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The Subtle Forces Podcast

Arts & Culture Podcasts

An unpredictable show in which Anja Notanja explores a different “subtle force” through essays, interviews and experiments. Episodes are released sporadically because Anja is a human rather than a content robot.

Location:

United States

Description:

An unpredictable show in which Anja Notanja explores a different “subtle force” through essays, interviews and experiments. Episodes are released sporadically because Anja is a human rather than a content robot.

Language:

English

Contact:

4143249484


Episodes
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Anja Asks Anybody: Colleen DuVall, Writer

11/6/2025
Anja asks Colleen DuVall about writing, art and magic.

Duration:00:29:00

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Anja Asks Anybody: Maggie Sasso, "Madam Strange"

11/2/2025
Anja talks art and tarot with Madam Strange. https://www.madamstrange.com/

Duration:00:28:59

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Anja Asks Anybody: Musician Nick Verbos

10/16/2025
Anja asks Nick Verbos about experimental music making.

Duration:00:29:00

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Anja Asks Anybody: Joe Lino, Actor

9/19/2025
Anja asks actor Joe Lino about his current show, “Sanctuary City” at Next Act Theatre.

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Anja Asks Anybody: Tea Krulos, QWERTYFEST Co-Founder

9/12/2025
Anja chats with Tea Krulos, writer, typewriter lover and co-organizer of QWERTYFEST MKE.

Duration:00:29:00

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Anja Asks Anybody: Comedian Matthew Filipowicz

9/4/2025
Anja interviews comedian Matthew Filipowicz of Laughing Liberally. https://laughingliberallymke.com/

Duration:00:29:00

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Anja Asks Anybody: Victoria Robison, Gardener

8/28/2025
Anja and Victoria talk mullein, walnuts, squirrels.

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Anja Asks Anybody: Magical Renee Bebeau

8/22/2025
A visit with Anja's pal Renee leads to drumming, oracle readings and numerology.

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Anja Asks Anybody: Artist Lillian Sapanich

8/14/2025
Anja meets artist Lillian Supanich and talks mascots, taxidermy, toys and paintings.

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Anja Asks Anybody: Monica Thomas Poet & Friend

8/7/2025
Monica Thomas explains to Anja how to live a poetic life.

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Anja Asks Anybody: Harper Martel, Poet & Friend

7/24/2025
Anja talks with Harper Martel about writing, stripes, George Washington, the Beatles, writing books and more. @414streetpoet

Duration:00:28:57

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Anja Asks Amel Windom, Guitarist

7/17/2025
Anja asks Amel Windom about guitar and life. More Amel music here: https://www.youtube.com/@jutengaiofficial

Duration:00:28:59

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Anja Notanja Asks: Van Rung, fellow typewriter poet.

7/10/2025
Anja interviews the latest addition to Milwaukee's typewriter poetry scene, Van Rung. Click here for more Van Rung-ness.

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Anja Notanja Asks Claustro, Poet

7/3/2025
Anja asks a poet she just met on the street, Claustro.

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Anja Notanja Asks Artist-Activist Hapto

6/26/2025
Anja interviews artist-activist Hapto, designer of the Milwaukee Art Car. This episode is part of the new Subtle Forces production: "Anja Notanja Asks," consisting of art and culture interviews with inspiring creators. Expect unexpected questions and always a fun art assignment for listeners to try. Each of these weekly episodes will appear both here and on Riverwest Radio 104.1fm WXRW in Milwaukee. The Subtle Forces will continue to be released sporadically.

Duration:00:28:59

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Anja Notanja Asks: Author Becky Franzel

6/19/2025
A new Subtle Forces production: Anja Notanja Asks. Each episode will consist of art and culture interviews with inspiring creators. Expect unexpected questions and always a fun art assignment for listeners to try. Each of these weekly episodes will appear both here and on Riverwest Radio 104.1fm WXRW in Milwaukee. The Subtle Forces will continue to be released sporadically.

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Episode 46: The Two Kinds of People

5/26/2025
In which Anja reveals the two kinds of people in a basement with her brother Anton and drummer Brock Gourlie. COMING SOON: "Anja Notanja Asks," an arts and culture show on Riverwest Radio WXRW-LP Milwaukee 104.1fm every Thursday 5:30pm CST starting June 19th.

Duration:00:29:01

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Episode 45: An Award For No Reason

4/4/2025
In her pursuit of specialness, Anja is forced to answer "WHAT IS THE OPPOSITE OF FEAR?"

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Episode 44: The Danger of Kangaroo Shoes

3/23/2025
In which Anja gets stuck in the sewer and shares the bleak consequences of wearing kangaroo shoes. Featuring Anton Sieger, Garrett Burton & Jesse Lemont.

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Episode 43: My One-on-One with Aphisack

3/5/2025
In which Anja must report to the office of Aphisack Senboutaraj. Music: Anton Sieger We went a little nuts with the echo effect on this one. Oh well.

Duration:00:29:00