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In this episode, we sit down with Mel Zarb-Cousin, CEO of Magik Theatre, to talk about what it really means to lead a space built on imagination.

Mel shares her journey from being involved in drama and performance to stepping into executive leadership at one of San Antonio’s most beloved cultural institutions. We go behind the curtain on what it takes to run a theatre, how storytelling shapes communities, and why the arts still matter deeply in today’s world.

We also dive into a more personal chapter of her story, including navigating love and long distance, with her fiancé living in Cuba. It’s an honest conversation about passion, purpose, resilience, and building a life that blends art and leadership.

If you care about creativity, community, and the human stories behind the spotlight, this one’s for you.

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Michelle Cantu is a San Antonio–based comedian and mother who turns real life chaos into sharp, laugh-out-loud comedy. From parenting moments to everyday observations we all recognize, her humor is honest, bold, and unapologetically relatable.

In this episode, Michelle dives into how she finds comedy in the middle of the mess, what makes an audience lean in, and why telling the truth on stage hits harder than playing it safe. It’s a fast-moving, funny conversation about life, laughter, and using comedy to connect with people who feel seen the moment the joke lands.

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2025 was a powerful first year for the Halfway Human podcast, reaching over 1,000 downloads in our debut season.

We kicked things off with Episode One, featuring Rob Wicall, former San Antonio Spurs Coyote, sharing stories about performance, identity, and life behind the mascot.

Episode Two welcomed Sandi Wolff, Vice President of Community Engagement at Hallmark University, discussing leadership, education, and community impact.

Episode Three featured Philippe Place, owner of Southerleigh, exploring entrepreneurship, culture, and hospitality.

Episode Four brought in Jody Newman, co-owner of The Friendly Spot, reflecting on building community through local spaces.

Episode Five closed the year with Andrea Vocab Sanderson, Poet Laureate Emeritus of San Antonio, whose words and impromptu poetry reminded us of the healing power of voice and storytelling.

From culture and leadership to art and community, 2025 set the foundation for what Halfway Human is all about real conversations, real people, and the stories that connect us.

New Episodes soon! Email us at: halfwayhumanpodcast@gmail.com