Peaks, Valleys & Plateaus

Well, I’m back again! After another long stretch of major life changes, beauty and chaos I couldn’t think of a better guest to get back into it. Kevin Sweet is one of my favorite musicians. He’s one of those artists…

In this episode I sit down with Mike Alexander and Chris Wagner of Hipshot Killer. This is one of those power house bands that’s been putting out solid records and great live shows for 10 years strong. Please check out…

In this episode I sit down with with Travis Fields of The Westport Saloon. We get deep into his history running bars and establishing a true destination with integrity and hard work. Not only dose Travis do all the booking…

In this episode I sit down with fellow podcaster Chris Mowry. His podcast Look Who’s Talking Mow is been on a bit of a hiatus but not for long. He’s finally gearing back up and preparing to start dropping episodes…

In this episode I sit down with one of my very favorite artist Taj Mattingly. This was an important episode for me because Taj is an artistic force of nature. His work is undeniable and he seems to have a…

J Howell (musician/writer) In this episode I sit down with my friend J Howell. We go deep into the origins of his past bands ESAU and E.I.O (Experimental Instrument Orchestra) We also talk a bit about J’s experience as a…

I’m back! Hopefully 3 months is the longest I’ll go without podcasting in 2019. I couldn’t think of a more appropriate guest after a hiatus then Nick Baldridge! Nick is an accomplished artist, entrepreneur and visionary. Please check out Nicks…

In this episode I sit down with all the members of Ex Acrobat. This is the first time I’ve been able to record an entire band thanks to Duane Trower’s beautiful state of the art recording studio called Weights and…

In this episode I sit down Clint Hoffmeier and Matt Tady of the Wednesday Night Drinking Practice Podcast! We go deep into the origins of WNDP a bit about how Clint and Matt’s lives and I make an announcement about…

Micah Blatt (Glass Artist, Entrepreneur) In this episode I sit down with one of my closest friends Micah Blatt. Luckily he decided to come hang out in KC for a day and a half after another trip before returning home…

Zack and Erica Kauffman (Atomic Cotton/EZT’Z) In this episode I sit down with Zack and Erica of Atomic Cotton. I know I say this a lot but this was a super fun recording. It was so cool to finally sit…

Adam Hoffsette (Visual Artist/Animator) In this episode I sit down with artist and animator Adam Hoffsette. Adam is one of those artist motivated enough to carry a sketchbook almost everywhere he goes. Although he’s always drawing sketching, and painting his…

 Chris Frye (Artist/Art Educator) In this episode I sit down with one of my favorite artist, Chris Frye. We discuss his epic journey as an art educator and the path that led to his chosen artistic medium “Pop art” Please…

David Jonathan Lee (musician/songwriter/manager, producer/vocal & beatbox instructor) DJ and I decided to get together and record this podcast on a hot ass July 4th. In this episode we go deep into the origins of his past band Scratch Track.…

Adam Finkelston (Artist, Publisher, Entrepreneur) in this episode I sit down with the talented and organized Adam Finkelston. Our chat ranges everywhere from his 15 year tenure as an high school art educator to his five years of experience with…

Dave Fyten and Gene Abramov (Search & Seizure) In this episode I sit down with Gene Abramov and Dave Fyten of Search & Seizure. The reason why it makes it a special episode is because I was lucky enough to…

Matthew Crim (Martial Artist/Tattooist/Entrepreneur) In this episode I sit down with one of my favorite Tattooists Matthew Crim. We discuss everything from his long career as a tattoo artist to his life long passion with martial arts and his kung…

Joel Castillo (Singer/Songwriter) It’s hard to believe that I’m already at episode 20 and I can’t think of a better guest for the 20th episode then Joel Castillo! In this episode we dig into the origins of his band 77…

Aniko Adany (Multi instrumentalist, songwriter, social justice warrior) This was a special episode for me because Aniko is one of my friends that I’ve wanted to have on the podcast since it’s creation. I was lucky enough to catch her…

