Five Questions with Betsy Rosenblatt Rosso

01/09/2021

I always love it when someone I don't actually know wants to be a guest on my podcast. My path intersected with Sherry's when she was working at IDEA Public Charter School--one of my longtime clients--but she said I looked intently busy so we didn't actually talk. I was delighted to have the opportunity to get to know her at least a little bit when I interviewed her for this episode.

In which Sherry talks about flying a kite while wearing a rainbow tutu, indulging in delicious cookies from Levain Bakery, the magic of walking a labyrinth, becoming an adult in Atlanta, and the joy of talking to strangers.

18/08/2021

In which Brian talks about the magical garden growing on his balcony, walking for hours every day through Washington, DC, the Bangladeshi neighborhood where he learned about his French Huguenot ancestors, the surprising story of Isabella Bruton Askew, and so much more.

04/08/2021

One of my favorite interviews ever, with Rev. Kim Rodrigue, who talked about vocation and avocation and growing things and climate change and football and dogs.

In which Kim talks about what it's like to wonder every day if you'll be forced to leave your job, growing pretty things in the desert, the redeeming power of the New Orleans Saints, who really needs to pay attention to climate change, and the importance of people who have your back.

23/07/2021

An awesome new episode is up!

In which Josh talks about gateway cats and Nats cats, revolutionary and inspirational architecture, his memorable talent show moment, the wonder of Longwood Gardens, walking into the Unitarian church the Sunday after Trump's election, and more. Here are links to some of the things Josh mentioned dur...

18/07/2021

One of my favorite interviews with one of my favorite humans. Talking with and listening to Christin Green always makes me feel good. I hope it will do the same for you.

In which Christin talks about embracing the mystery of identity, the questions she would ask Jesus, the mantras of Beautiful Chorus, the evolution from language and women's studies to advocacy to ministry, what it means to be with "the People," and more.

14/07/2021

Hold on--you say you missed the most recent episode of Five Questions? Fear not--you can listen to it here! Now! Or anytime you want!

Tristan talks about math epiphanies, Billy Joel, Shakespeare and curry, Barack Obama, and more! You can buy Tristan's book here.

14/07/2021

COMING SOON! New Five Questions podcast episodes featuring Josh Mohr and Christin Green, both of whom enlightened me about all kinds of spectacular people and things and movements. I can't wait to share their interviews with you!

10/06/2021

At last, the moment you've been waiting for, a BRAND NEW EPISODE of Five Questions! Listen now! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/five-questions/id1241840881?i=1000524903869

04/05/2021

Getting vaccinated has made me all excited and I am resurrecting my podcast! You know all those words you've been saving up during the pandemic? This is the perfect opportunity to let them burst forth! 11 slots are available for featured guests. Sign up now. I promise you won't regret it. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508084ea5ac2aa20-five

After an unexpectedly long hiatus, Five Questions is back for Season Five! We are emerging from our pandemic hibernation and ready to ask surprising questions to everyday people and listen to their extraordinary answers. And share these always enlightening conversations with the world! The first que...

16/03/2020

Now's a great time to be a featured guest on my Five Questions podcast, where you do the interview safely from your own home! Message me if you'd like to schedule an interview in March. http://betsyrosso.podbean.com

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16/03/2020

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07/02/2020

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01/10/2019

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‎Society & Culture · 2019

01/10/2019

Two for Tuesday!

In which Callen discusses his appreciation for mysteries that aren't scary; how his mom makes better Halloween costumes than you can buy at the store; the only segment of the PBS News Hour he makes time to watch; his dreams of composing a great song, writing a book, and and painting a famous paintin...

01/10/2019

In which Franklin talks about how his whole life is the strangest thing he's experienced, coaching a semi-pro ultimate frisbee team, what it's like to write for television in the current exploding TV environment, his love of US women's soccer, what it would be like to witness his parents' decision t...

23/09/2019

Season 4 of Five Questions begins with my interview with 9th-grader Samara Shankar, who I have known since before she was born. :) Listen up!

