David Farrier on Dark Tourism, Weird America, and Why Journalism Still Matters

David Farrier on Dark Tourism, Weird America, and Why Journalism Still Matters

Journalist, filmmaker, and Dark Tourist creator David Farrier joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about documentaries, weird American subcultures, creative obsession, and the strange reality of building a life in the U.S. as a journalist. David talks about: * Growing up in New Zealand and how storytelling slowly became his career * Why journalism still matters, even as media and documentaries continue to change * How Flightless Bird and Web Worm let him explore bizarre rabbit holes and overlooked stories * The emotional toll of making documentaries about narcissists and abusive people * Why America feels chaotic, overwhelming, fascinating, and creatively inspiring all at once * The difference between documentaries, podcasts, newsletters, and short-form storytelling * Traveling across the U.S. to investigate Dungeons & Dragons, niche communities, and strange cultural phenomena * Why he’s happiest when he’s constantly creating and staying busy The two also talk about fish and chips on New Zealand beaches, friendship necklaces, Portland vs. New York, hiking, live music, and why Alaska feels magical despite neither of them having been there. Plus, David shares his thoughts on the “Netflix-ization” of documentaries, the best comment section on the internet, and how a compliment from his grandfather shaped the way he thinks about storytelling to this day. Every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of proceeds going to Feed the Streets. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Follow David Farrier: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidfarrier/ [https://www.instagram.com/davidfarrier/] Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ [https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis [https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis] Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/ [https://tawnyvoice.com/]

Persephone Valentine: LARPing Prepared Me for Hollywood

Persephone Valentine joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while diving deep into D&D, LARPing, drag, voice acting, and why Hollywood is basically just organized nerd culture.While crafting bracelets inspired by horny popcorn buckets, video games, and chaotic queer energy, Persephone talks about: * Nearly getting arrested sneaking into another high school to play D&D as a teen * Spending over a decade immersed in tabletop games and LARP communities * Why D&D can teach you a surprising amount about yourself * The similarities between LARP culture and working in Hollywood * Breaking into Dropout and Dimension 20 after years in gaming spaces * Exploring drag performance, stage presence, and almost auditioning for Drag Race * Learning voice acting through singing lessons and vocal experimentation * The realities of trans voice training and finding your natural sound * Why impressions are harder than inventing entirely new voices * Wanting to play “bitches, breeches, and witches” in every possible role * Jennifer Coolidge impressions, Azula voice practice, and blowing out your voice for TikTok Plus, Persephone and Tawny discuss queer representation in gaming spaces, competitive drag culture, giant platform shoes, Lisa Frank documentaries, improv anxiety, and the strange joy of being unapologetically nerdy. Every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of proceeds going to The Okra Project. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Tune in and enjoy the conversation! Follow Persephone Valentine: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/persephiroth/ [https://www.instagram.com/persephiroth/] Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ [https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis [https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis] Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/ [https://tawnyvoice.com/]

Jordan Myrick Thinks Your Hot Takes Aren’t Hot Enough

Comedian, writer, actor, and food creator Jordan Myrick joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about food opinions, queer identity, moving constantly as a kid, and why Los Angeles drivers are actually kind. Jordan talks about: * Growing up between South Florida and New Orleans and how food became central to their life * Working in restaurants, studying acting, and balancing comedy, content creation, and food media all at once * Why gay kids are secretly tiny adults with extremely refined interests * Their deep love of John Waters, Food Network, photography, and mature “gay child” hobbies * The brutal reality of freelance entertainment jobs and surviving without healthcare * Their extremely strong opinions about off-leash dogs, bad hot takes, pudding, and cake The two also get into Vegas obsession, Cirque du Soleil deep dives, appendix horror stories, internet culture, parasocial relationships, and why people need to learn how to be wrong gracefully. Plus, Jordan shares why they think pudding is unfairly underrated, why biscotti is the true worst dessert, and how one Cirque du Soleil show completely changed their brain chemistry. Every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of proceeds going to The Okra Project. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Follow Jordan Myrick:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanmyr1ck/ [https://www.instagram.com/jordanmyr1ck/]Web: https://www.jordanmyrick.com/ [https://www.jordanmyrick.com/] Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ [https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis [https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis] Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/ [https://tawnyvoice.com/]

Dora The Explorer Voice Actor Kathleen Herles Hid She Was Dora for Years

Original Dora the Explorer voice actor Kathleen Herles joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about growing up in the entertainment industry, childhood pressure, and reconnecting with the role that shaped an entire generation. Kathleen talks about: * Growing up in pageants and child acting before becoming Dora at just 7 years old * Hiding the fact that she was Dora for years and why she struggled to embrace it * How revisiting Dora as an adult helped heal parts of her childhood * The pressure of growing up performing and always feeling like she had to be perfect * Breaking into audiobooks and finding confidence through queer storytelling * Why voice acting can feel isolating, weirdly anonymous, and deeply personal all at once The two also talk about Real Housewives, rave culture, Lord of the Rings, horror movies, and Bluetooth voices. Plus, Kathleen shares the emotional story of meeting the Lord of the Rings cast, why Frodo was her childhood crush, and how hearing “Dora” from fans now feels completely different than it used to. Every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of proceeds going to Save the Children. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Follow Kathleen Herles: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kathleenherles/ [https://www.instagram.com/kathleenherles/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kathleenherles [https://www.tiktok.com/@kathleenherles] Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ [https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis [https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis] Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/ [https://tawnyvoice.com/]

Phineas and Ferb Voice Actor Has Been Phineas Flynn For 20 Years

Actor and voice of Phineas Flynn, Vincent Martella, joins Tawny Platis to make friendship bracelets while talking about: * Starting Phineas and Ferb at 13 and growing up alongside the show * The surreal experience of hearing his voice at Disneyland and connecting with multiple generations of fans * Finding and evolving a character voice over time, from early episodes to mastering range, singing, and performance * The reality of voice acting, vocal health, and balancing intense sessions with long-term stamina * Building an entire room dedicated to Star Wars Legos (and running out of space) * Being “hilariously famous” in Brazil and what global fandom really looks like * Growing up on iconic shows, voice acting, Lego collections, horror movies, more! From childhood acting stories to Comic-Con moments, from comfort shows to horror movie deep dives, Vincent brings humor, nostalgia, and a genuine love for the craft. Plus, the two voice actors get into theme parks, terrible 80s horror movies, comfort TV, and the ongoing debate of how many Dracula movies is too many. Every bracelet made during this episode is available for purchase, with 100% of the proceeds going to the Southern California Special Olympics. Remember, every bracelet has a story, and every story helps a cause. Follow Vincent Martella: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thevincentmartella/ [https://www.instagram.com/thevincentmartella/] Follow Tawny: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/ [https://www.instagram.com/tawnyplatis/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis [https://www.tiktok.com/@tawnyplatis] Web: https://tawnyvoice.com/ [https://tawnyvoice.com/]