Best Maren Montalbano Podcasts (2025)

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17. Reclaiming Your Voice with Maren Montalbano 1:01:10

3y ago1:01:10

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In this episode, mezzo-soprano and life coach, Maren Montalbano, dives into what it means to reclaim your voice. You'll hear her own journey to finding confidence in her voice as well as practical steps you can take to embrace your voice - and yourself - with love! If you struggle with self love, speaking your truth, or being critical about your vo…

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16. When Boundaries Are Beautiful with Kimberly Meehan 55:05

3y ago55:05

55:05

Welcome back to The Misfit Musician! In this episode, mental health expert Kimberly Meehan chats about creating boundaries that help fight burnout and enhance your quality of life. If you have a hard time saying no or prioritizing yourself, this episode is for you!Connect with Kimberly Meehan:InstagramWebsite Click here to donate to UNICEF, an orga…

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15. Music And The Spirit with Hillary Lester 51:40

3y ago51:40

51:40

Welcome back to The Misfit Musician! This week my guest was Hillary Lester, a coach for creative souls and spiritual beings. We discuss how to trust inner guidance, spiritual unblocking, healthy skepticism, and cultivating creativity. Connect with Hillary Lester:InstagramOther links Click here to donate to UNICEF, an organization helping aid childr…

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14. Andante Living with Valeri Speights 55:30

3y ago55:30

55:30

This week my guest Valeri Speights, founder of Andante Living, talks about the importance of slow living as a musician.Connect with Valeri:Instagram Click here to donate to UNICEF, an organization helping aid children in Ukraine.Stay in touch! Instagram: @themisfitmusicianWebsite: www.bronwynbethviolin.com/the-misfit-musician-podcastEmail: info@bro…

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13. Classical Reconfiguration with Bruno Culotti 58:21

3y ago58:21

58:21

Welcome back to The Misfit Musician! This week, Bruno Culotti dives into discussing the challenges of making classical music relevant to modern listeners. Connect with Bruno at Trapped In Your Own Traditions:YoutubeInstagram Click here to donate to UNICEF, an organization helping aid children in Ukraine.Stay in touch! Instagram: @themisfitmusicianW…

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12. The Gift Of Imposter Syndrome with Sam Osbourne 50:40

3y ago50:40

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Welcome back to The Misfit Musician! This week, Sam Osbourne AKA Self Worth Sam chats with Bronwyn about what performers can learn from imposter syndrome and how to embrace our inherent self worth. Follow Self Worth Sam:WebsiteYoutubeInstagramClick here to donate to UNICEF, an organization helping aid children in Ukraine.Stay in touch! Instagram: @…

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11. Embracing Grief 31:36

3y ago31:36

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Welcome back to The Misfit Musician! This week, Bronwyn discusses embracing grief as part of the full human experience as well as the roll of music in the grieving process. Click here to donate to UNICEF, an organization helping aid children in Ukraine.Books mentioned: Braiding Sweetgrass, Robin Wall KimmererHeartwood, Barbara BeckerWintering, Kath…

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10. The Cost Of Loving Your Work with Jay Rosen 1:02:27

3y ago1:02:27

1:02:27

Welcome back to The Misfit Musician! This week, Jay Rosen shares his journey about his transition from pursuing music as a career to enjoying it as a much-loved hobby. If you have ever struggled to balance your love of music with the grind of freelancing, this episode is for you.Follow Jay:Instagram @jrosen476Stay in touch! Instagram: @themisfitmus…

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9. What You Learned During The Pandemic 40:21

3y ago40:21

40:21

Welcome back to The Misfit Musician! This episode is a wonderful collaboration of musicians sharing what they've learned over the last two years of the pandemic. The music in this episode is from Hindsight is 2020, by VELASCAN, produced and co written by Phil Tagan. Stay in touch! Instagram: @themisfitmusicianWebsite: www.bronwynbethviolin.com/the-…

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8. What I Learned During The Pandemic 32:38

3y ago32:38

32:38

Welcome back to The Misfit Musician! In this episode, Bronwyn discusses the two life lessons she has learned during the pandemic. Stay in touch! Instagram: @themisfitmusicianWebsite: www.bronwynbethviolin.com/the-misfit-musician-podcastEmail: [email protected] Bronwyn Beth

