us on our Thursday Night Wonders at 8pm on rabb.it. Next up is our favorite vampire he…

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