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Episodes

April 11, 2022

Dan Issawi, Musician, Podcaster

Dan, host of Izzy's Sandpit TV joins the podcast to discuss starting a rock music Youtube show, gushes on fave bands, dispenses wisdom, and dishes on a variety of topics in this in-depth, yet equally fresh interview. Biograp...

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April 4, 2022

Elizabeth MacDuffie, Editor

Elizabeth MacDuffie is the Editor-In-Chief of Meat for Tea: The Valley Review. It was founded by Elizabeth MacDuffie and Alexandra Wagman. MFT is a non-academic affiliated magazine committed to recognizing and featuring the w...

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March 28, 2022

Marc-André Teruel, Double Bassist

Marc-André Teruel , is a talented double bass player out of Europe. Again and again, Marc-André Teruel pushes new boundaries and thus proves that his is a unique and exceptional talent. It is in January 2022 with the age of …

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March 21, 2022

Dr. Andrew Rossetti, Board Certified-Music Therapist

One of my favorite people, Dr. Andrew Rossetti joins the show to discuss how he came to join the music therapy profession, his thoughts on "the power of music", musical influences, books that challenge him, and so much more i...

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March 14, 2022

Jonathan Wilson, Luthier, Musician

Musician and Luthier, Jonathan Wilson of TogaMan GuitarViols makes updated versions of Appreggione’s an instrument from the 1800’s. His instruments can be heard in a variety of places from movies to videogames. We dig into hi...

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March 7, 2022

Dr. Cynthia Williams Phelps, Music Educator, and Podcaster

Fellow Mizzou grad, and my dear friend, Dr. Cynthia Williams Phelps joins the show to discuss her passion for teaching, shares some amazing book recs, discusses the power of music education, and more for Music Appreciation mo...

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Feb. 28, 2022

Colleen Thompson, Author

Author Colleen Thompson joins the show to discuss her newest book DANGER AT CLEARWATER CROSSING, as well as the creative process, what it takes to make it in publishing, and so much more. From the historical novels that began...

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Feb. 21, 2022

Marian Parsons, Artist, & Entrepreneur

Co-host of podcast, The Creative Exponent, Marian Parsons j oins the show to discuss her winding creative road, her love of musicals, dispenses fantastic creative advice, dishes on books that inspire her, and more. Marian is ...

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Feb. 14, 2022

Mark Alan Miller, Recording Engineer, & Musician

Mark Alan Miller is a Western Massachusetts-based recording engineer and sole regular member of the techno-industrial band Out Out. He was the founder and owner of Slaughterhouse Studios before closing it and founding Sonelab...

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Feb. 7, 2022

LaTasha James, owner of The Veil KC

This episode, my friend and fellow sorority sister LaTasha of The Veil KC joins the show to talk about how she got her start, shares stories, and spills secrets of her success, as well as her take on wedding trends …

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Jan. 31, 2022

Heather Edwards, Musician, Co-Founder of AhHa!Broadway Inc

You may have heard of Heather's amazing story about her love and dedication to the arts via the viral Humans of New York post via her husband Mark. I recently had the opportunity to chat with her about her work …

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Jan. 24, 2022

Bruce Nachsin, Actor, Writer, Podcaster

Actor and Podcast host of The Fittest Fat Kid You Know, Bruce Nachsin joins the show to discuss the power of creative outlets, gets real about body image issues, and dishes about topics from his podcast, to fantasy books, Bri...

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Jan. 10, 2022

Emily Golden and Rachel May, Authors and Book Coaches

Emily Golden and Rachel May of GoldenMay Editing are a dynamic duo! They are authors, editors, and book coaches, living a creative writing dream by helping others shape their stories, and making dreams come true. On the show ...

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Jan. 3, 2022

Hannah Lipsey, Artist

Hannah Lipsey is a professional commission based artist, creating highly realistic portraits in both graphite and coloured pencils. Born near Liverpool, England, Hannah Lipsey gained her BA (Hons) in Fine Art from the Univers...

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Dec. 14, 2021

From The Archives: Dr. Jennifer Higdon, Composer

It was an honor to host Dr. Jennifer Higdon earlier this year. Since her episode, she's continued composing, and presenting. In this show she discusses life as a composer, music she finds inspiration from, and what it was lik...

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Dec. 6, 2021

From The Archives: Shawn Head, Shakuhatchi Master and Composer

Another fave episode from the archives features Shakuhatchi Master, Composer, and friend of mine, Shawn Head. One reason this is a favorite ep are hearing Shawn's amazing stories and learning more about my culture. Shawn has ...

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Nov. 29, 2021

From The Archives: John Cotter, Author, Playwright

From the archives comes one of my favorite episodes. I love hosting every guest as they bring such interesting perspectives, and wonderful insight into their creative worlds, but as a musician and writer this one was one of t...

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Nov. 22, 2021

From the Archives: Tracy Silverman, Violinist, Composer

Straight from the archives comes the VERY FIRST interview featuring award winning violinist and composer, Tracy Silverman. Originally landed on January 4th, 2021, this episode features an in-depth interview with Tracy Silverm...

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Nov. 16, 2021

Chavaz Kingman, Entrepreneur, and Speaker

Entrepreneur, Chavaz Kingman shines when discussing the relationship of arts, business, and the human connection. Chavaz Kingman is a consultant, coach, entrepreneur, and speaker. He has been featured in Fortune Magazine, Bus...

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Nov. 9, 2021

Corrie Legge, Actor, and Creative Coach

Finding your spark, and pursuing your goals, actor Corrie Legge discusses this and more! Actor and creative coach, Corrie Legge joins the show to talk about finding and following your spark, the realities of voice over, fave ...

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Nov. 2, 2021

Dario Acosta, Photographer

Acclaimed portrait photographer Darío Acosta gives rare glimpse behind the lens. Portrait photographer Darío Acosta’s brilliant work capturing top musicians, artists, CEO’s and more can be seen across advertisements, magazine...

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Oct. 25, 2021

Ben Barnes, Actor and Musician

Actor and Musician Ben Barnes on his debut album, and more. Actor and Musician, Ben Barnes joined the podcast to talk about music inspirations, and his debut album, Songs For You. Check the links below to order the album, pur...

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Oct. 18, 2021

Tara Davis, Board Certified-Music Therapist

Delight to be joined on my show by my dear friend, and fellow grad school pal, Tara Davis. We catch up and dig deep about her experience working on the front lines the last few years, her journey to become …

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Oct. 11, 2021

Lisa Brideau, Author

Author, engineer and ubran planner, Lisa Brideau joins the show to talk about a variety of topics ranging from writing tidbits, fave TV shows, the influence her job has on her writing, and much more. LISA BRIDEAU (‘bree-doe’...

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