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7. Mindful Practicing with Dr. Chelsea Tanner 55:55

3y ago55:55

55:55

Welcome back to The Misfit Musician! In this episode, life coach and flutist Chelsea Tanner talks about fostering curiosity and mindfulness in the practice room. If you struggle with motivation, performance anxiety, or negative self-talk this episode is for you!Follow Chelsea TannerInstagram @_chelseatannerListen to Chelsea's Podcast: Align Your Mi…

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6. The Honest Musician with Tanner Guss 1:09:37

3y ago1:09:37

1:09:37

Welcome back to The Misfit Musician! Join me and Tanner Guss as we question what it means to be a happy musician and the importance of having open conversations with other artists. Follow Tanner!Instagram @thehappymusiciansListen to The Happy Musicians Podcast: SpotifyAppleStay in touch! Instagram: @themisfitmusicianWebsite: www.bronwynbethviolin.c…

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5. Holistic Entrepeneurship with Dr. Heidi Kay Begay 49:02

3y ago49:02

49:02

Welcome back to The Misfit Musician! Join me and Dr. Heidi Kay Begay as we talk about being your unique self within your career as a musician, connecting with fellow artists, and managing your time in a way that benefits you and your business!Follow Heidi! https://heidikaybegay.com/Sign up for the Ultimate Music Business Summithttps://www.musicsumm…

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4. Feeling the Burnout 35:11

3+ y ago35:11

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Welcome back to the Misfit Musician! This week is all about work-related burnout and what you can do to recover from it. Studies show that musicians are more prone to experiencing burnout so why not learn how to combat it before it begins?Stay in touch! Instagram: @themisfitmusicianWebsite: www.bronwynbethviolin.com/the-misfit-musician-podcastEmail…

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3. Pivoting Towards Joy with Cameron Davis 54:11

3+ y ago54:11

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This week, Cameron Davis and I shared a cup of coffee and an amazing conversation about his journey through music school and beyond. **Trigger Warning**Contains a conversation about a suicidal episode and hospitalization @ 30:56 - 36:03Please skip if that section will cause any unwelcome thoughts for you!****Stay in touch! Instagram: @themisfitmusi…

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2. Music Injury with Emily Zwijack 38:53

3+ y ago38:53

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Violinist, Emily Zwijack, shares her experience with music-related injury. Learn what techniques Emily has discovered helpful in her healing journey as she tries to maintain a healthy mindset while dealing with injury. Click here for Emily's stretching routine!Follow along with Emily's journey!Instagram @thatviolingirl6FB: facebook.com/thatviolingi…

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1. Embracing Your Misfit 21:44

3+ y ago21:44

21:44

Welcome to the first episode of The Misfit Musician! This week, I introduce myself and then dive into how to embrace what makes you unique and how use those things to shape your goals. Find me on instagram @themisfitmusician and leave a note with any questions or comments!As promised - Identify and write down your passion/goal and then answer these…

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Welcome to the Misfit Musician! 4:23

3+ y ago4:23

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This podcast is about the intersection of music and mental health. It is designed for casual music lovers and professional musicians alike. I will be exploring many topics, ranging from how music changes your brain to how to practice more healthfully, through conversations with people who have great stories to share. Feel free to reach out at info@…

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Composing “The White Rose” with Jennifer Rosenfeld 42:05

3+ y ago42:05

42:05

Follow Jennifer: The White Rose Diaries On Instagram: @jenniferrosenfeld https://jenniferrosenfeld.com/ Follow Maren: on Instagram: @supermaren Facebook: https://facebook.com/maren.montalbano Sign up for the Bodice Ripper Project newsletter and get exclusive behind-the-scenes content: http://www.bodiceripperproject.com/ Purchase Maren's debut book,…

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Writing and Living with Melissa L.E. Baker 54:00

3+ y ago54:00

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Follow Melissa: On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/QuillandQuote Follow Chaste Treasure: chastetreasure.com On Twitter: @chastetreasure On Instagram: @chastetreasure Follow Maren: on Instagram: @supermaren Facebook: https://facebook.com/maren.montalbano Sign up for the Bodice Ripper Project newsletter and get exclusive behind-the-scenes content: h…

