Professional photographer Greg Baird interviews people he finds admirable, inspiring, and noteworthy. Touching on topics from across arts and culture, Greg's interviews are meant to inspire and uplift.
Join us this time as we talk to Heather Osmond about building a successful business based around interior design. She also hosts a radio show. If you ever wondered what kind of impact a good parent can have on their kids, you'll get a glimpse of that in this episode.
Savvy is one of the bright spots in Utah's entertainment news landscape. Savvy's current job is as a producer for ABC 4 Utah's Good Things Utah, a daily morning lifestyle show here in Utah. She also was the winner of the 2015 Miss Utah's Outstanding Teen competition—the teen arm of the Miss America Organization. She's also has a comfortable and easy-going demeanor. In this episode we talk everything family, pageant, TV, and life.
Josh Forsyth is a friend who I know because our boys play on the football team. When I found out he is a firefighter and also an air ambulance nurse I figured he'd make for an interesting interview. I was not disappointed. At times entertaining, at times poignant, this interview hit the spot for me. I hope you like it too!
Maya is a local photographer with a keen sense for what is stylish. She's a fashionista, always styling her shoots with just the right amount of "extra." This was a fun conversation where we talk about everything fashion and photography. You can find her work on instagram at @mayafraserphoto and on the web at her website.
In this conversation I talk to Jeremy Robinson, animator for the popular Fox animated series, The Simpsons. We discuss the show, talk about the things he's learned as an animator there and for other franchises, and then we talk about some of his other interests, including baking bread.
Jacob is another neighbor of mine who is a designer and inventor. He also happens to have 10 kids--there are so many interesting angles in this episode. This episode also features Jacob, Jeff H. (episode 15), myself and an unnamed friend in an a cappella quartet singing a traditional Christian hymn.
Jeff is a neighbor who works as an athletic trainer at a major university. Hearing him talk about athletes and their toughness and grit makes me think. His thankfulness for life is well worth a listen.
Madeline Massingill is a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader and in this conversation we talk all things Dallas Cowboys Cheer. We also talk about the tryout process, and about some of the people who made her feel welcomed into the organization. This was a super-energizing conversation and I can't wait for you to hear it!
Deke declares himself to be A Cappella Nerd Zero, and his infectious energy and enthusiasm for vocal music will pump you up. His latest efforts include vocal arranger and producer credits for the Pitch Perfect movies, NBC's The Sing off, and he's the brains and driver behind Disney's official a cappella group DCappella.
Cat Wandvik is one of the first models I ever worked with, and she's certainly among the most fascinating. In this episode, we talk all things modeling, fashion, and education. Like many other people she had some pivotal moments in her life that solidified her path toward pursuing a medical degree. I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation and I think you will too
Aya is a model in the Utah area and she loves her motorcycles. In this episode we talk about motorcycles and modeling. It's a lighter episode, and Aya is a lot of fun. The end of the episode also contains an a cappella song my kids and I wrote together when they were small. Aya can be found online on her Instagram.
In this episode, I talk shop with another local (Utah) dance photographer, Trevor Nielson. Trevor and I had never met until about 30 minutes before recording this and I found him to be warm, engaging, and personable. Known on social media as @lemonlimephotog, you can also find him at lemonlimephotog.com. I lament that I didn't think to ask him during the interview why he chose that name, because it's interesting. Regardless, it was nice to talk shop with him, and he turned it into a real conversation instead of just an interview. Anyway, thanks for the listen!
Adam Munoa is a professional artist and illustrator and I love his work. In this episode we talk about his journey from amateur to professional artist and hear his thoughts and advice for young artists. This episode is special because it's an audio episode talking about visual medium, so you are encouraged to find his artwork and look at it while you listen. His work can be found at https://adammunoa.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/munoa13/. The second half of his episode will drop on Wednesday.
Adam Munoa is a professional artist and illustrator and I love his work. In this episode we talk about his passion for art and what got him into drawing. Specifically the first drawing he ever did was He-Man, so the cover art reflects his passion for Masters of the Universe and how his early experiences shaped his development. This episode is special because it's an audio episode talking about visual medium, so you are encouraged to find his artwork and look at it while you listen. His work can be found at https://adammunoa.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/munoa13/. The second half of his episode will drop on Wednesday.
I met Christina Bargelt through dance photography. She was graduating from college at the time and I found out she was heavily involved in advocacy for sexual assault survivors. This episode documents her own assault and subsequent work in advocacy. I really admire Christina's work. Trigger warning: we don't talk about what happened in detail, but we don't sugar coat it either.
Part 3 of 3 One of the reasons I started this podcast was to tell Antoine's story. Antoine is my neighbor and friend, and as such, this story is important to me. In the three-part episode, Antoine talks about being a young man with a lot of promise and opportunities and then throwing it away, only to start over and create a new life for himself. Part 1 documents the promise and opportunity, part 2 talks about things going south, and part 3 is the story of redemption and a new life.
Part 2 of 3 One of the reasons I started this podcast was to tell Antoine's story. Antoine is my neighbor and friend, and as such, this story is important to me. In the three-part episode, Antoine talks about being a young man with a lot of promise and opportunities and then throwing it away, only to start over and create a new life for himself. Part 1 documents the promise and opportunity, part 2 talks about things going south, and part 3 is the story of redemption and a new life.
Part 1 of 3 One of the reasons I started this podcast was to tell Antoine's story. Antoine is my neighbor and friend, and as such, this story is important to me. In the three-part episode, Antoine talks about being a young man with a lot of promise and opportunities and then throwing it away, only to start over and create a new life for himself. Part 1 documents the promise and opportunity, part 2 talks about things going south, and part 3 is the story of redemption and a new life.
Stephani Perkins, track and field coach at a major unversity, speaks about life, coaching, recruiting, playing professional football, raising young children as a working mother, and about her family's goals.
Chelsea Keefer, soloist with Ballet West speaks about ballet, arts, long-term goals, growing up in the ballet world, and about her hopes and dreams.
Dexonna Talbot, Miss Utah 2019 and 2020 talks everything Miss America, family, service, fashion, ballet, dance, and life.