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Introverted But Willing To Discuss Tori Amos

Kristen Keys, Matt Mazur, Joe Vallese
Tori Amos
Boys For Pele
Native Invader
Scarlet's Walk
The Beekeeper
Music Industry
B-Sides
American Doll Posse
Little Earthquakes
Motherhood
Loss
Midwinter Graces
Christmas Music
Holiday Traditions
Venus
Under the Pink
To Venus and Back
From the Choirgirl Hotel
Abnormally Attracted To Sin
1996

We’re introverted—but when it comes to Tori Amos, we’re always willing to discuss. Endlessly, in fact. Introverted But Willing To Discuss Tori Amos is a video podcast where three life-long friends and Tori Amos super fans discuss the singer-songwriter’s musical legacy and create an accompanying playlist for each episode. Hosts: Kristen Keys, Matt Mazur, Joe Vallese.

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We are gay gasping in excitement as we celebrate Pride month by having a much needed - and much requested - dialogue about Tori’s passionate, lifelong relationship with and connection to the queer community. As if that weren’t SINsual enough, we have... more

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In this savory and sweet episode of Introverted but Willing to Discuss Tori Amos, we are joined by Timothy Pakron, cookbook author, photographer, food stylist, recipe architect, gardener, and the creative force behind Mississippi Vegan.

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Welcome to all of our sonic librarians and album archivists! In this episode we are doing something extremely dangerous to our reputations in the Tori fandom, and maybe even with Tori herself… We are ranking the albums.

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We’re joined today by John Philip Shenale. AGAIN! What a compliment. JPS is a producer, composer, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist, and one of Tori Amos’ most essential longtime creative collaborators. He’s been behind some of the most defining so... more

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Recent Guests

John Arthur Hill
True Renaissance man, very famous homosexual, staunch Tori file
SiriusXM and other media/entertainment ventures
Episode: S3E9 Tori, Queerness, and Pride featuring John Arthur Hill
Timothy Pakron
Cookbook author, photographer, food stylist, gardener, aka Mississippi Vegan
Mississippi Vegan
Episode: S3E8 Tori in the Garden with Mississippi Vegan
Rod Thomas
Bright Light Bright Light, artist, songwriter, producer, and DJ
Bright Light X2 / Bright Light Bright Light
Episode: S3E2 Up in the Clerb with Tori Amos: Remixes and Electronica ft. Bright Light Bright Light
John Philip Shenale
Producer, composer, arranger, multi-instrumentalist, and long-time collaborator of Tori Amos
Episode: S2E9 Our Top 10 Favorite Tori Amos Songs with special guest John Philip Shenale
Rich Juzwiak
Writer and podcaster known for his work with Pot Psychology and various publications.
New York Times, Pitchfork, Pot Psychology
Episode: S2E7 Tori Amos and the Media featuring Rich Juzwiak

Hosts

Kristen Keys
Host of the show and part of a trio of longtime friends who discuss Tori Amos with a blend of fan passion and analytical rigor.
Matt Mazur
Host contributing music-centered perspectives and playful banter to episode narratives.
Joe Vallese
Host who adds a collaborative dynamic, often guiding discussions and pop culture tangents.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • A must for any Tori fan

    This podcast makes me even more excited for this summer’s tour!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CornflakeGirlNY75
    United States3 months ago
  • Amazing Hosts

    This show is hilarious and has amazing host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trav_Travis
    United States6 months ago
  • The BEST podcast!

    This show is hilarious but also discusses the potentness of the music! Also I’m Kristen Keys #1 fan she has me rolling in the floor laughing every episode 🥹

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bropal33
    United States6 months ago
  • Incredible!

    Thoughtful, funny, and exclusive info and guests all discussing our favorite musician: Tori Amos. I love this podcast! If you don’t know Tori’s music, give it a listen anyway and I think you’ll find something to love and have a good time doing it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DaisyDeadPetalss
    United States6 months ago
  • Like this show

    Loving the new seasons and the new concepts. Keep it up

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brtmak
    United Statesa year ago

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The podcast is described as a must-listen for die-hard fans and newcomers curious about Tori's catalog and live performances.
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S3E8 Tori in the Garden with Mississippi Vegan
Q: How did Tori Amos influence your decision to write a plant-based cookbook?
Timothy explains that meeting Tori and her public acknowledgment of his Mississippi Vegan created a pivotal emotional and professional push, tying his culinary journey to her music and strengthening his resolve to build a lasting creative practice.
S3E2 Up in the Clerb with Tori Amos: Remixes and Electronica ft. Bright Light Bright Light
Q: If you had the opportunity to remix one or two Tori Amos songs, which ones would you pick and why?
I'd choose Faith for its visceral power and Big Wheel for its potential in a modern remix; both songs showcase different facets of Tori's material that could be reimagined for contemporary club or electronic contexts.
S3E2 Up in the Clerb with Tori Amos: Remixes and Electronica ft. Bright Light Bright Light
Q: Was the Professional Widow remix the first hint you'd become a huge Tori Amos fan, or were you already a fan before that moment?
No, I was already a big fan before that moment; I discovered her through earlier works and was drawn to her artistry even before the famous remix turned her into aFixture in the club scene.
S2E9 Our Top 10 Favorite Tori Amos Songs with special guest John Philip Shenale
Q: What surprises audiences about working with Tori?
Shenale indicates many aspects of Tori's creative process can be surprising, including her humor and spontaneity during recording.
S2E9 Our Top 10 Favorite Tori Amos Songs with special guest John Philip Shenale
Q: Can you describe Tori's sound and its uniqueness?
John Philip Shenale discusses Tori's unparalleled piano playing and ability to blend various styles into a cohesive sound.

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Three life-long friends and Tori Amos superfans explore the singer-songwriter's musical legacy episode by episode, pairing deep-dive discussions with curated playlists. Episodes span track-by-track analyses, live-tour impressions, remix culture, and intersections with film and theater, all delivered with humor, camaraderie, and a fan-centric vibe. Guests range from longtime collaborators to music journalists, yielding behind-the-scenes context and insider perspectives while keeping the conversation accessible to devoted fans and curious newcomers alike. A notable strength is the balance between nerdy specificity and broad cultural insight, plus a playful openness to speculate about future projects and live performances.

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2. Timothy Pakron
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