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Becoming a Bold Thing with Jenn Shull 49:08

3+ y ago49:08

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Follow Maren: on Instagram: @supermaren Facebook: https://facebook.com/maren.montalbano Follow Jenn: Metamorphosis Program on Instagram: @theboldthing Purchase Maren's debut book, Pandemic Passion: A COVID-19 novella on Kindle. Sign up for the Bodice Ripper Project newsletter and get exclusive behind-the-scenes content: http://www.bodiceripperproje…

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Finding Your Personal Uprising with Abigail Wright 1:08:51

3+ y ago1:08:51

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Follow Maren: on Instagram: @supermaren Facebook: https://facebook.com/maren.montalbano Follow Abby: DLive.tv/burnergrl timeforchange.coach AbigailWright.com Sign up for the Bodice Ripper Project newsletter and get exclusive behind-the-scenes content: http://www.bodiceripperproject.com/ Purchase Maren's debut book, Pandemic Passion: A COVID-19 nove…

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It’s Nothing Personal with Lisa Husseini 50:40

3+ y ago50:40

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Follow Maren: on Instagram: @supermaren on Facebook: @maren.montalbano Follow Lisa and purchase “It’s Nothing Personal” at lisahusseini.com Sign up for the Bodice Ripper Project newsletter and get exclusive behind-the-scenes content: http://www.bodiceripperproject.com/ Purchase Maren's debut book, Pandemic Passion: A COVID-19 novella on Kindle Tran…

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Sexual Health with Christine DeLozier 32:10

3+ y ago32:10

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Follow Maren: on Instagram @supermaren on Facebook: @maren.montalbano on YouTube: Maren Montalbano, mezzo-soprano Follow Christine: dietforgreatsex.com On Instagram: @dietforgreatsex Get her book on Amazon: Diet for Great Sex: Food for Male and Female Sexual Health Sign up for the Bodice Ripper Project newsletter and get exclusive behind-the-scenes…

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Confronting Perfectionism with Kara Morgan 52:43

3+ y ago52:43

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Follow Maren: on Instagram @supermaren on Facebook: @maren.montalbano on YouTube: Maren Montalbano, mezzo-soprano Follow Kara: on Instagram @karaleemo on Facebook @karaleemo on TikTok @karaleemo on YouTube @karaleemo on Patreon @karaleemo Sign up for the Bodice Ripper Project newsletter and get exclusive behind-the-scenes content: http://www.bodice…

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Don’t Hold Back with Ichko Batmunkh 32:30

3+ y ago32:30

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Follow Maren: on Instagram: @supermaren on Facebook: Maren Montalbano, mezzo-soprano + coach Follow Ichko: https://www.ichkobatmunkh.com/ LinkedIn Instagram @IchkoBatmunkh Sign up for the Bodice Ripper Project newsletter and get exclusive behind-the-scenes content: http://www.bodiceripperproject.com/ Purchase Maren's debut book, Pandemic Passion: A…

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Interview: singer and musicologist Lily Kass 48:02

3+ y ago48:02

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Follow Maren on Instagram: @supermaren And on Facebook: https://facebook.com/maren.montalbano Dr. Kass’s article about La Traviata in the time of COVID: https://www.operaphila.org/virtual-learning/dress-rehearsal-program/la-traviata/public-health/ Sign up for the Bodice Ripper Project newsletter and get exclusive behind-the-scenes content: http://w…

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Desire's Peak Part 3 18:59

4y ago18:59

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The music played during this episode: excerpts from a public domain version of Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade Follow Maren... on Instagram: @supermaren on Facebook Sign up for the Bodice Ripper Project newsletter and get exclusive behind-the-scenes content: http://www.bodiceripperproject.com/ Purchase Maren's debut book, Pandemic Passion: A COVID-1…

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Interview: Composer Rosśa Crean 53:27

4y ago53:27

53:27

The music played during this episode: “Dawn” by Rosśa Crean, performed by Maren Montalbano, used with permission Rosśa’s recently released albums: The Princess of Morphine a lonely voice in these haunted rooms: songs in quarantine Information on the Lakeside Inn Artist Residency Follow Rosśa Crean On Instagram: @criticalmuse On Twitter, FB, Soundcl…