Brew Lamb & Dee Thurn (Artists) In this episode I sit down with artists, Dee Thurn and Brew Lamb. They came by the studio on a brisk Saturday evening so we decided to have some beers along with recording. It’s…

Zack Kauffman (entrepreneur/musician) Zack and I reunite after over 20 years to talk about his epic journey as a young entrepreneur. We also chat about his print shop (EZ-T’z), and his pop-culture horror genre themed clothing line called “Atomic Cotton”…

Kianna Alarid (Singer/Songwriter) In this episode I sit down with Kianna Alarid. We talk about her days with Tilly And The Wall, adventures in touring, David Letterman and his little show and a bit about her latest band YES YOU…

Jeff Irvine and Andy Schiller (A Light Within) In this episode I sit down with my friends Andy Schiller and Jeff Irvine of A Light Within! We talk a little bit about the 2018 release of their EP titled “Epilogue”…

Julia Othmer (Singer/Songwriter) In this episode I sit down with the amazingly talented, Julia Othmer! This is a special episode because it’s the first one I’ve recorded and produced in one day. I was lucky enough to catch Julia 2…

Crystal K. Weibe (Writer/Entrepreneur) In this episode I sit down with my friend Crystal to discuss the origins of her company Beer Paws. Her quickly growing brand of dog treats are now available in over 100 stores all over the…

Brodie Rush (Musician, Graphic Designer, Videographer) Brodie was gracious enough to come by the studio and record with me on a school night. In this episode we go deep into the history of his band BE/NON, and we also discuss…

Shannon Marie (Musician/ Massage Therapist) One of the many reasons I love doing this podcast is it gives me an excuse to hang out with old friends that I don’t get to see enough. In this episode Shannon and I…

Orion VonOntjes (Artist/Podcaster)   Happy New Year! In this episode I decided to turn the mic on myself and have my lovely wife Julie host! This was an important lesson for me and it was more difficult than I anticipated.…

Micah Brooks (Entrepreneur/Writer) How is it possible to accomplish big creative things while working 60 hours a week? I don’t think anyone has a very good answer. All we can do is try and work on these things when we…

Matthew Dunehoo (Musician/Film Maker/Film Festival Manager) Matthew caught my attention with a fundraising campaign video for his feature film (Wretch) due to start shooting in May of 2018. In this episode we discuss the challenges of a very complex Industry.…

Kwanza Humphrey (Graphic Design/Fine Arts/KC Artist Coalition) In this episode I sit down with one of my favorite painters, Kwanza Humphrey. We talk a bit about the challenges of being an artist and a parent, studio time, and the meaning…

Mike Alexander (Musican/Photographer/Skateboarder) Mike was cool enough to come record with me on a beautiful autumn Sunday afternoon when he could’ve been at the skate park gleaming the cube. In this episode we bullshit about past bands, past girlfriends, past…

Jason Bircher (Jujitsu instructor/Entrepreneur/Metaphorical Lion Killer) Jason is somebody who fought tooth and nail figuratively and literally to live out his passions while building a business at the same time. In this episode we talk about the origins of Kansas…

Brandon Wilson (Graphic Design/Brand Development and All Around Design Wizard) Brandon is one of the best examples I can think of when it comes to someone living out their passions and loving what they do. In this episode we talk…

Josh Gately (Artist/Peace Corps Volunteer) Josh was one of the first people I asked to come on my Podcast even before I had the equipment. He spent about 2.5 years in Ghana, Africa as a volunteer for the Peace Corps.…

Billy Smith (Musician/VIP Manager at Werner Music Group) Billy spends a good portion of his time working around the world with is gig at Werner Music Group these days. I was lucky enough to catch him while he was in…

RL Brooks (Musician/Entrepreneur) Seen Merchandising (owner) Ink Tank (owner) Merch Central (owner) I felt it appropriate to have RL Brooks on as my first guest for multiple reasons. I’m proud to say that I was with Seen Merchandising from the…