This episode is part two of our conversation with Jaron Scott and Matthew McBirth, talking through what the current black lives matter conversation is actually about. Let’s continue to listen together to better understand how we can love our neighbors of color well.

Joplin ToadCast

Episode 7 | The Toad Listens: Pain and Perspective | Part Two

Host Mark N has a down to earth conversation with two Black Joplin residents, talking through what the current black lives matter conversation is actually about.

Episode 6 | The Toad Listens: Pain and Perspective | Part One

Our host Mark Neuenschwander talks with F.C. about his adventures in becoming an author, with plenty of gold advice here for writers and all creatives about how to set realistic goals, establish great routines for your creativity, and make entry into the world of self publishing and other larger scale projects.

Episode 5 | Writers of Joplin: Interview with F.C. Shultz

Jeremiah interviews John and Cody Martin, artists who live in Nevada, Missouri. In this episode they talk about the importance of community for creatives, the struggle artists have being in rural communities, and what it's like starting a business together as a married couple.

Episode 4 | Rural Artists Meet Joplin: Artist Interview with John and Cody Martin

Fall decor spills onto porches and store windows reminding everyone our favorite holidays are coming up. One holiday in particular has our full attention right now... Ghosts dancing on the low hanging branches of your neighbors yard might make you smile, and the skeleton holding a jack-o-lantern on that dimly lit porch might make you feel a little anxious and excited. Halloween is just around the corner and we are in the mood for some Spooky Stories to listen to. So snuggle up safe and tight, grab a friend’s hand and listen closely, we are about to dive into some Spooky Stories about our hometown and the darker side of its history. Everything you’re about to hear is based on history of public record and personal testimonies from Joplin residents. *Just like you!*

The Haunted Toad | Ghost in the Library

Actual correspondence between Thaddeus McFargle, a concessioner in the mining territory that would become Joplin Missouri, to his lady Delores back in Brooklyn.

McFargle and His Joplin Missouri Hot Dog Empire

The Haunted Toad is a creepy little section of the greater Joplin Toad where we explore the dark history of our small city. Ghost stories and supernatural accounts that may have been forgotten are dug up in an audio experience that will make your ears tingle and the hair on the back of your neck stand up!

The Haunted Toad | Peace Cemetery

Where many individuals are filled with dread, Luke is inspired and invigorated by the challenge of resolving injustices as he levels up in the game of customer resolution. We will hear Luke tell his hilarious tales of customer service battles, and also take on new ones during the interview. Listen to Luke square up with Chrysler about a faulty PT Cruiser under the assumed identity of an actual female customer.

BONUS EPISODE | Luke Sheafer and the PT Cruiser

Hello, and welcome to the Joplin Toadcast, brought to you by joplintoad.com. This episode’s guest is Jorge [pronounced “horhay”] Leyva, a sculptor and painter who came to Joplin, Missouri from Peru, found his way as an artist, and has spent 30 years in Joplin making art and showing his work around the country.   Our host Mark 9schwander talks with Jorge about his life journey as an artist, his heart for his city, and his thoughts on creating.

Episode 3 | Art Meets Joplin: Artist Interview with Jorge Leyva

Luke Sheafer is known for many things, but in this episode we focus on an unexpected hidden talent; Luke’s awe inspiring ability to navigate complex customer service situations over the phone.

BONUS EPISODE | Luke Sheafer Goes Toe to Toe with HBO

Taylor Kubicek and host Mark Neuenschwander talk about both local and general culture, how the culture affects our creative work, and how our creativity can in turn affect the culture.

Episode 2 | Art Meets Culture: Artist Interview with Taylor Kubicek

Welcome to The Joplin Toad’s first semi-official ToadCast. Our first artist interview is with Joplin painter, bottle-cap muralist, hairdresser, sculptor and neighborhood improver, Eric Haun.

Episode 1 | Art Meets Community: Artist Interview with Eric Haun

Joplin ToadCast is an extension of The Joplin Toad, an intergalactic, arts-based, online magazine celebrating the city of Joplin, MO. Joplin humor, journalism, art, history and more! Logo created by Austin Spencer.

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