In which Samara discusses the challenge and triumph of playing saxophone in "Hollywood Milestones," why she likes France and Michelle Obama, and the significance of playing cards with her grandma in Australia until 2am. Check out some of Samara's influences: Gossamer by Lois Lowry, Hamilton, and mor...

11/07/2019

New episode!

In which Jennifer introduces me to Dorothy Dunnett, explains how she unintentionally became an expert on drone law, declares her love of red pandas, describes the impact that Stephen Sondheim's Sunday in the Park with George had on her life, and much more....

01/07/2019

You never know when and where you’re going to meet someone fascinating.

In which Emille Bryant, who I met unexpectedly in a teachers lounge, talks about the Japanese concept of IKIGAI, what he learned in the Air Force, how he's changed in 20 years, and why he admires Superman and Thor.

16/05/2019

New episode!

This is Zoe. She is 12. Zoe recently learned that she loves riding roller coasters. Now she also loves watching roller coaster videos on YouTube. Zoe has been asking to be featured on this podcast again for months, perhaps even years! I invite you to liste...

16/05/2019

New episode!

Quinn won the opportunity to be a featured guest on this podcast at an auction to benefit EvolveAll's move to a new studio. While I've known Quinn since he was a toddler, I didn't really much about him as a tween, except for what I've seen when he does mar...

11/01/2019

Who are these creatures and what do they have in common? Stay tuned for the next episode of Five Questions, featuring zoo veterinarian Kendra Bauer, to find out!

11/12/2018

I've only talked with this guy for an hour of my life, but I already think he's amazing. Listen up!

In which Ryan talks about the explosive drag scene in Atlanta, his journey from 95-pound teenager to well-built massage therapist (including his experiences with steroids), surviving his traumatic childhood through humor (and therapy), the influence of his 10th grade English teacher who treated him....

11/12/2018

We crossed the 5,000 download threshold today! Woo-hoo!

27/11/2018

In which Jessica talks about not only renewing her wedding vows after 15 years but also thinking about the impact that she and her family have on the world, what her aspirations were when she was growing up with a disability, what it means to take a stand for human rights, taking pictures and teachi...

26/11/2018

Every day I gaze up at the evocative photos of my family that Jessica Skintges Wallach took several years ago. I have learned a lot from knowing Jessica, and this conversation with her was thought-provoking and surprising. I encourage you to get to know her too, and to call her when you need a photographer or a photography teacher.

In which Jessica talks about not only renewing her wedding vows after 15 years but also thinking about the impact that she and her family have on the world, what her aspirations were when she was growing up with a disability, what it means to take a stand for human rights, taking pictures and teachi...

20/11/2018

Do you like The Moth, StoryCorps, and Fresh Air? You'll love Five Questions! Ordinary people give extraordinary answers to my five questions. Listen now!

Where I ask everyday people five questions and hear extraordinary and unexpected answers....

20/11/2018

Traveling for Thanksgiving? It's the perfect time to listen to my Five Questions podcast. Be entertained, gain insights, think about how YOU might answer the five questions AND get ideas for conversation starters around the Thanksgiving table!

Where I ask everyday people five questions and hear extraordinary and unexpected answers....

20/11/2018

I find Wendy to be an endlessly interesting and insightful person with so much compelling life experience that I can always learn something from her. Listen to this and you will too!

In which Wendy talks about an unusual life at boarding school including living with different families and riding a horse; her love of insects and desire to raise goats; how flooding in Florence, Italy and the "mud angels" changed Wendy's life when she was 13; living in Japan; being sexually harasse...

13/11/2018

I met Queta when her daughter's and my daughter's soccer teams merged, and loved her enthusiasm and kindness and easy laugh right from the beginning. I have really enjoyed getting to know her better over the past couple years and I am thankful to her for educating me about the political situation in Nicaragua through the lens of her own family's challenges.

In which Queta describes the decision she made to move with her father to the US from Nicaragua, the current political upheaval in Nicaragua and the danger her family faces, what it's like to be a mom in Arlington, Christmas tamales, and much more.