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Author: Queen Mab

My Music Listening Habits Are Embarrassing!

October 16, 2021October 16, 2021
Queen Mab
Vlogs

I have a tough time getting myself to listen to new music. This is partially neurodivergence and partially that I’m just not sure where to find music I want to hear. Where do you get new music, and is there anything you’d especially recommend that I listen to?

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I Do Not Care If My Content is “Good”

October 15, 2021October 15, 2021
Queen Mab
Vlogs

I got some unsolicited advice from a well-meaning friend about the frequency of my posts. Here’s my response. What’s your take on content creation? Where are you showing up, even if you’re not perfect? And how is that working out for you?

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Jack O’Lantern Teeth Days and Project Updates

October 14, 2021October 14, 2021
Queen Mab
Vlogs

Yesterday was a Jack O’Lantern Teeth day. I’ll explain what that means before I give you an update on the projects I’m working on. What’s your experience with days like this…and do YOU have a project you’d like to promote? Drop in the comments, and let’s help each other out!

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Professor Sarah P. Outrage invites YOU to Yes, No, Maybe So on 10/19!

October 13, 2021October 13, 2021
Queen Mab
Vlogs

I hate promoting my show, so I’ve asked one of my main characters to do it for me. Meet Professor Sarah P. Outrage, my Inner Social Justice Warrior, who has some important reasons why you should attend – in person or streaming – on October 19 at 7:30pm PT.

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Rant: “Do or Do Not” vs. “The Trying Heals”

October 12, 2021October 12, 2021
Queen Mab
Vlogs

There’s a quote I keep seeing everywhere that I really dislike. HINT: It’s from a Star Wars movie. I propose an alternate quote from a different fictitious source that more accurately summarizes my own viewpoint. What’s YOUR opinion on this odious Yoda quote?

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Born to “Stim”

October 11, 2021October 11, 2021
Queen Mab
Vlogs

What’s a “stim?” It’s how neurodivergent people cope with the overwhelm we experience from living in a neurotypical world. Here’s what it looks like for me. If you’re neurodivergent, what’s YOUR preferred stim?

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Confessions of a Failed Orchestral Musician

October 10, 2021October 10, 2021
Queen Mab
Vlogs

I’m a classically trained percussionist – so why didn’t I try harder for an orchestral career? Here’s my answer to that question. What have YOU failed at…or at least, decided was not for you?

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Whoa…I’m Halfway There! Celebrating 50 Days of Vlogging

October 9, 2021October 9, 2021
Queen Mab
non-pandeiro videos, Vlogs

Yes, I did make a Living on a Prayer parody. Don’t worry – it’s short. Thanks to everyone who’s been tuning in, and if there’s anything you’d especially like to hear me play, please send me your requests!

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New Song – Dick is Abundant and Low Value

October 8, 2021October 8, 2021
Queen Mab
pandeiro videos, songwriting, Vlogs

I wrote this song a few years ago based on an article by Alana Massey and another one by Reina Gattuso. Don’t listen to it if you don’t want to hear me say “dick” a whole bunch of times! If you’re a woman who likes men, what’s your experience with the abundance of dick?

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“I Love Rocky Road” – A Weird Al cover for Max!

October 7, 2021October 7, 2021
Queen Mab
pandeiro videos, Vlogs

My cousin Max has been an avid viewer ever since I started this vlog. He requested a Weird Al cover, so here is “I Love Rocky Road.” Thank you, Max, for your amazing support! Anybody else have any requests? If so, send them my way!

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