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Desire's Peak Part 2 14:21

4y ago14:21

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The music played during this episode: excerpts from a public domain version of Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade Follow Maren... on Instagram: @supermaren on Facebook: https://facebook.com/maren.montalbano Sign up for the Bodice Ripper Project newsletter and get exclusive behind-the-scenes content: http://www.bodiceripperproject.com/ Purchase Maren's …

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Interview: Author Liz Solar 41:26

4y ago41:26

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Books recommended during this episode: Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood by Rebecca Wells The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë Follow Maren... on Instagram: @supermaren on Facebook: https://facebook.com/maren.montalbano Sign up for the Bodice Rippe…

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Desire's Peak Part 1 20:26

4y ago20:26

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The music played during this episode: excerpts from a public domain version of Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade Follow Maren... on Instagram: @supermaren on Facebook Anti-Racist resources: Sign up for the Anti-Racism Daily newsletter Read White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo Read Minor Feelings by Cathy Park Hong Read Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehi…

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Interview: Author Christina Castaneda 57:04

4y ago57:04

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Follow Maren On Instagram @supermaren On Facebook @maren.montalbano Follow Christina On Instagram @savvycreativechristina Visit her website Listen to her podcast The Savvy Creative Catch up with the most recent chapter of the audio drama The Last Magician here. Sign up for the Bodice Ripper Project newsletter and get exclusive behind-the-scenes con…

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Intermission 17:43

4y ago17:43

17:43

Follow Maren on Instagram @supermaren on Facebook Sign up for the Bodice Ripper Project newsletter and get exclusive behind-the-scenes content: http://www.bodiceripperproject.com/ Purchase Maren's debut book, Pandemic Passion: A COVID-19 novella on Kindle Transcript and Show Notes: http://www.bodiceripperproject.com/e020/…

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Interview: Soprano Claire Galloway 27:50

4y ago27:50

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Books referenced in this episode: Eleven Minutes by Paulo Coelho The Art of Asking by Amanda Palmer L'Élégance du hérisson (The Elegance of the Hedgehog) by Muriel Barbery Follow Maren on Instagram: @supermaren Follow Claire on Instagram: @clairegallowaysoprano Check out her Core Singer Essentials Course here: https://www.clairegalloway.com/core-si…

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Don Carlo + A Flemish Flame Part 3 21:50

4y ago21:50

21:50

Maren finishes reading the story of A Flemish Flame, which she wrote during a production of Verdi’s Don Carlo. She gives a brief synopsis of the opera, and also discusses her struggles with deadlines, procrastination, and work-life balance. The music played during this episode: Excerpts from Giuseppe Verdi’s String Quartet in E minor Follow Maren..…

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Interview: Director & Educator Elizabeth Lenhart 42:25

4y ago42:25

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Maren interviews Elizabeth Lenhart, the Artistic Director and founder of JAM Academy, a private performing arts school in the Dominican Republic. They discuss success, adversity, and the power of being prepared. Follow Beth on Instagram: @jamacademydr The JAM Academy website: https://www.jamacademydr.com/ Follow Maren on Instagram: @supermaren Sign…

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Don Carlo + A Flemish Flame Part 2 18:18

4y ago18:18

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Maren continues reading A Flemish Flame, which she began writing during a production of Verdi’s Don Carlo. The music played during this episode: Excerpts from Giuseppe Verdi’s String Quartet in E minor Follow Maren... on Instagram: @supermaren on Facebook: https://facebook.com/maren.montalbano Sign up for the Bodice Ripper Project newsletter and ge…

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Interview: Director Vanessa Ogbuehi 31:03

4y ago31:03

31:03

Maren interviews Vanessa Ogbuehi, director, actor, and creative person extraordinaire. They talk about opera, musicals, books, and how we can learn to set our own standards of success. Books recommended in this episode: A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Fat Kid Rules the World by K. L. Going Follow Maren on Instagram: @supermaren Follow Vanessa …

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Don Carlo + A Flemish Flame Part 1 20:39

