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Reading the Room with Michael Frontier

Michael Frontier + Bente Engelstoft
Intuition
Creativity
Todd Parr
Michael Frontier
Ryan Asher
Chicago
Rock Springs, Wyoming United States
Nalini Sharma
Spirituality
Morning Pages
Voice
Synchronicity
Palm Springs
Until Death
Improv
Performance
Collaboration
Relationships

Reading the Room explores the vital intersection of creativity and intuition. This podcast is a sanctuary for artists and seekers bridging the gap between their craft and their gut.

Hosted by clairvoyant Michael Frontier and comedian and director Bente Engelstoft, the show explores the internal framework and inner lives of creators across all disciplines. Through soulful conversations with world-... more

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Latest Episodes

We spent the season Reading The Room, but the real work began when we finally had the courage to look in the mirror. In this Season One bonus episode, Bente and I are dropping the "expert" mask to get raw about the parts of this journey we didn’t see... more

In this episode of Reading the Room, Michael and Bente sit down with singer, songwriter, and musician Elise Burchard.

In her early twenties, Elise was struck in the throat by a hockey puck during a charity tournament — an accident that damaged her v... more

In this episode of Reading the Room, Michael and Bente sit down with LA-based actress, writer, and clown Nalini Sharma — co-creator of the dark comedy Garbage and the international hit Until Death.

Nalini has toured her solo work from LA to the Edin... more

You asked, and we’re answering! In this episode of Reading The Room, co-host Bente Engelstoft is taking over the moderator seat. She’s curated the best, weirdest, and most relatable questions from our listeners and is putting Michael Frontier in the ... more

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Recent Guests

Elise Burchard
Singer, songwriter, and musician; writer of What the Puck; actress/performer
What the Puck (one-woman show)
Episode: What the Puck w/ Elise Burchard
Nalini Sharma
Performer, writer, and award-winning creator behind Garbage and Until Death
Blue Pen Theatre (co-founder)
Episode: The Alchemy of the Reveal w/ Nalini Sharma
Jason Avezzano
Artist and writer; invited guest for a live reading
Episode: The Art of the Gallop w/ Jason Avezzano
Todd Parr
Author and Illustrator of Todd World books and related works
Todd Parr (author/illustrator)
Episode: Color, Kindness & Connection w/ Todd Parr
Ryan Asher
Writer and star of The Past Lives of Ryan Asher; performer on Second City stages; creator of The Bert Show
The Bert Show, Second City
Episode: The Speed of Mind w/ Ryan Asher
Terry Opalek
Entrepreneur, co-founder of Terry's Toffee; intuitive coach; Reiki master and herbalist
Terry's Toffee; coaching and workshops
Episode: The Art of Transformation w/ Terry Opalek
Bente Engelstoft
Emmy Award–winning writer, director, producer, actor, and comedian
Oral / LA-based performer
Episode: Maintaining a Clear Signal w/ Bente Engelstoft
Michael Frontier
Clairvoyant, clairaudient, and spiritual coach
Episode: The Essential Role of the Artist w/ Michael Frontier

Hosts

Michael Frontier
Clairvoyant, clairaudient, and spiritual coach; host who emphasizes intuition, energy, and compassionate living.
Bente Engelstoft
Emmy Award–winning writer, director, producer, actor, comedian; co-host who brings humor, storytelling, and performance insight.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Obsessed!

    Updating my review now that the 1st season is wrapped up. I’m so happy this podcast exists. It’s approachable and fun while so soul affirming. I feel really inspired on my creative journey listening to this show. I really love these hosts. I want to follow Bente and take her art classes, and I want Michael to put out audio meditations!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lady Lynnae
    United States2 months ago
  • Love these two!!!

    Boy oh boy I love this pod! So many helpful bits of knowledge for everyone - creatives, entrepreneurs, parents, business people…everybody can benefit from the wisdom of Bente, Michael and their guest.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Linnnnnnndsey S
    United States4 months ago
  • Obsessed!

    I’m furious there’s only one episode! I’m ready to binge! Can’t wait for more. Also the gentle music choices are really lovely. A+ with these 2.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lady Lynnae
    United States4 months ago

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Shows insights are practical and soulful, with a focus on creativity and inner guidance.
Listeners crave more episodes and consistent content; the vibe is intimate and encouraging.
Guests provide diverse perspectives on creativity, resilience, and storytelling.

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The Essential Role of the Artist w/ Michael Frontier
Q: What became the core insight that shifted your approach from how you first experienced gifts to how you use them to help others?
He shares that recognizing gifts as a lifelong process and moving toward permission-based living—allowing others to trust their own signals—was transformative, especially after learning to distinguish personal thoughts from external messages and to channel energy into compassionate guidance.
The Essential Role of the Artist w/ Michael Frontier
Q: How would you describe what it is that you do?
Michael explains his work as tuning into multiple clair senses to perceive beyond the ordinary, then translating those perceptions into guidance for others, often focusing on helping people hear their own inner guidance and live more intentionally.
The Speed of Mind w/ Ryan Asher
Q: How has the industry shifted for women in comedy, and how do you navigate it?
She discusses ongoing challenges with patriarchal dynamics, the need to forge her own path, and the importance of creating space for women's voices while staying true to her own style.
The Speed of Mind w/ Ryan Asher
Q: What was it like to perform on the main stage at Second City?
Ryan describes it as a powerful platform that validated her unique voice and gave her a larger stage to bring her authentic, unapologetic humor to a wider audience.
The Art of Transformation w/ Terry Opalek
Q: What does your intuition sound like to you?
A soft, kind, encouraging voice that guides me gently rather than shouting; it sounds like a compassionate inner mentor.

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Creativity and intuition sit at the heart of this series, with conversations that blend artistic process, personal growth, and inner guidance. Across episodes, guests and hosts explore how perception, inner signals, and spiritual practice inform making, performing, and storytelling. The show frequently centers on resilience, authenticity, and practical techniques for turning creative ideas into tangible work, often weaving in meditative or reflective moments. A standout thread is how intuition and empathy shape professional artistry, from theater and writing to visual storytelling and performance, making it a compelling space for artists, entrepreneurs, and anyone exploring creative living.

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1. Elise Burchard
2. Nalini Sharma
3. Jason Avezzano
4. Todd Parr
5. Ryan Asher
6. Terry Opalek
7. Bente Engelstoft
8. Michael Frontier

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