Snap Judgment mixes real stories with killer beats to produce cinematic, dramatic radio. Snap’s raw, musical brand of storytelling dares listeners to see the wo...
Brian’s desperate for cash, until a random ghost writer answers his Craigslist ad for a roommate. Now, he’s about to get more drama than he ever imagined. And a young, penniless student arrives at UCLA with no place to stay and is forced to improvise.STORIESRoommate WantedBrian’s desperate for cash, until a random ghost writer answers his Craigslist ad for a roommate. Now, he’s about to get more drama than he ever imagined.BIG thanks to Brian Boucher for sharing his story with Snap! Brian wrote about this experience in New York Magazine titled “My Roommate, The Diamond Thief.” Produced by Bo Walsh, original score by Dirk Schwarzhoff, artwork by Teo Ducot.The Kipling Hotel – Don Reed LIVEA young, penniless student arrives at UCLA with no place to stay and is forced to improvise.Performed by Don Reed at Snap LIVE in San Francisco, CA. Music composed by Alex Mandel, performed by the Snap Judgment Players: Alex Mandel, David Brandt, and Tim Frick.Snap Classic - Season 16 - Episode 12
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Issa Rae on Friendships That Need to Go, from IMO
Sharing a new show from my friend Michelle Obama and her big brother Craig Robinson, called IMO. You know on Snap, we make stories that help you laugh, think, and see the world through someone else’s eyes. Similarly on IMO, Michelle and Craig bring candid perspectives to the everyday questions shaping our lives, relationships and the world around us.Each week, they’re joined by a guest to tackle real questions from real folks just like you, offering practical advice, personal storytelling, and plenty of laughs. Topics range from dating and relationships, to family and faith. Michelle and Craig share stories about being there for each other throughout their lives, from first crushes and fraught college years, to landing at the White House, to losing their mom. For six decades they’ve been each others’ most trusted counsel—and now, they want to be that counsel for you. In this episode, they’re joined by actress Issa Rae for a conversation about navigating the challenges of mismatched expectations in adult friendships.You can find more episodes of IMO at: https://lnk.to/imomichellecraigSJ
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The Master
"His secrets filled the air around him like smoke..." A young boy idolizes his karate instructor. Each kick, throw, and punch a step on the path to becoming a man. But the power of his presence cannot hold back the questions of his character.STORIESThe Master"His secrets filled the air around him like smoke..." A young boy idolizes his karate instructor. Each kick, throw, and punch a step on the path to becoming a man. But the power of his presence cannot hold back the questions of his character.Thank you, Simon Shieh, for sharing your story! Read the poems featured in this story and more -- in Simon's debut poetry collection Master.And an extra special thank you to Katherine Litwin.Produced by John Fecile. Edited by Anna Sussman and Nancy López. Original Score by Renzo Gorrio and Doug Stuart. Artwork by Teo Ducot.Ego Tripping - Nikki Giovanni Read by Flo Wiley. Music by Pat Mesiti-Miller.Burning BooksGlynn's mom finds the devil in her house.Performed by Glynn Washington at Snap LIVE. Original score composed and performed by Alex Mandel, Tim Frick, and David Brandt. Season 16 - Episode 11
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Marshmallow Day - Snap Classic
Katie falls hard for Barys during a whirlwind trip to Belarus. But there’s a giant red flag she can’t ignore any longer. And two people who have the same name, live in the same city, and have the same professional interests soon find out what else they have in common.STORIESReal LoveBoston-based writer Katie Simon is on assignment in Belarus when she meets and falls hard for Barys in less than a week. When she’s back home, her friends alert her to a giant red flag she can no longer afford to ignore.This story briefly mentions sex, sensitive listeners please be advised.Thank you, Katie, for sharing this story with Snap! Keep up with her latest work, including an upcoming book about falling in love and generational storytelling here. Learn more about Katie on her Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram.Produced by Regina Bediako, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot.Ovrkast “Love Somebody” – Music SpotlightThis week’s Snap Music Spotlight features Oakland artist Ovrkast with the song, “Love Somebody” watch the video here!Listen to Ovrkast’s latest album, Try Again (DELUXE) out now!! To stay up to date with all things Ovrkast, be sure to follow them on Twitter and Instagram.Katie vs. KatieWhen Katie Crouch learned there was another Katie Crouch who lived in the same city and apparently had the same professional interests as her she thought, huh, what else do we have in common? She would soon find out.This story was done in collaboration with Ozy.com, the online magazine that published both Katies’ essays: The Other Me and Doppelgangers Unite?Katie Crouch continues to virtually cross paths with her name twin from her new city of Chicago, where she works for an educational publisher, raises a toddler on her own, and writes a blog.Katie Crouch is a New York Times best-selling novelist. Her books include Girls in Trucks and Abroad, among others.Produced by Nancy López, original score by Renzo GorrioSeason 16 – Episode 10 - Snap Classic
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A Recipe for Survival
Coffee is the love language for two Gaza journalists Shrouq and Roshdi. But one morning at breakfast, their little family life is torn apart. Now, Shrouq must navigate a war, motherhood and the disappearing memories of love. And -- the story of a 10-year-old girl with a magnetic smile who makes magic out of breadcrumbs on a rooftop in Gaza and the internet is eating it up.STORIES After RoshdiCoffee is the love language for two Gaza journalists Shrouq and Roshdi. But one morning at breakfast, their little family life is torn apart. Now, Shrouq must navigate a war, motherhood and the disappearing memories of love. Thank you so much, Shrouq, for sharing your story with us.Produced by Ashley Cleek, Regina Bediako, and Shaina Shealy. Edited by Nancy López and Anna Sussman. Original score by Renzo Gorrio. Artwork by Teo Ducot.Chef RenadA 10-year-old girl with a magnetic smile who makes magic out of breadcrumbs on a rooftop in Gaza and the internet is eating it up.Many thanks to Chef Renad and her sister Nourhan Attallah. You can find Chef Renad on Youtube or Instagram.Special thanks to the Committee to Protect Journalists for sharing their extensive reporting from the Gaza Strip. Produced by Shaina Shealy. Edited by Nancy López. Music by Renzo Gorrio. Translation by Ansam Ismail Kalloub. Recording by Shrouq.Season 16 - Episode 9
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Snap Judgment mixes real stories with killer beats to produce cinematic, dramatic radio. Snap’s raw, musical brand of storytelling dares listeners to see the world through the eyes of another. It's storytelling... with a BEAT.
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