4y ago20:39

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Maren begins reading A Flemish Flame, which she wrote during a production of Verdi’s Don Carlo. She also talks a bit about unfinished artwork, procrastination, and briefly about the sociopolitical landscape in the USA right now. The music played during this episode: Excerpts from Giuseppe Verdi’s String Quartet in E minor Follow Maren... on Instagr…

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Interview: Novelist Susan Scott Shelley 32:36

4y ago32:36

32:36

Maren interviews romance novelist and fellow Philadelphia Flyers fan Susan Scott Shelley. They talk about sports, writing, and what it feels like to find and follow your passion. The music played during this episode: “Washed” by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 Follow…

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The Magic Flute + A Bewitching Flute 10:07

4y ago10:07

10:07

The Bodice Ripper Project is back for another season! You’ll hear more stories, more of Maren’s musings, as well as some interviews with other creatives about how they rip their bodices…metaphorically, of course. In this episode, Maren reads the only chapter she ever wrote during a production of Mozart’s The Magic Flute, to whet your appetite for w…

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La Traviata + Parisian Pleasures Pt 2 26:28

4+ y ago26:28

26:28

Maren finishes reading Parisian Pleasures, a romance she wrote during a production of Verdi’s La traviata. She also looks ahead to season two, and speaks about how she enjoys speaking with you, her audience. The music played during this episode:· Excerpts from a public domain version of La Traviata by Giuseppe Verdi. Follow Maren on Instagram: @sup…

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La Traviata + Parisian Pleasures Pt 1 24:04

4+ y ago24:04

24:04

Maren begins reading Parisian Pleasures, a romance she wrote during a production of Verdi’s La traviata. She also talks about the history of the libretto, the role of women as sex workers throughout history, and how she uses the Bodice Ripper Project to smash the patriarchy. The music played during this episode:· Excerpts from a public domain versi…

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Fringe Festival + Educating Emily 20:41

4+ y ago20:41

20:41

Maren reads a deleted scene from Educating Emily, the story she wrote for The Bodice Ripper Project live show. She also talks a bit about what it was like creating and developing the show, and the challenges that she faced getting so vulnerable. The music played during this episode: Original music from The Bodice Ripper Project by Melissa Dunphy, p…

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Renaissance Faire + Fairly A Maiden Pt 2 23:36

4+ y ago23:36

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In this episode, Maren concludes Fairly a Maiden, a romance she wrote during her time at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire. She also has a tribute to the memory of Ruth Bader Ginsburg and talks about her own journey to become a provocative female. The music played during this episode: Guitar arrangements of Fantasia (Orlando Gibbons); “Revecy” (Cl…

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Renaissance Faire + Fairly A Maiden Pt 1 21:23

4+ y ago21:23

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Maren begins a new story – Fairly A Maiden – which she wrote while working at the Renaissance Faire. “The Renaissance Faire,” you say? “But…I thought you were an opera singer?” (Yes, I am multi-faceted. It’s fun. You get to hear how nerdy I really am.) The music played during this episode: Guitar arrangements of “Si la noche” (Anonymous); Saltarell…

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Marriage of Figaro + Seduction's Servant Pt 3 19:15

4+ y ago19:15

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Maren finishes the story of Seduction’s Servant, which she wrote during a production of Mozart’s Marriage of Figaro. She also talks a bit about how she got into opera, and how COVID-19 has affected artists across the board. Follow Maren on Instagram: @supermaren Facebook: https://facebook.com/maren.montalbano Sign up for the Bodice Ripper Project n…

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Marriage of Figaro + Seduction's Servant Pt 2 22:14

4+ y ago22:14

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Maren continues the story of Seduction’s Servant, which was written during a production of Mozart’s Marriage of Figaro. She also delves into the significance of the bodice as a metaphor for the restrictions society puts on us (and the ones we put on ourselves), and tells a painful personal story about her childhood. TW: childhood trauma, sexual abu…

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Marriage of Figaro + Seduction's Servant Pt 1 21:45

4+ y ago21:45

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Maren begins a new story, Seduction's Servant, which was written during a production of Mozart's Marriage of Figaro. She discusses the impact that opera had on her childhood, and the political activism underlying the Beaumarchais play that the opera was based on. Follow Maren on Instagram: @supermaren Purchase Maren's debut book, Pandemic Passion: …

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