"HASH IT OUT WITH JANE" Has Moved!

Do not fear!  "HASH IT OUT WITH JANE" is still going strong.  Stronger than ever actually!  The podcast which supports independent thought, personal responsibility and social consciousness is so successful that it deserves its very own blog and a snazzy new logo!  Go bookmark its new location and download the latest episode today!

Peace!

"HASH IT OUT WITH JANE" featuring Teal Sherer of "MY GIMPY LIFE"

As the hostess of "HASH IT OUT WITH JANE" I have interviewed numerous interesting and successful people with disabilities who are breaking stereotypes in all that they do.  Among the ranks of previous guests are authors, dancers, activists, educators, musicians, and now an actress!  

Teal Sherer is an L.A. based actress who has blond hair, a pretty face and a nice big set of wheels that get her where she needs to go.  No, she's not one of those lady's in that docudrama on The Sundance Channel.  Instead, she is the star of her very own show called "My Gimpy Life!"  It is a hilarious TV show about real trials and tribulations of being a woman wheelchair user.  Until a major network realizes that Teal Sherer is an extremely talented Actress who's show has  limitless potential, "My Gimpy Life" can be found on YouTube.  

In our very candid interview, Teal and I discuss how she came to be a wheelchair user, how a healthy sense of humor helped her accept her new reality, and the future of "My Gimpy Life."  

During this episode I poke a little fun at our wheelie sisters on The Sundance Channel but it's all in good humor.  Part of celebrating our diversity is being able to laugh at ourselves...or, I'm just a snarky bitch.  You decide!  

The podcast episode of "HASH IT OUT WITH JANE" featuring my interview with Teal Sherer will be uploaded on Monday, September 17th.  

"HASH IT OUT WITH JANE" the Podcast

Last night while the beautiful Blue Moon glowed in the sky I launched the first official Podcast of HASH IT OUT WITH JANE.  This first episode is brief yet gives listeners an idea of what to expect from future episodes.  I'll be posting two episodes a month which will vary in length.  Going solo as a Podcaster was not an easy choice but I'm very optimistic about the show's future!  Be sure to go on iTunes and subscribe so you'll get each new episode as soon as I post them.

Dope beats provided by KOUNTERCLOCKWISE and ECHO aka George Lee II, both from Cleveland, Ohio!!!!

Join me on 'HASH IT OUT WITH JANE' - The Podcast

photo by Tom Trainer

"HASH IT OUT WITH JANE" started out as a weekly, 30 minute radio show on KUSF-IN-EXILE.   As the diminutive DJ of this eclectic show, I interviewed several very interesting guests and addressed a wide variety of social issues, mostly disability or small stature related.  The show also got numerous compliments on the obscure musical play lists as well.

Now "HASH IT OUT WITH JANE" has gone solo and will be made available to you in podcast form.  You will also be able to download each episode for free via iTunes!  Some things will remain the same on "HASH IT OUT WITH JANE" with just a few minor changes which are outlined below.  Be sure to follow me on Pod-o-matic so you'll be notified when I post new episodes, starting in September!  

Join me on 'HASH IT OUT WITH JANE' - The Podcast

While I don't always share the same ideals and perspectives as my guests, I love to interview a variety interesting people on the show.  Would you like to be the next guest on "HASH IT OUT WITH JANE?"  Is there someone who you would like to hear me interview?  Below is a list of requirements to be considered as a potential guest on "HASH IT OUT WITH JANE." 

• You must listen to at least two archived episodes first, just to make sure you won't regret it in the morning. (The archives are listed on the right side of this blog.)
• You must either be interesting, positive, and an active part of something that benefits the greater good of humanity ie civil rights, environmental issues, alternative healthcare etc, art... 
• You must be accomplished or successful in some interesting capacity.  Previous guests include published authors, music producers, public speakers, performers, and educators.
• You must have an external microphone, high-speed internet, know how to use SKYPE and have a quiet space for at least 30 minutes.

RULE GUESTS MUST FOLLOW

• Don't be judgmental 

To be a guest or suggest a guest, send an email to: hashitoutwithjane@gmail.com

The Agora Theater - Wheelchair Access TBA Post Renovation

Cleveland, Ohio has been the epicenter of numerous and often obscure Adventures of the Gimp Avenger which have involved Drag Queens, Leather Daddies, Pagans, random fetish events, fashion shows, open mic poetry venues, and lots of music related gigs.  After a very long hiatus from Cleveland shenanigans,  last night I took part in another artistic event.  This time I actually got on stage though.

The events leading up to last night's performance are quite interesting...a total result of the ripple in the pond effect.  It started several months ago when I was contacted by Leroy Moore of Krip-Hop Nation, based out of San Fransisco.  He told me about all the work this organization does to educate the mainstream media about Artists with disabilities because too often, their amazing work gets overlooked.  I was so impressed that I had to interview Mr. Moore on my podcast "HASH IT OUT WITH JANE."  During our interview he promoted a funk-hop act in Cleveland called "KOUNTERCLOCKWISE," who's front man is in a wheelchair.  

Since KOUNTERCLOCKWISE is located relatively close to the Gimp Avenger headquarters, I had to check them out for myself.  We became BFF's within minutes!  They honored me with an interview on "HASH IT OUT WITH JANE" as well.  The creative fun did not stop there!

When Documentarian Tom Trainer and I realized how diversely talented this crew is, we asked them to help arrange the soundtrack for "Plain Jane the SHOCKUMENTARY."  They agreed!  Since we've started working together, we just do what ever we can to help support and promote not only our collective projects but our independent projects too...because that is what friends do.  So, when they asked me to perform with them at the 'ONCE AGAIN THROWBACK SHOWCASE,' I was absolutely on board!  Completely clueless yet ready and willing to help my pals out in any way that I could...even if it meant prancing around on stage in fishnets behaving inappropriately.  

The cherry on top part of this deliciously fun event was seeing old friends from a previous open-mic poetry venue I used to attend many years ago at the Kamikaze Coffee House, sponsored by the former entertainment group known as CHIEF ROCKA ENTERTAINMENT.  It was wonderful seeing these artists staying true to their craft after all these years and shining like the stars that they are; Gwen Maul, Eriq Troi, FrostByte King, and George Lee II.

Venues change and people's lives shape-shift but regardless of time, space, obvious and less obvious differences...real friends are always friends and I have the best of the best!  It is my hope that we all continue to support each other in all of our creative endeavors because the Universe holds enough prosperity for us all.  Peace!  

Jane Hash, Simon Illa, KOUNTERCLOCKWISE photo by Tom Trainer