Original Trail

Original Trail

Julie and Laura pack up their bags, login, and ford the rivers of creativity and originality! Each episode will have a guest that follows an Original Trail. Guests from all over and different disciplines forge an original trail in life and go down unexpected paths. Laura and Julie coversate with playwrights, filmmakers, business owners, authors, and many more. The perfect podcast for someone wanting to go down their own Original Trail.

Episodes

May 5, 2025 50 mins

On this month's episode, Laura and Julie talk with each other about their previous and upcoming creative works, how rapid changes influenced their direction, and what is next. Julie Snyder is an accomplished actor, writer, moderator, producer and book influencer. Laura Irene Young is a writer, director, actor, and teacher. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Mark as Played

On this month's episode, Laura and Julie speak with Kelly Trumbull, a multidisciplinary theatre artist. Kelly Trumbull's first play, Morning Reckoning. had its first full length run at University of Pittsburgh. The three discuss Kelly's inspiration, process to get it produced, and the adrenaline of trying something new. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Mark as Played
March 3, 2025 41 mins

On this month's episode, Laura and Julie speak with Trenell Mooring, actor, historical costumer, and cosplayer. Trenell discusses her inspiration, her distractions, and her biggest wins. Laura and Julie discuss a moment of transition and what is next for them.

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Mark as Played
February 3, 2025 38 mins

On this month's episode, Laura and Julie speak with Tina Evans, founder of Tap into Theater Academy and writer of children's book Typical Tina: Goes to the SpecTAPulars. They discuss opening a business with a new and specific vision, writing a children's book and the inspiration, Laura's failed attempt to try pottery, and Julie's successful attempt at bread making. 


★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Mark as Played
December 2, 2024 46 mins

On this month's episode, Laura and Julie speak with Lindsay Vrab Co-Founder and Director of Production of Show Before the Show, a multi-faceted entertainment company. Show before the show specialties in warming up and moderating conventions, television productions, and more. Throughout the episode, the three discuss the ever evolving process of what a project is worth, how to find balance, and the need for a perfect planne...

Mark as Played
November 4, 2024 47 mins

On this month's episode, Laura and Julie talk to Amber Neilson, an immersive experiences director specializing in haunts, children's theater, and living history. The three discuss the importance of collaboration, trust, and appreciation within the arts and creating new experiences for audiences. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Mark as Played
October 7, 2024 32 mins

On this month's episode, Laura and Julie talk to Angela Bodnar about Anacua House, an independent online housewares boutique. Angela discusses her need for more creative work, adjusting her life to fulfill her life's mission and her family's needs.  

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Mark as Played
September 9, 2024 42 mins

On this month's episode, Laura and Julie talk to fashion designer, seamstress, and cosplayer, Tuwanda Chandler. She talks about big moves, getting your name out

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Mark as Played
August 5, 2024 49 mins

On this month's episode, Laura and Julie talk to producer and performer, Don Michael Mendoza. They discuss his journey to becoming a producer, starting over in a new city, and how things circle back to you. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Mark as Played
July 15, 2024 44 mins

Laura and Julie talk about processing grief through art with filmmaker, director, and writer, Susanne McDonald. She discusses her latest film Trivial Pursuit. This episode contains talks of depression, racial inequities, and suicide. Julie and Laura recognize that this discussion may not be for everyone. If these subjects are not for you, stay tuned for next week's episode.  We also discuss the value of creating your own w...

Mark as Played
July 1, 2024 40 mins

Laura and Julie are joining the circus this week while talking to actor, filmmaker, and circus educator, Lindsay Surmacz. They discuss how dreams will always come back around, how having many interests can help you achieve your goals, and elevating where you live with your art. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Mark as Played
June 17, 2024 41 mins

Laura and Julie talk with creative and creative business owner, Desiree Lambert. They discuss her inspiration behind starting her company and how she deals with the ups and downs of the industry. 

★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Mark as Played
June 3, 2024 39 mins

In the first episode of Original Trail, you are introduced to your co hosts, Laura and Julie. Laura and Julie talk with writer, director, and stylist, Dina Najjar. She discusses her inspiration to begin her business, make her own films, and how to prioritize projects. Book recommendations and and priority resets abound in this first episode that leave Laura and Julie wondering, how can I make time for the things that truly...

Mark as Played
May 15, 2024 41 secs

Julie and Laura pack up their bags, login, and ford the rivers of creativity and originality! Each episode will have a guest that follows an Original Trail. Guests from all over and different disciplines forge an original trail in life and go down unexpected paths. Laura and Julie coversate with playwrights, filmmakers, business owners, authors, and many more. The perfect podcast for someone wanting to go down their own Or...

Mark as Played

Popular Podcasts

    I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!

    NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal

    Gregg Rosenthal and a rotating crew of elite NFL Media co-hosts, including Patrick Claybon, Colleen Wolfe, Steve Wyche, Nick Shook and Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic get you caught up daily on all the NFL news and analysis you need to be smarter and funnier than your friends.

    The Joe Rogan Experience

    The official podcast of comedian Joe Rogan.

    New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce

    Football’s funniest family duo — Jason Kelce of the Philadelphia Eagles and Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs — team up to provide next-level access to life in the league as it unfolds. The two brothers and Super Bowl champions drop weekly insights about the weekly slate of games and share their INSIDE perspectives on trending NFL news and sports headlines. They also endlessly rag on each other as brothers do, chat the latest in pop culture and welcome some very popular and well-known friends to chat with them. Check out new episodes every Wednesday. Follow New Heights on the Wondery App, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to new episodes early and ad-free, and get exclusive content on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. And join our new membership for a unique fan experience by going to the New Heights YouTube channel now!

    The Bobby Bones Show

    Listen to 'The Bobby Bones Show' by downloading the daily full replay.

Advertise With Us
Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.